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Encompass Community Services

Changing lives, building community since 1973. http://www.encompasscs.org

Encompass is a nonprofit organization with about 40 programs county-wide providing services in behavioral health, family and social well-being, early childhood education, housing, and more. We touch hundreds of lives in the community each year by providing access to:

Housing
Counseling for individuals, families and youth
Substance use recovery programs
Head Start and Pre-K
Reentry services
Health

and financial services

As the largest community-based nonprofit in the county with a rich history, we know living a healthy life includes access to positive social, economic and educational opportunities. We exist to create pathways toward equity in these areas while serving our neighbors with compassion and dignity.

03/31/2026

National Farm Workers Day is celebrated annually on March 31 to pay tribute to the unsung heroes of our agricultural system, the farm workers. They work day and night, crouching on fields under glaring sun, plowing fields, and operating heavy equipment to grow our food year-round. On National Farmworkers Day, we honor the hard work and commitment of all farmworkers, especially those in the Santa Cruz County area.

03/27/2026

The National Women’s History Alliance has established this year's theme as "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future", honoring women who are reimagining and rebuilding systems to ensure long-term sustainability - environmental, economic, educational, and societal. We celebrate the powerful leadership of women in creating a future that is rooted in equity, justice, and opportunity for all. From environmental advocacy to financial reform, women leaders are not only addressing today ’s most urgent challenges - they are laying the foundation for a more resilient and inclusive tomorrow. Special thanks to our all-female Encompass leadership team for the strong example they set every day.

03/16/2026

We're so happy to welcome our new Chief Programs Officer, Mitali Weiglein, to the team! Mitali comes from an operational background with 18 years of experience in health care systems implementation, process improvement, and program management. We are so happy to have her on board. To learn more about Mitali, visit https://www.encompasscs.org/leadership_team.

Special thanks to Lisa Russell, our previous CPO, for her dedication and leadership.

03/14/2026

Important Announcement: The County’s Phone Customer Services Center will close each Wednesday in March to allow Human Services staff to process paperwork. County offices remain open if support is needed during this time. Please visit in person, at: 1020 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz OR 500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville.

Did you know? www.BenefitsCal.com lets you apply for and manage your benefits online anytime, anywhere.

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El centro de servicio telefónico al cliente del condado cerrará todos los miércoles de marzo para permitir que el personal de Servicios Humanos tramite documentos pendientes. Las oficinas del condado permanecen abiertas si se necesita apoyo durante este tiempo. Por favor, visite en persona, en:
1020 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz 500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville

¿Sabía que www.BenefitsCal.com le permite pedir y mantener sus beneficios en línea en cualquier momento y desde cualquier lugar?

03/07/2026

Encompass is hiring! Are you a nursing professional ready for a career change? Join our team! The Director of Nursing and Health Services is part of the Encompass program leadership team and works in close collaboration with other service area directors and the agency’s Medical Director to establish integrated medical services and a continuum of care throughout the agency’s programs. Apply today at https://bit.ly/46HyxeS. We look forward to meeting you!

03/04/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Kim Morrison has been named CEO of Encompass! Kim has served as our Chief Financial Officer for many years, as well as Interim CEO for most of last year. Congratulations, Kim! We look forward to your continued leadership and steady resolve. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4l4XarP.

02/27/2026

Did you know? Many children may qualify for full Medi-Cal coverage, regardless of immigration status. Trusted local community organizations are available to answer questions and help families understand their options and apply—safely and confidentially.
Make an appointment with your healthcare provider or drop into any of these trusted community organizations to get free, confidential help in English and Spanish signing up for Medi-Cal for your child:
📍 Live Oak Community Resources
📞 831-476-7284 | Mon–Thu, 9am–5pm
📍 Mountain Community Resources
📞 831-335-6600 | Mon & Thu 9am–4:30pm; Tue & Wed 9am–3pm
📍 La Manzana Community Resources
📞 831-724-2997 | Mon–Fri, 9am–4:30pm
📍 Nueva Vista Community Resources
📞 831-423-5747 | Mon–Fri, 9am–4:30pm
📍 Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County
📞 831-722-7110 | Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm
📍 Community Action Board of Santa Cruz County
📞 831-222-0960 | Spanish, Mixteco & English
🕘 Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm

