The “News & Publications” section provides an archive of the most recent Press Releases issued by the Social Services Agency. They are intended to inform and communicate with the community…

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The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) operates under the policy direction of the Orange County Board of Supervisors and the California Departments of Social Services and Health Services.…

A CalWORKs Welfare-To-Work participant who appears unable to fully participate in their assigned activity, or who exhibits behavioral problems limiting their ability to participate, may have a…

CASA Making a difference one child at a time! Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is a non-profit organization that trains community volunteers to serve as powerful mentors and advocates for…

Child Abuse Reporting Act While everyone should report suspected child abuse, The California Penal Code provides that it is a crime for certain professionals and laypersons who have a special…

It is a requirement under the CalWORKs program that parents or caretakers on aide, unless exempt to meet work requirement, participate in an approved Welfare-To-Work (WTW) employment related activity…

Everyday, people like YOU are making a difference in a child's life. They give support, show compassion, provide a safe home and help children find the courage to hope for a better life. They are…

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) providers and recipients must either enroll in the Electronic Timesheet System (ETS) or the Telephonic Timesheet System (TTS) to complete, submit, and manage their…

Orange County’s Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System provides telephone-based, self-service automation for CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, Food Stamps, and General Relief programs.If you would like…