The Women and Children’s Center of the Sierra (WACCS) provides education, job training, resources and support to help women escape or avoid poverty and provide a better life for their families. Our goal is to empower women affected by poverty to become contributing members of the community by offering a transition from public assistance to paid employment.
We operate three distinct programs to help our clients:
- Our Diaper Bank provides diapers for babies living in poverty-affected households for a nominal fee. This program is available to women needing emergency diaper assistance and requires enrollment in our program in order to receive longer-term diaper assistance.
- Women who need help becoming gainfully employed and self-sufficient can enroll in our Client Success Program. This program involves personalized case management, including coordination of services and referrals. Our Life & Employability Skills training is also an essential part of what we do.
HOPE Cafe It is with great sadness to announce the Board of Directors of The Women & Children’s Center of the Sierra has decided to close Hope Café. The effective closure date will be Friday December 16, 2011.