Muchos niños pueden calificar para Medi Cal completo, sin importar su estatus migratorio. Organizaciones comunitarias de confianza están disponibles para responder preguntas y ayudar a las familias a entender sus opciones y solicitar cobertura, de manera segura y confidencial.
Haga una cita con su proveedor de salud o visite cualquiera de estas organizaciones comunitarias para recibir ayuda gratuita y confidencial para inscribir a su hijo en Medi Cal:
📍 Live Oak Community Resources
📞 831-476-7284 | Lun–Jue, 9am–5pm
📍 Mountain Community Resources
📞 831-335-6600 | Lun & Jue 9am–4:30pm; Mar & Mié 9am–3pm
📍 La Manzana Community Resources
📞 831-724-2997 | Lun–Vie, 9am–4:30pm
📍 Nueva Vista Community Resources
📞 831-423-5747 | Lun–Vie, 9am–4:30pm
📍 Second Harvest Food Bank del Condado de Santa Cruz
📞 831-722-7110 | Lun–Vie, 8am–5pm
📍 Community Action Board del Condado de Santa Cruz
📞 831-222-0960 | Español, Mixteco e Inglés
🕘 Lun–Vie, 9am–4pm

02/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Wicked Chowder booth at the Clam Chowder Cook-Off on Sunday! Although we didn't take home the crown, we had an absolute blast meeting our community and serving them our delicious witches' brew (a.k.a., clam chowder)! Special thanks to Danny Pena and our awesome El Dorado Center residential team, as well as the many Encompass staff who showed up, dressed up, and spread the Wicked magic! We

02/20/2026

Yesterday, U.S. Congress Representative Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) visited the construction site of our Sí Se Puede Behavioral (SSP) Health Center in Watsonville to deliver a check for $900,000 as one of her 13 community projects she submitted for the Fiscal Year 2026 congressional appropriations cycle. Encompass is honored to be one of the recipients and sincerely grateful for Congresswoman Lofgren's advocacy.

The funding will help us purchase furniture, fixtures, and IT equipment, as well as items needed for the kitchen, wellness rooms, bedrooms, and communal living spaces at the SSP facility, which is scheduled to open in July.

Read the full story here: https://www.encompasscs.org/zoe_lofgren_funding_ecs_si_se_puede_26

A heartfelt thank you for supporting our community!

02/20/2026

In response to a severe weather system and potential flooding, temporary shelters will open today and tomorrow 2/18 & 2/20 to provide emergency overnight refuge for individuals experiencing homelessness.

This coordinated effort is supported by the County of Santa Cruz, the City of Santa Cruz, and the City of Watsonville. Shelter sites will be operated by People First of Santa Cruz County.

Lineup for services will begin at 7:30 pm. Space is limited, and beds will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority will be given to individuals with disabilities and those facing significant health or safety risks. Pets are welcome provided they are leashed and remain under voice control. For the safety of all guests, aggressive animals will not be permitted inside shelter
sites.

01/22/2026

January is Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Month. Our Encompass SUD case managers help people with substance use disorders navigate treatment, housing, health care, legal issues, and crises. Support is stronger when it is coordinated. Reach out to Encompass for compassionate wraparound services to achieve sustained recovery.

01/19/2026

Happy MLK Day! If you are spending your day volunteering, thank you. There are so many opportunities in our Santa Cruz County community to continue Dr. King's legacy. 🇺🇸

Address

380 Suite 200 Encinal Street
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18314691700

Website

http://www.encompassCS.org/

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