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Our Resources

Helpful Resources for Individuals & Families

Available Resources

Explore a variety of trusted resources designed to support individuals and families on their journey toward greater independence. From community programs and educational tools to health services and family support, we're here to help you find the guidance and connections you need.

Education (Adult)

Riverside
Adult School

Free adult education including HSD/GED prep, vocational training, and ESL for adult learners

Alvord
Adult Education

Community-focused adult ed offering ESL, GED/high school equivalency, and support services

Moreno Valley Community Adult School

Adult education promoting equity and lifelong learning including career and literacy programs

Corona-Norco Adult School

Fast, affordable hands-on vocational training in healthcare and other in-demand fields

Riverside County Office of Education – School of Career Education

Accredited CTE programs including Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, CNA, Pharmacy Tech, and IT Help Desk

Jurupa
Adult School

Adult education focused on career pathways, ESL, and GED completion

Southwest Riverside Adult Education (SRAE)

Free ESL, citizenship prep, high school completion, and career ed serving SW Riverside County including Lake Elsinore

Higher Education

Riverside
City College (RCC)

Leading community college offering associate degrees, transfer pathways, and career certificates across 8 instructional pathways

Moreno
Valley College

Health-sciences-focused community college serving 14,000+ students with degrees, transfer, and career certificates

Norco
College

Two-year public community college in the Riverside Community College District offering transfer and career programs

Mt. San
Jacinto College (MSJC)

Multi-campus community college serving SW Riverside County with vocational, technical, and transfer programs

Palo
Verde College

Community college in the Palo Verde Valley offering career, technical, transfer, and continuing education

UMass
Global (Riverside)

Flexible degree programs for working adults at the former Brandman University Riverside campus

College
of the Desert

Community college in the Coachella Valley; top transfer source to CSU San Bernardino

UC
Riverside (UCR)

Flagship UC campus in Riverside offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs

Copper
Mountain College

Gateway college for the Morongo Basin offering small classes, advanced technology, and hands-on training

California
Baptist University

Private Christian university in Riverside offering undergraduate and graduate programs

Language Learning

Southwest Riverside Adult Education – ESL Program

Free English as a Second Language classes with flexible day/night schedules at multiple SW Riverside County campuses

Alvord
Adult Education – ESL

Free ESL classes for adults 18+ with limited English, focused on reading and speaking skills

Corona-Norco
Adult School – ESL

English classes tailored for immigrants and non-native English speakers acclimating to the US

Riverside County Library System – Adult Literacy Program

Free reading, writing, communication, and digital literacy sessions for adults; includes resume and job skills

Riverside Adult School – ESL & Citizenship

Free ESL and citizenship preparation classes for adults in the Riverside area

SRAE – Citizenship Preparation

Free citizenship test preparation classes for immigrants seeking naturalization across SW Riverside County

Employment

Riverside County Workforce Development

One-stop job seeker services: resume assistance, career coaching, mock interviews, skill assessments, and vocational training referrals

Workforce Development Centers (WDC) – Multiple Locations

In-person career centers in Riverside, Hemet, Moreno Valley, and Blythe offering free employment services

Cal
JOBS

California's free online job search portal with statewide job listings, virtual recruiter alerts, and employer connections

SRAE – Workforce Preparation

Free workforce readiness training for adults including job skills and employment transition support

Riverside County Workforce Development – Youth Services

Specialized employment and training services for young people ages 16–24, including GED, work experience, and vocational training

Volunteer Opportunities

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Volunteer Center of Riverside County

Connects community members to volunteer opportunities including trail adoption, committee service, and local nonprofits

American Red Cross – Riverside County

Volunteer roles in disaster response, blood drives, and community humanitarian work; 90% of work done by volunteers

Riverside County Animal Shelter Volunteer Program

Volunteers help care for homeless animals—dog walking, cat socialization, bathing, enrichment

Riverside County Dept. of Public Health – Volunteer Services

Volunteer and internship opportunities within the Department of Public Health programs and community outreach

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

Free disaster preparedness training and volunteer response team for local emergencies

Riverside County Office on Aging – RSVP

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program connecting seniors to 20+ programs including meal delivery and social engagement

Riverside County Master Gardeners

Trained volunteers providing free research-based gardening guidance, composting, and pest management to county residents

Transportation

Riverside Transit Agency (RTA)

Primary bus transit for western Riverside County with 36 fixed routes, 8 CommuterLink express routes, and Dial-A-Ride paratransit

RTA
Dial-A-Ride

Paratransit service for seniors and people with disabilities who cannot use fixed-route buses

GoMicro – On-Demand Microtransit

App-based on-demand shared rides in the Hemet–San Jacinto area; book and track trips in real time

GoMobile
App

RTA's official transit app for buying passes, paying fares, planning trips, and tracking arrivals

Metrolink – Riverside Lines

Commuter rail connecting Riverside to Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Bernardino via multiple lines

SunLine
Transit Agency

Public bus service for the Coachella Valley portion of Riverside County

Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)

County-level agency overseeing all transit operators, Metrolink commuter rail, and transportation planning

Driver License Resources

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California DMV – AB 60 Driver's License

License for CA residents unable to prove legal US presence; requires proof of identity and CA residency; costs $46; available in 40+ languages

AB 60 Eligibility Wizard (CA DMV)

Step-by-step online checklist to determine which documents are needed to qualify for an AB 60 driver's license

DMV
Riverside Office

Local DMV field office for license applications, knowledge tests, and behind-the-wheel test scheduling

DMV Online Appointment Scheduler

Schedule DMV appointments online or call 1-800-777-0133; interpreter services available

CA DMV Driver Handbook (Multilingual)

Official driver's handbook available in multiple languages for knowledge test preparation

Inland Counties Legal Services (ICLS)

Free or low-cost legal aid for Riverside County residents, including assistance navigating DMV processes for immigrants

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