Cooperative Agencies Resource for Education (CARE)
CARE (Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education) provides additional support for EOPS students who are single parents, helping them
balance family responsibilities while working toward their educational and career
goals.
EOPS/CARE Services
When you qualify for EOPS/CARE, you can receive the same services that are available to all EOPS students – plus additional services for students who qualify for CARE.
EOPS Services
- Academic planning and advising
- Personal and career counseling
- Priority registration
- Textbook vouchers
- Calculator and textbook loan programs
- Computer and printing services
- EOPS financial grants*
- Transfer and academic success workshops
- Transfer and graduation assistance
- Advice and assistance with admission, registration, assessment and financial aid procedures
- Cap and gown funds for graduating students
- University campus visits
*Vouchers and Grants are based on eligibility and state funding
Additional CARE Services
- Supportive and caring environment for single parents
- Assistance with social service issues – We can act as a liaison with the State Department of Social Services, CalWORKS and other agencies
- Financial assistance for books, school supplies, college fees, transportation and meals
- Help with securing child care
- CARE grants based on student eligibility and state funding
- Single parent workshops and support networks
CARE Eligibility
To receive CARE services, you must meet the CARE eligibility requirements in addition to the eligibility requirements for EOPS. This program is open to all students who meet these criteria. Click the red bars to learn more.
To qualify for CARE, you must
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have at least one dependent child under the age of 14
- Be a single parent and the head of household as determined by the California Department of Social Services
- Receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits
- Meet all EOPS eligibility requirements
Applying for EOPS/CARE
There is no deadline to apply for the CARE program. If the application is closed, please contact us at eops@fhda.edu stating that you are interested in applying for CARE.
- If you haven't already applied for admission to De Anza, you'll need to submit the application for admission
- Review the program eligibility requirements listed above
- If you believe you may be eligible, complete both applications:
- EOPS/CARE/NextUp application
- California College Promise Grant application - An application reviewer will reach back out through email to share application results.