News

Family with arms raised, holding hands in front of ocean at sunset

ASIST Program Supports Foster Care Youth

ASIST Program funding supports youth transitioning from residential placements to home-based foster care.

Community Services Event to Be Held in Paso Robles on October 30

The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services is proud to present the first ever CommUNITY Connection Event (previously known as MASH and Stand Down). The event is a one stop shop...

Foster Youth Academic Success on the Rise

Foster youth graduation rates in SLO County are nearly 20% higher than state average. Congratulations to this year's graduates!

Local County Leaders Raise Awareness During National Foster Care Month

Mayors and City Council Members Answer the Call to Help Youth in their Community

SLO County Homeless Numbers Rise 32 Percent Since Last Count

The County of San Luis Obispo has released the results of the 2019 Homeless Point in Time Count.

CalFresh benefits can be used to buy groceries.

CalFresh Expanding Benefits to More SLO County Residents

This state-level change means better access to nutritious food and more federal dollars coming to local retailers.