Parenting Resources
Visit our Parenting Students slide deck and our Childcare Resources document to review a comprehensive list of on- and off-campus resources available for parenting students.
FRESH Pantry
Provides emergency food and toiletries to UCI students experiencing basic needs insecurities.
Emergency Meal Swipes
Helps students access healthy and well-balanced meals offered at UCI’s Dining Commons. Family Meal Plans are available for parenting students.
CalFresh Application Assistance
We offer 1-1 Application Assistance both in-person and via Zoom. CalFresh is a nutrition assistance program that helps people purchase healthy foods at most grocery stores and farmers markets.
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Social Worker Consultations
Confidential appointments with our clinical social workers to provide support/guidance to students experiencing financial stress.
California WIC Program
Provides breastfeeding support, nutritious foods, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care to pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women and children up to age five.
California Tax Credits
Parenting students may qualify for one or more tax credits, which can alleviate financial burdens, potentially reduce their tax liability, and provide additional financial support.