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 or email KeepOnDreaming@sdcounty.ca.gov
You may also contact our staff via Live Chat or Zoom meeting.
Basic needs, free meals, and more!
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211 San
Diego
211 San Diego is a trusted source for information and connections to community, health, and disaster resources. Help is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Find a free food distribution center near
you
- CalFresh nutrition assistance program
- School breakfast and school lunch is FREE to all K-12 students
in California. Though meals are free, it is still important for
families to fill out their meal application forms.
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San Diego Food Bank
(SEE Super Pantry Program monthly for closest location to you)
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Heaven’s
Windows
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Presbyterian Urban Ministries
Emergency services and food to homeless and low-income individuals and families. -
Salvation
Army Centers in San Diego
Locations can offer free food, limited financial help for rent or utilities, shelter, and more. -
Local
Churches
Resources are limited, but a church may offer free toys, food, gas vouchers for doctor appointments, toiletries, and even financial help for rent or electric bills. -
St.
Vincent de Paul
Free clothes, household supplies, small toys.
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SDG&E Customer Service
4949 Greencraig LN BLDG B, San Diego, CA 92123
800-411-7343
Payment arrangements made for clients dealing with financial hardships due to COVID-19 -
SDG&E
(CARE and FERA discounts)
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United Way
Helping low wage earners to help pay utility bills, rent and possible mortgage payments
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YMCA
3333 Camino Del Rio S Suite 400
San Diego, 92108
619-952-0242
Currently offering enhanced referral services.
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Low Income Household Water Assistance
Program
LIHWAP is a federally funded program that offers a one-time payment to help you pay your past due water or wastewater bills.
Adjusting to Adulthood
 | Rental Help 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. |
 | Living on Your Own
California
HHSA Learn Program and Self-Sufficiency Programs |
US Department of Homeland Security created the Blue Campaign and has resources regarding human trafficking. Click here for more info
Communication and Technology
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2-1-1 San Diego
Call 2-1-1 San Diego for assistance accessing free or low-cost internet services during COVID-19.
- Text to 9-1-1 is now available in San Diego County. This includes the Sheriff's Department, all police and fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies.
- Calling is still the fastest way to reach 9-1-1. However, there are situations when texting may be the better option.
- Watch the instructional video or read the press release
- Cox provides low-cost high speed internet service for
households that have at least one K-12 student and participate in a
government assistance program through its Connect2Compete program. Learn more and apply.
- Partnered with PCs for People where families can
purchase discounted refurbished computers
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Computers 2 Kids
8324 Miramar Mall
San Diego, CA 92121
858-200-9788
Provides refurbished, low-cost computers to low-income families through the Technology Assistance Program
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Assurance Wireless
(USE zip code finder for offers)
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Safelink Wireless
USE zip code finder for offers)
- SANDAG - Get Connected
Working with local organizations to ensure everyone in the community has access to affordable and reliable internet.
Emotional Support
- Jewish Family Service
- Jewish Family Service is a people-centered, impact-driven organization working to create a stronger, healthier community where everyone can thrive.
- 858-637-3210 - Confidential helpline for JFS programs and services.
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Positive Parenting Program
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Access
and Crisis Hotline
888-724-7240
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Domestic Violence Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-SAFE (7233)
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: 1st & 3rd Thursday | Employment
Resource Liaison Job opportunities 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM National City: 1st & 3rd Thursday Kearny Mesa: 2nd & 4th Tuesday |
| 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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 | San Diego Job Corps provides free career training so you can gain the skills and tools you need to be successful. |
Financial Literacy
- San Diego County Credit Union's
teenFIRST® program
checking account is a great option for Southern California teens between the ages of 13 and 17, who are looking to start managing their money more responsibly.
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MAAC - Lending Circles
Access to financial skillbuilding workshops
Young Adult Health Resources
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San
Ysidro Health Teen Clinic is a sexual health clinic located in
Chula Vista, CA where teens and young adults can access FREE
services.
Job Training and Education
Be there to support their next big move. Whether it's two year college or four, trade school, career certification, or local workforce opportunities, we can help.
Young Adults aged 16 – 24
- Connect 2 Careers
- ACCESS
- Goodwill Young Adults Program
- San Diego Job Corps Center (orientation video)
- Detour Empowers
Paid Apprenticeship Opportunities
Start earning today while learning the skills you'll need for a successful tomorrow.
Paid apprenticeships are a great opportunity for hands-on learning while earning valuable on-the-job experience in a variety of industries.
Parenting Resources
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.
Child Development Associates provides affordable and reliable child care services to eligible families and nutrition reimbursement to family child care home providers. Parents earning, children learning, communities growing!
Episcopal Community Services aims to break barriers and transform communities to move toward an abundant and equitable society where all have unlimited potential.
SAY San Diego programs serve the whole child from pre-natal to adulthood with programs that emphasize prevention, early intervention, and positive development.
Head Start programs promote the school readiness of infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children from low-income families. 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. Learn more and find child care resources near you.
Video Resources For Dads
For more videos and other resources, including webinars on co-parenting and relationship skills, visit Fatherhood.gov.
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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