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Where we foster excellence in education that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character, and abilities; to assist students in achieving their educational and career goals; and to be responsive to the greater community.

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💛 CARE Program 

CARE (Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education) is a program within EOPS that provides extra support for single parents who are receiving TANF/CalWORKs (government cash aid).


🌟 What Does CARE Offer?

The CARE Program is designed to help you succeed  in school and in life  by offering:

  • 🤝 Personal counseling
  • 🧭 Academic and career counseling
  • 🗓️ Priority registration
  • 🔗 Referrals to community resources
  • ✅ All EOPS services — and more!

Our goal is to provide the tools and support you need to thrive as a student and a parent.


📝 Who Can Join?

To qualify for CARE, you must:

  • Be eligible for the EOPS Program
  • Be a single parent receiving TANF/CalWORKs (cash aid)

🟡 Note: All CARE applicants must also apply to EOPS.


📞 Contact Us

We're here to help you get started!

Student Success Specialist
👤 Carla Villa
📞 760-355-6511

CARE Counselor
👤 Maria Esquer
📧 maria.esquer@imperial.edu

EOPS Front Desk
📞 760-355-6407

Where can you find us? 
 
EOPS Location
Building 100 and 2610 (Campus Map)  
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Zoom Virtual Lab hours: 
Monday- Thursday 8:00am to 7:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

For more information, please contact us
at 760.355.6407 or through our contact forms.
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