Child abuse reports and information that is given to child protective service agencies are always confidential by law. Unless you are a mandated reporter, you can choose to make the report without…

“Braveheart” - Our Lion Mascot When CAST first began, our team dreamed of having a mascot that would be symbolic of the following gifts: Knowledge to help children understand what has…

Within the CalWORKs program there are various types of emergency assistance available. Below you will find a list and description of these types of assistance. Diversion Information about…

CalWORKs CalWORKs provides temporary financial assistance and employment related services to families with minor children. CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) The CalFresh…

RESTAURANT MEALS PROGRAM (RMP) The Restaurant Meals Program allows elderly, disabled and homeless CalFresh recipients to use CalFresh benefits to purchase prepared meals at participating…

At yesterday’s Board meeting, the Orange County Board of Supervisors declared May as Foster Care Month and highlighted the significant need for the community to get involved in order to provide…

  April 9, 2019 The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) invited employees and citizens of Orange County to show their support in ending childhood abuse and neglect by wearing…

The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA), and all county welfare departments in the state, have been notified by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) that CalFresh March…

Today the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) released its annual report for Fiscal Year 2017-2018, covering the period from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. The report highlights the…

On the Job Training is a form of subsidized employment in which a participant receives job skills training from an employer. After the training period, the employer is expected to hire the…