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Workforce ServicesResource GuideA Directory of Services1

Welcome,The Workforce Development Board of San Luis Obispo County is a network for localpublic and private partners that serves job seekers and businesses to reach their fulleconomic potential. This is accomplished through the collaborative integration ofemployment, training, education and economic development services for job seekers,students, workers and employers.The Workforce Services Resource Guide will help partners: Understand the comprehensive services offered in San Luis Obispo County.Connect participants to the multiple programs and resources available that will helpthem advance and succeed in the labor market.Will actively help partners refer participants to the multiple services needed tosucceed.Aligning services through active referrals will contribute to a fully integrated workforcedevelopment system that helps participants easily access an array of services to advancetheir careers and increase economic self-sufficiency.We welcome your comments and suggestions for how we can better serve you. We tryto ensure information is up-to-date and accurate. If you would like to request an updateto your organization’s listing, please contact us at (805) 781-1838.Sincerely,Justin McIntireSan Luis Obispo County Services and Strategies Committee ChairDawn BoulangerWorkforce Development Board of San Luis Obispo County, Director2

211 Resource Line United Way of SLO . 740 Prado . 85 Cities Homeless Coalition. 9Alliance Pharmaceutical Access (APA) .10America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) .11Cal Poly .12Admissions .12Career Services .13Catholic Charities.14CenCal Health .15Child Care Resource Connection .16Community Health Centers .17Cuesta College .19Career Connections .19Enrollment Services .20Department of Rehabilitation .21Department of Social Services .22Eckerd Connects WIOA Youth Services .24El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO) .25Employment Development Department (EDD) .26Migrant Seasonal Farmworker .26Unemployment Insurance .27Veteran Services .28Wagner-Peyser .29GALA Pride and Diversity Center .30Goodwill Central Coast .31Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo (HASLO) .32Liberty Tattoo Removal .33Lucia Mar Unified School District .34Paso Robles Housing Authority .35People’s Self Help-Housing Program .36Ride-On Transportation of San Luis Obispo County .37Salvation Army .38San Luis Coastal Unified School District .393

San Luis Obispo County Office of Education .40San Luis Obispo County Veterans Services Office .41San Luis Obispo Vet Center.42Shower of Hope .43SLO Co. Plumbing JAC .44SLO Electrical Workers JAC .45SLO Partners .46SLO Regional Rideshare .47SLO Regional Transit Authority.48SLO-Vets2Work .49Social Security Administration .50Supportive Services for Veteran Families .51Templeton Adult School .52Veterans Affairs & Outpatient Clinic .53Workforce Development Board of SLO County .54See next page to view by category4

Workforce Services Resource GuideSan Luis Obispo County Resource Listing byCategoryBudgeting/Money ManagementCatholic Charities – page 14Goodwill Central Coast – page 31EducationCal Poly – pages 12-13Cuesta College – pages 19-20Lucia Mar Unified School District (Adult Education and Literacy) – page 34San Luis Coastal Unified School District (Adult Education and Literacy) – page 39Templeton Adult School (Adult Education and Literacy) – page 52Employment (Job Search/Career Exploration)America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) – page 11Cal Poly Career Center – page 13Career Connections at Cuesta College – page 19Department of Rehabilitation – page 21Department of Social Services, ESE Program – pages 22-23Eckerd Connects WIOA Youth Services – page 24Employment Development Department (EDD) – pages 26-29Workforce Development Board of SLO County – page 54Financial AssistanceCatholic Charities – page 14Department of Social Services – pages 22-23Health CareAlliance Pharmaceutical Access (APA) – page- 10Catholic Charities – page 14CenCal Health – page 15Community Health Centers – page 17-18Department of Social Services – pages 22-23Human ServicesCatholic Charities – page 14Child Care Resource Connection – page 16Department of Social Services – pages 22-23GALA Pride and Diversity Center – page 30Liberty Tattoo Removal – page 33Salvation Army – page 38Social Security Administration – page 50Veterans Affairs & Outpatient Clinic – page 535

Housing/Emergency Shelters40 Prado- page 85 Cities Homeless Coalition- page 9Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo (HASLO) – page 32Paso Robles Housing Authority – page 35People’s Self Help-Housing Program – page 36Shower of Hope – page 43Supportive Services for Veteran Families – page 51TrainingAmerica’s Job Center of California (AJCC) – page 11Cal Poly - pages 12-13Cuesta College – pages 19-20IBEW Local 639 (SLO Electrical Workers JAC) – page 45Lucia Mar Unified School District (Adult Education and Literacy) – page 34San Luis Coastal Unified School District (Adult Education and Literacy) – page 39SLO Co. Plumbing JAC – page 44SLO Partners – page 46Transportation211 Resource Line United Way of SLO – page 7Ride-On Transportation of San Luis Obispo County – page 37SLO Regional Rideshare – page 47SLO Regional Transit Authority – page 48Veterans ServicesSan Luis Obispo County Veterans Services Office – page 41San Luis Obispo Vet Center – page 42SLO Vets2Work – page 49Supportive Services for Veteran Families – page 51Veterans Affairs & Outpatient Clinic – page 53Youth ServicesEckerd Connects Workforce Development– page 24San Luis Obispo County Office of Education – page 406

