Homeless and Foster Youth
Every student deserves every opportunity to succeed.
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act ensures educational rights and protections for children and youth experiencing homelessness.
Contact Information
We are here to support every family.
Please reach out to Samantha Woodbeck if you have any questions or concerns.
Samantha Woodbeck, M. Ed.
Mobile Youth Coordinator & HST
c: 916-717-1818
e: samantha.woodbeck@cottonwoodk12.org
a: 3921 Sandstone Drive, Suite 100, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Resources for Families
Please see the resources listed below by county for food, housing, medical, and other services in your community.
El Dorado County Resources
El Dorado County Office of Education
Margaret Lewis (she, her, hers)
Coordinator, McKinney-Vento Services
6767 Green Valley Road
Placerville, CA 95667
530-295-4539 209-712-6605
McKinney-Vento Resources for Staff
Housing Resources
- Coalition for the Homeless
- CalWORKS - Cash Aid recipients can use the Temporary Homeless Assistance- 16 consecutive days in a motel, $65 a night for a family of 4 or less, with $15 additional dollars per family member of a family of 5 or more, once a year (a year from the previous time they used the Temporary Homeless Assistance). Guide a family back to their Cash Aid worker to access this assistance.
- Affordable Housing Apartments
- EDOK Continuum of Care
- Mother Teresa Maternity
- New Morning Youth Shelter
- Only Kindness, Inc.
- The Center for Violence-Free Relationships- Safe House
- Volunteers of America Veteran Services
Food Resources
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
- El Dorado County Public Health
- El Dorado Community Health Centers
- Shingle Springs Health and Wellness Center
Dental Resources
- El Dorado County Community Health Centers - Dental
- Shingle Springs Health and Wellness Center - Dental
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Mental Health
- NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness El Dorado County
- New Morning Youth Services Program
- Grief Support Groups
- Green Valley Church Classes
- Tahoe Youth & Family Services
- Health and Human Services
Immunizations
Immunizations via Public Health
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
- Affidavit for Free Certified Copy of Birth Certificate in California
- HEAP Home Energy Assistance Program
- Shingle Springs Tribal TANF Program
- Family Service Guide for El Dorado County - English
- Family Service Guide for El Dorado County - Spanish
Youth Groups
Agencies
Placer County Resources
Placer County Office of Education
Alicia Rozum (Pronouns: She/Her/Hers) Coordinator, Foster/Homeless/CSEC, Prevention Supports and Services
Placer County Office of Education
360 Nevada Street, Auburn, CA 95603
P: 530.745.1302
Email: arozum@placercoe.org
McKinney-Vento resources
Housing Resources
- CalWORKS - Cash Aid recipients can use the Temporary Homeless Assistance- 16 consecutive days in a motel, $65 a night for a family of 4 or less with $15 additional dollars per family member of a family of 5 or more, once a year (a year from the previous time they used the Temporary Homeless Assistance). Guide a family back to their Cash Aid worker to access this assistance.
- Placer County Housing Resources
- 211 Placer County Resources
- The Gathering Inn
- Tahoe Coalition
- Placer County Emergency Voucher Program
- Shelters in or near Auburn
Food Resources
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- CalFresh
- Placer County Food and Nutrition Services
- Placer Food Resources
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Mental Health
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
- Affidavit for Free Certified Copy of Birth Certificate in California
- Guardianship Information
- Vital Statistics
- 211 Placer County
Youth Groups
Agencies
Sacramento County Resources
Sacramento County Office of Education
Tara Turrentine,
Coordinator, Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program
Project TEACH
Sacramento County Office of Education Phone: 916-228-2542
FAX: 916-228-2676
10474 Mather Blvd. Mather, CA 95655
Email: tturrentine@scoe.net
Housing Resources
- CalWORKS - Cash Aid recipients can use the Temporary Homeless Assistance- 16 consecutive days in a motel, $65 a night for a family of 4 or less with $15 additional dollars per family member of a family of 5 or more, once a year (a year from the previous time they used the Temporary Homeless Assistance). Guide a family back to their Cash Aid worker to access this assistance.
- Cottage Housing
- My Sister's House
- Next Moves Sacramento
- Saint John's Program
Food Resources
- Sacramento WIC
- CalFresh
- Community Resource Project
- Sacramento Food Bank
- The Emergency Food Assistance Program
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
- First Five Sacramento
- Sacramento, CA FREE CLINICS
- Clara’s House – no-cost clinic for people without health insurance
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
- Substance Use Prevention & Treatment Service Descriptions
- Omni Youth Program
- Sac County Coalition for Youth
Mental Health
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
- Affidavit for Free Certified Copy of Birth Certificate in California
- Guardianship Information
- Sacramento Parks and Rec
Youth Groups
Agencies
Alpine County Resources
Alpine County Office of Education
Adam Bill - Community/Native Liaison
Alpine County Unified School District
35 Hawkside Drive
Markleeville, CA 96120
530-694-2238 Ext. 221
alpinestudents.org
Housing Resources
Food Resources
- Alpine County Food
- Alpine County Food Resources
- Alpine County WIC
- CalFresh
-
The Food Closet The Food Closet provides food to Alpine County Residents once per month during regular business hours. All Alpine County Residents are eligible for this program. For more information, please contact the HHS office at (530) 694.2235.
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
- Washoe Tribal Health Clinic
- Alpine County Health and Wellness Coalition - 530-694-1345 Erica Forzley
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
- Alpine Early Learning Center 530-694-1673
- First 5 Alpine
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Mental Health
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
- Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California - 775-265-8600
- Washoe Tribal Social Services
775-265-8691
Stacy Stahl - Director
Tamarah (Tami) Utzig - Administrative Assistant - Alpine Kids Ministry - A Ministry of the Carson Valley United Methodist Church
775-781-1416
Edie Veatch - Director - Live Violence Free - 530-694-1853
- Affidavit for Free Certified Copy of Birth Certificate in California
- Guardianship Information
Youth Groups
Agencies
Amador County Resources
Amador County Office of Education
Regina Helmer, PPS
Foster-FYSCP & McKinney Vento Coordinator/ Liaison
217 Rex Avenue
Jackson California 95642
209-304-9453
Housing Resources
- CalWorks
- Amador County Dept. of Health & Human Services
- Amador Housing/Shelters
- New Morning Youth and Family Services
- Central Sierra Contiuum of Care
Food Resources
Clothing Resources
Child Care Resources
Medical Resources
Dental Resources
0-5 Programs
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
- Amador Drug and Alcohol
- Tobacco Reduction Amador County
- Substance Solutions for Amador Youth Coalition
Mental Health
- Amador Mental Health
- 24 Hour Crisis Line 888-310-6555
- Amador County Public Schools Counseling and Student Support
Immunizations
Education Resources
Transportation Resources
Miscellaneous Resources
Youth Groups
Agencies
Statewide Resources
Mental Health
- CalHOPE (includes Soluna and BrightLife Kids)
- Cal Voices (formerly Mental Health America of Northern California/NorCal MHA)
- Care Solace