CARE Program

The CARE Program Experience

CARE students benefit from a variety of academic and economic services. CARE strives to enhance self-esteem, develop college skills, and assist students in achieving their academic goals. Many of our students not only benefit from the services provided, many go farther than they dreamed possible.  

CARE Services

 

CARE Eligibility Requirements

• Apply to MJC
• Complete MJC Assessment Testing
• Complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or CADAA (California Dream Act Application) and/or CCPG Fee Waiver Application (California College Promise Grant).
• Apply for the EOPS Program and Indicate your interest in CARE on your application.
• Complete the CARE Application and have an eligible TANF Verification form on file (Must be single Parent head of household, receiving TANF for you or your child.)

 

CARE Council

2025-2026 Care Council Representatives

• Yazmin Colin
• Diana Barrera
• Diamond Armendariz Espinoza 
• Samantha Stockton
• Kezia Merkerson 
• Breeann Barnes
• Eric Utterback

 

CARE Advisory Committee

The role of the CARE Advisory Committee is to be a sounding board to the CARE Program.  The committee attends 2 meetings a year along with attending CARE events.  The committee is made up of campus employees, public agencies, and community members.  The charge of the committee is to offer insights and suggestions on how the program can be successful. 

• Cristal Gallegos - EOP&S Counselor 
• Leticia Blanco - CARE Coordinator          
• Julie Swift - Regional Lead Administrator, Delta Charter Schools
• Mikaela Green - Rise Up Program Specialist
• Sonia Villano - MJC Food Services Supervisor
• Mary Everhart - MJC CalWORKs Program Assistant
• Tracy Gilman - MJC Accounty Analyst
• Ulises Ochoa - Student Success Program Specialist
• Liz Camboia - EOP&S Counselor/ Next UP