Children’s Home Society of California (CHS) and the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) offer a Child Care Payment Program which provides help paying for child care for income eligible families. Parents are able to choose a child care provider that meets the needs of their family. Families may be eligible if parents meet income requirements and have one or more qualifying needs for services:
Choosing early care and education experiences for your child is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. Finding the program most suitable for your child will take time, but learning about the types of programs available and how to determine quality will help your search be successful.
a. In addition to location, hours, and tuition, there are other things to consider such as:
The Child Care Coordination Office provides a variety of services to support children and families in the City of Irvine.
Choosing child care is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. Finding the care most suitable for your child will take time, but learning about the types of child care available and how to determine quality in a child care program will help your search to be successful.
Apply for health coverage for your whole family!
The Irvine Children's Health Program is a partnership between the City of Irvine and the Coalition of Orange County Community Health Centers. Certified Enrollment Counselors from the Coalition help families and individuals enroll in health insurance programs. Assistance is available at no cost.
Available insurance programs include Medi-Cal, Covered California plans and more. Each program has different availability and requirements.
The TRIPS program provides low-cost, door-to-door, wheelchair-accessible transportation to Irvine seniors and adults with disabilities. All participants must be unable to drive due to a physical or cognitive disability. TRIPS supports independent living and community involvement through safe, reliable and professional paratransit service.
The program currently has a registration processing period of up to three (3) business days once completed application is received.
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Social media is a powerful tool when searching for a job. Employers use social media to promote their business as well as advertise for positions. Employers also use social media to review applicants they consider hiring. Make sure your profile picture, pictures, and posts make a good impression.
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It's important to note that about half of applicants don't send a thank you note after an interview. So, if you're one of the applicants who do spend a few minutes taking the time to send a thank you note to your interviewers, it will be worth the effort.
The purpose of the cover letter is to introduce yourself to an organization, demonstrate your interest in the company or a specific position, draw attention to your resume and motivate the reader to interview you. Often this letter is the first contact you have with an employer.
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