211 Resource Line United Way of SLOOffice:Address:Phone Number:Web Address:United Way of SLO1288 Morro Road #10, San Luis Obispo, 93401805-541-1234www.211slo.orgServices: Assistance finding resources in SLO CountyHow does someone get started in the program? Call 211 or (800) 549-8989, text your zip code to898211 to connect with a 211 specialist, or search 211 self-guided at www.211slo.org7

40 PradoOffice:Address:Contact Name & Title:Phone Number:Web Address:40 Prado40 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, 93401Grace McIntosh805-544-4004https://capslo.orgServices: Shelter and multi-services center. Shelter capacity is 100 beds – may want to call ahead foravailability. Day services include meals, case management, VI-SPDAT assessment for placement on70 Now list (placement on the list guarantees consideration, but doesn’t guarantee housing; priorityis based on vulnerability, length of time homeless, and availability of units). Daily 8:30 am - 4:00 pm;Night shelter 4:00 pm - 7:30 am.What are the eligibility requirements? Must meet the HUD definition of homeless, which isdetermined at the time of intake. Must be independent in ability to care for oneself (bathing,feeding, dressing, etc.). In-county residents are given first priority for a bed. Out-of-countyindividuals are able to stay for 14 days. Must have a valid form of photo identification.What are the program outcomes? The ultimate goal is to obtain permanent housing. Clients canparticipate in case management assistance to obtain services that support self-sufficiency andaddressing obstacles that may impede their ability to obtain, and maintain, housing.Who is the ideal candidate for the program? Homeless individuals or families needing a safeplace to be.How does someone get started in the program? Come to 40 Prado any day between the hours of8:30 am - 2 pm to do an intake.How can partner staff help the client enroll into the program? Contact 40 Prado at (805) 5444004.8

5 Cities Homeless CoalitionOffice:Address:Phone Number:Fax:Web Address:General Inquiry Email:5 Cities Homeless Coalition1566 W. Grand, Grover Beach, .orgServices: Provides preliminary assessments of needs and referrals to available services andresources. They provide housing assistance, supportive services for Veteran families, engagementand outreach, benefits advocacy, homeless youth services, warming centers and more.What are the eligibility requirements? Families, individuals, and youth who are homeless or atrisk of homelessness are screened for program eligibility. Services are provided to residents ofSouth San Luis Obispo county; however, housing assistance is available to residents throughout theCounty. Income restrictions apply for Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention Programs (incomerestrictions are dependent on what funding is available, generally ranging from 30% to 80% AMI).All clients seeking housing assistance will need to provide: Identification Social Security Cards (or ITIN) Birth Certificates 3 months of income variation Lease agreement (5CHC is not able to assist with room rentals, RV spaces, or units without aCA lease agreement) 3-day pay or quit notice (for Homeless Prevention assistance)What are the program outcomes? Assisting clients in gaining and/or retaining permanent housingis the primary goal of the 5Cities Homeless Coalition. Clients receive assistance in mitigating barriersto housing through case management, benefits advocacy, financial literacy, and access to resourcesand referrals. Clients receive a minimum of 6 months case management post-assistance. More than90% of those we have helped with deposit or rental assistance remain in their homes one year later.Who is the ideal candidate for the program? Those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.How does someone get started in the program? Contact our office at (805)574-1638 to request anintake appointment or for information about our walk-in hours).How can partner staff help the client enroll into the program? Partner staff can send referral to5CHC with a completed Multi-Agency Referral and Client Release of Information Form (DSS 815).Please include as much detail as possible and contact information for the client and referring casemanager. If referring housing assistance, please include the required documentation listed above.9

Alliance Pharmaceutical Access (APA)Office:Address:Phone Number:Web Address:Alliance Pharmaceutical Access (APA)1428 Phillips Ln Ste. B-4, San Luis Obispo, 93401805-548-0894https://apameds.orgServices: Apply for free or reduced cost prescription medications to restore and maintain healthand wellbeing.What are the eligibility requirements? Bring the following when you visit: A prescription for each medicine from your doctor Proof of income Your most current tax return. If taxes have not been reported, contact office for other formsof acceptable verification.What are the program outcomes? Not everyone qualifies for free medications but the will guideyou through the process. APA will explain forms, copy and scan forms and make phone calls andfollow-up until they receive an answer. Each pharmaceutical company has its own specificguidelines, so they guarantee respectful, efficient, timely service, in both English and Spanish. Thisprogram is not designed for emergency medication needs.Who is the ideal candidate for the program? The Uninsured Patiento Obtain Affordable or No Cost Brand Name Medicationso Health Navigation and Healthcare Referrals Assistance for Seniors and Patients with Medicareo Medication Assistance for those in the Coverage Gap or “Donut Hole”o Seniors with no Prescription Coverage or Medicare Part Do Seniors in need of Co-Pay Reliefo Health Navigation and Healthcare Referral Assistance for Patients who have Private Health Insuranceo Co-Pay Relief Programso Non-Formulary Medicationso Health NavigationHow does someone get started in the program? Call the APA office to determine if there is apatient assistance program for the medication(s) you are taking. Visit the office with yourprescription(s) and your financial documentation (income tax documents or check stubs).10