Support Services and Resources
Stay connected, no matter the distance. At Calbright, we strive to stay connected to you — and it starts with our support services. Our staff are dedicated to providing personalized support to help you stay on track and achieve your goals. Whether you need support with your academics, addressing personal challenges, or connecting to resources, our staff is ready to assist you!
Support Services include:
- Academic Tutoring
- Wellness Services
- Immigration Legal Resources
- Accessibility Services
- Resources for Students with Dependents
Academic Tutoring
We have team of academic tutors to provide support when you need it. If you're coming back to school after a long break, you can connect with a reading and writing tutor to freshen up your skills. If you're new to online learning, a computer and technology tutor can help orient you to the latest software and tools. Content tutors are available to support you seven days a week, with subject matter expertise specific to your program, Our tutors offer regular office hours, and we encourage you to organize peer study groups. We're there for you every step of the way!
Wellness Services
Calbright provides students with wellness services through TimelyCare. Wellness services include on-demand access to medical services for common illnesses, mental health services, and self-care content. Through TimelyCare, actively enrolled students have access to free, confidential, on-demand mental health support, medical services with a board certified physician and digital self care content 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, actively enrolled students can schedule up to 12 sessions a year to speak with a licensed counselor.
Students interested in accessing these services should login to their Calbright Student Portal and navigate to the Wellness Services tab. Students can contact careerservices@calbright.org if additional support is needed.
If your situation is life threatening, please call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Immigration Legal Resources
The California Community College system, of which Calbright is a part, provides free Immigration legal services to its students. DACA fee assistance is also available.
Accessibility Services
We provide accommodations to students with any kind of physical, mental health, or learning disability that is a barrier to their education in any way.
Resources for Students with Dependents
In addition to our flexibly paced programs, Calbright connects students with dependents to a number of available resources.
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CalFresh provides monthly financial support to purchase nutritious foods for individuals and families with low-income who meet federal guidelines.
- Apply online at: https://www.getcalfresh.org
- Cal-Fresh Info Line: 1-877-847-3663
- Find your Cal-Fresh County Office at: Cal-Fresh Office Locator
Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
The California WIC Program is a supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children that meet eligibility requirements. This program helps families across the state by providing nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy foods, and referrals to health care and other community services.
CA WIC Customer Service Contact Information:
- Automated Tel: 1-888-942-9675
- In-Person Tel: 1-800-852-5770
- Email: WIC@cdph.ca.gov
Find a WIC Office near you: WIC Office Locator
Tax Credits
California Earned Income Tax Credit (CITC)
Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC) are tax credits for working people who have earned a low to moderate income. You may be eligible to receive a cash refund or reduce the amount of tax you owe.
Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC)
If you qualify for CalEITC and have a child under the age of 6, you may also qualify for a refundable tax credit of up to $1000 through the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC)! If you qualify, you may see a reduced tax bill or a bigger refund.
