Resources
Help for people between jobs
Free, official resources for benefits, job search and support. We only list links we’ve checked, and we’re adding more.
In crisis right now? Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, any time, day or night.
Unemployment benefits
If you lost work in California, start here.
Job centers and job search
Free, in-person and online help with job search, training and resumes.
- America's Job Center of California: find a locationEDD's office locator lists America's Job Center of California locations near you.edd.ca.gov/en/office_locator (opens in a new tab)
- LA City WorkSource CentersThe City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department, home of the city's WorkSource Centers.ewdd.lacity.gov (opens in a new tab)
- CalJOBSCalifornia's free online job board and workforce services system.www.caljobs.ca.gov (opens in a new tab)
- CareerOneStopFree career, training and job search tools sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.www.careeronestop.org (opens in a new tab)
- American Job Center Finder (nationwide)Find an American Job Center anywhere in the U.S.www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/AmericanJobCenters/find-american-job-centers.aspx (opens in a new tab)
Mental health and crisis support
Job loss is stressful. You don't have to carry it alone.
Know a free resource that belongs here? Email petermsouzajr@gmail.com. Unemployment Awareness Month is not affiliated with these organizations.