Resources for Young Adults
Are you a teen parent or a young adult on your own for the first time?
San Diego Child Support is here to help! We've collected resources to help you get up and running in this new chapter of your life.
Check out the resources and programs below.
Have a quick question? Text us at (619) 468-4831.
You may also contact our staff via Live Chat or Zoom meeting.
Food Help
Feeding San Diego distributes more than 31.2 million meals a year across San Diego County. Public distributions are listed below, with possible restrictions noted. Click here to find a Feeding San Diego location near you.
The USDA can help you find meals for kids when schools are closed. Click here to to find a location near you.
San Diego Food Bank Super Pantries are food distribution hubs located across San Diego County that offer both contactless “drive-thru” and “walk-up” food distribution services. All Super Pantries are open for food distribution a minimum of 3 days per week. Click here and look under "Super Pantry Program" to see a list of places near you.
Help with Utilities
SDG&E offers monthly discounts through their CARE and FERA Programs. Click here to learn more and apply online. |
| In March of 2020, United Way of San Diego County launched the
San Diego Worker Assistance Initiative as part of the greater
San Diego COVID-19 Community Response Fund, to provide flexible
resources to individuals impacted by layoffs and reduced working
hours implemented by employers. Click here to learn more
about the initiative. |
Internet Assistance
Cox provides low cost internet for households that have at least one
K-12 student and participate in a government assistance program
through its Connect2Compete program. Click
here to learn more and apply online.
Cox also partners with several programs to help get you set up with computers and equipment that you might need. Click here to learn more about computer discounts offered by Cox and their partners.
Computers2Kids provides affordable computers and software with expert technical support through their Technology Assistance Program. Click here to learn more and apply.
Assurance Wireless provides eligible families with free monthly data, unlimited texting, and free monthly minutes. Plus a free phone. Click here to learn more and see if you qualify (enter your ZIP Code for offers in your area).
US Department of Homeland Security created the Blue Campaign and has resources regarding human trafficking. Click here for more info
Rental Help
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 | The County of San Diego provides several rental assistance programs to help people pay their rent so they may live in a safe, healthy place. Click here to learn more from Housing and Community Development Services. | |
 | The County’s 2021 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) helps eligible households in qualifying areas who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides payment assistance for renters who need help with rent and utilities. Click here to learn more about the 2021 ERAP. | |
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California
HHSA Learn Program and Self-Sufficiency Programs Cal-Learn is a statewide program for pregnant and parenting teens in the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program. It is designed to encourage pregnant and parenting teens to graduate from high school or its equivalent, become independent, and form healthy families. | |
 | Fostering Change is a program from Live Well San Diego and San Diego HHSA designed to help foster youth achieve self-sufficiency when they age out of foster care. They provide intensive life skills training and case management support. |
Living on Your Own
California
HHSA Learn Program and Self-Sufficiency Programs
Cal-Learn
is a statewide program for pregnant and parenting teens in the
California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)
program. It is designed to encourage pregnant and parenting teens to
graduate from high school or its equivalent, become independent, and
form healthy families.
Fostering Change is a program from Live Well San Diego and San Diego HHSA designed to help foster youth achieve self-sufficiency when they age out of foster care. They provide intensive life skills training and case management support.
Employment
Community partners onsite to provide FREE employment assistance:
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Resource Liaison Resources for families 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM National City, Tuesdays Kearny Mesa, Wednesdays | Employment
Resource Liaison Job opportunities 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM National City, 1st & 3rd Thursdays Kearny Mesa, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays |
| Employers NOW Hiring | ||
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Goodwill Career Advisors are ready to
help you online or in person. They offer FREE workshops for all
San Diego County residents. They can help you find your next job
or prepare you for the career you have always wanted. Click
here for more information. |
 | ResourceMFG is a staffing company specializing in manufacturing. Apply online for any of the positions listed below. Applicants can self-schedule their interview online or call 858-597-2923 to request an interview.
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 | Select is one of the leading staffing agencies. Apply online for any of the positions listed below. Applicants can self-schedule their interview online or call 858-492-9995 to request an interview.
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Unemployment Benefits
If you are in a situation where you have been financially impacted by the pandemic, seek out information on benefits available through EDD. Click here for more information. 800-300-5616 |
Parenting Resources
SAY
programs serve the whole child from pre-natal to
adulthood
with programs that emphasize prevention,
early intervention, and
positive development.
First 5 San Diego promotes the health and well-being of young children during their most critical years of development, from the prenatal stage through five years of age. Our goal is to help ensure that every child in San Diego County enters school ready to succeed.
Daycare and School-Readiness Resources
Head Start programs promote the school readiness of infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children from low-income families. Click here to find Head Start programs and resources near you!
The YMCA of San Diego is committed to supporting families in their search for quality, affordable and convenient child care options. Click here to learn more and find child care resources near you.
Young Adult Health Resources
San Ysidro Health Teen Clinic is a sexual health clinic located in Chula Vista, CA where teens and young adults can access FREE services.
Emotional Support
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Access
and Crisis Hotline
888-724-7240
Emotional support for those affected by COVID-19
- Domestic Violence Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-SAFE (7233)
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Jewish Family
Service
Jewish Family Service is hosting a series of free virtual Community Conversations to help San Diegans meet the many challenges of coping with the coronavirus pandemic.
858-637-3210
How can San Diego Child Support help?
 | High School Diploma Program Do you need help getting a high school diploma? San Diego Child Support and the San Diego County Library have partnered to make this possible, online, at no cost! Learn more and get started today! |
 | Parents Invest in Education (PIE) Program Did you know that by saving for your child's education earlier, you can multiply how much savings they have later? San Diego Child Support is teaming up with 529 ScholarShare to help you get started with your child's education savings. Learn more! |
 | The Possibility Project Earn your high school diploma while getting a head start on your career. You can access services such as career counseling and coaching, job search, drafting resumes, and more. To apply, email: possibilityproject@myacademy.org
Questions? Contact Karla Johnson at kjohnson@kra.com. Learn
more |
 | Student Workers Wanted Are you a full-time
student looking to gain valuable paid internship in your field
of study? Learn more or apply now here. |
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