How this list works: Heritage for the Blind maintains a verified database of federal and state assistance programs. We last verified the links on this page within the past 30 days. Each card below links directly to the program's official page where you can review eligibility and apply.
California Workforce Development (WIOA)
California Department of Human Services
The provided web page content for the California Workforce Development (WIOA) program describes its general purpose to help individuals gain skills for employment and career advancement, and to connect employers with qualified workers, through a network of America’s Job Center of California locations. While the page outlines the services offered to job seekers, employers, and y
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California Unemployment Insurance
California Department of Human Services
To be eligible for California Unemployment Insurance, applicants must meet several criteria primarily related to their employment circumstances and legal standing. A fundamental requirement is that individuals must have lost their job or experienced a reduction in their work hours through no fault of their own. Regarding income requirements, there are no specific income thresho
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California Vocational Rehabilitation
California Department of Human Services
The California Vocational Rehabilitation program offers employment support services primarily for individuals with disabilities residing in California. While specific income limits, asset requirements, and age restrictions are not detailed on this page, a core eligibility criterion is the presence of a disability. Applicants must provide comprehensive documentation of their dis
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California Career Centers
California Department of Human Services
Eligibility for California Career Centers, which provide job search assistance and career counseling, is primarily delineated through the requirements for Unemployment Benefits, as registration with CalJOBS (America's Job Center of California) is a mandated step for benefit recipients. To qualify for Unemployment Benefits, individuals must have experienced job loss or reduced w
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Benefits and Services
California Government
This program, specifically Unemployment Benefits and Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) provided by the Texas Workforce Commission, assists individuals who have experienced job loss or reduced work hours. Eligibility for standard unemployment benefits requires an individual to be unemployed or working reduced hours through no fault of their own. For Disaster Unemployment As
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Governor Newsom celebrates Small Business Saturday, encouraging residents to support their community by shopping local
CA Commerce
This Small Business Saturday, Governor Newsom encourages Californians to shop locally, helping to preserve the unique identity of their neighborhoods and keep more dollars circulating within their communities. Created to support and celebrate the vital role of small businesses in local communities, Small Business Saturday offers an opportunity to uplift neighborhood retailers,
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Let's recognize our Senior Community Service Employment Program Participant, June Rasheed
LA County Workforce Development Board
"Born in Trinidad & Tobago. I migrated to America from the Caribbean in 1983 through marriage. I am so proud of being an immigrant, we are a very unique kind of people. Hard working committed to success and an unquestionable passion to overcome mind blowing odds."
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