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Start with your county referral

To join CalWORKs at College of the Canyons, you must be referred by your local Welfare-to-Work county agency (GAIN). Review eligibility requirements and available services.

How to join

  1. Connect with your GAIN Service Worker. Your worker will provide a Service Provider Referral form (GN6006) to be completed at your intake appointment.
  2. Schedule your intake appointment. Call (661) 362-3271 to schedule with the COC CalWORKs team.
  3. Bring your documents. Use the checklist below to prepare.

What to bring

  • A GN6006 or GN6390.
  • A current Verification of Benefits showing active TANF benefits. You can obtain this through BenefitsCal.

If your case receives Specialized Supportive Services, you may not be able to generate a Verification of Benefits online. Visit your assigned DPSS office to request a printed copy.

Need help getting started?

We can help with eligibility questions, connecting to GAIN, and required forms. Email calworks@canyons.edu, call (661) 362-3271, or join your CalWORKs Zoom Helpdesk appointment. Zoom help is by appointment only. Call or email us to schedule.