Mission Statement
We strengthen our community by protecting the vulnerable, promoting self sufficiency, alleviating poverty, and improving the quality of life.
Department Overview
The Human Services Department offers a wide range of programs and services to the Santa Cruz County community. The department provides safety net services to meet the basic needs of individuals and families, ensures the protection of children, the elderly, and dependent adults, and provides job search assistance and job training opportunities to help job seekers become self sufficient.