(last updated 9/22/2020 - We will regularly update this page with more information. Please make sure to check OCC's official COVID-19 Student Resource and FAQ page for campus wide updates and resources.)
OCC Cares is an initiative meant to connect students with resources for basic needs to positively impact their well-being and college success. It is our goal to keep our students, staff and the community as safe as possible while providing continued service during this critical time by limiting exposure to the COVID-19 virus. As a result, OCC Cares has trasnitioned online to help our students during these difficult times.
September is Hunger Awareness Month!
Hunger Awareness Month.pdf
Frequently Asked for COVID-19 Resources
Additional Essential Needs Resources:
Make the most of the public resources available to you from state and county services:
Upcoming Virtual Events:
Join us for virtual events hosted by OCC Cares Staff!
- More information to come soon!
OCC Cares COVID-19 Resource Request Form
We know that due to COVID-19, many of our students now face heightened financial, physical, emotional, and academic challenges. Orange Coast College cares about our students' success and well-being during these difficult times. We are here to help.
Speak with our OCC Cares Team!
OCC Cares is available to students starting on March 31th via email and phone (714-714-7769). If you would like to chat with a member of the OCC Cares team virtually, please click on the images below!
Open Office Hours
Monday 1PM - 4 PM: Tuan
Tuesday 9AM - 12 PM: Tuan / 4:30PM - 6 PM: Diana
Wednesday 1PM - 4 PM: Allison
Thursday 2PM - 4 PM: Allison
Friday 10AM - 1 PM: Tuan
OCC Cares Newsletter Archive
June 2020:OCC Cares June E-Newsletter.pdf
July 2020:OCC Cares July E-Newsletter.pdf
August 2020:OCC Cares August E-Newsletter.pdf
September 2020:OCC Cares September E-Newsletter.pdf
October 2020:OCC Cares October E-Newsletter.pdf