Worker Resources:
We all fall on hard times, the hopeful news is, the Labor Movement is here to help you and your family through it. There are benefits available only to union members, plus the Contra Costa Labor Council has information on local and state resources. Whether you’re looking for unemployment assistance, mental health resources, job search information, or more — we are here to try to help connect you to all available resources.
If you don’t find the information you are looking for here, please feel free to email us at info@cclabor.net and we will try to assist you further.
Union Member Benefits:
The benefits of being a Union Member extends beyond the workplace. AFL-CIO Union Plus benefits help current and retired Labor Union Members, and their families save money and support them through major milestones, celebrations, and hardships. These benefits include:
AFL- CIO UNEMPLOYMENT LIFELINE: www.unemploymentlifeline.com
UNION PLUS HARDSHIP ASSISTANCE BENEFITS: www.unionplus.org
WIRELESS DISCOUNTS: Switch to AT&T the only nationwide unionized wireless carrier, receive significant bill credits and other more
CREDIT CARDS: The union-plus-credit-card is designed to meet the needs of union members, with competitive rates, U.S.-based customer service and more.
MORTGAGES: The Union Plus Mortgage program helps union members purchase or refinance a home.
INSURANCE PLANS: Union Plus offers a full range of supplemental life and accident insurance plans dedicated to meeting the unique needs of union members and their families. Affordable auto insurance with driver’s education grants is also available.
UNION PLUS SCHOLARSHIPS: In the past 25 years, union members and their children have received more than four million dollars from Union Plus scholarships
TRAVEL & ENTERTAINMENT: Travel should be fun—but it also can be a bargain with travel discounts on car rentals, entertainment, theme parks and more
COVID-19 Resources:
Community Resources:
For help and resources in your area
https://www.211.org or call 211
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
Job Search | Employment | Training Services
CAL JOBS: Complete set of employment tools for job seekers in California.
Visit WWW.caljobs.ca.gov
AMERICAN JOB CENTERS (AJCS): AJCs offer career services, career counseling, job search assistance, , and job training services.
AJC CENTER NEAR ME to find a center in your area or Call 877-872-5627
Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County (WDBCCC): The WDBCCC provide free rapid response support for laid off workers, job search, career exploration, and job training services. Call (925) 602-6800 or visit https://www.wdbccc.com
Youth Job Resources: The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County supports services year-round to youth and young adults between the ages of 16 and 24 who have barriers to graduating from school, finding a job, or launching a career.
UNEMPLOYMENT & DISABILITY INSURANCE BENEFITS
EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT (EDD): The EDD manages the Unemployment Insurance (UI) and State Disability Insurance (SDI) programs for the State of California. SDI includes Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family Leave (PFL) and the Nonindustrial Disability Insurance (NDI) programs. https://edd.ca.gov/
CA STATE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE (UI): Call 1-800-300-5616 or visit https://edd.ca.gov/
CA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE (SDI): Call English: 1-800-480-3287 | Spanish: 1-866-658-884 or visit https://edd.ca.gov/Disability/Disability_Insurance.htm
HEALTH CARE OPTIONS
COVERED CALIFORNIA & MEDICAL: Covered California is a free service that connects Californians with brand-name health insurance under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. You may qualify for a discount on a health plan through Covered California or get health insurance through the state’s Medi-Cal program. Either way, you’ll have great health coverage.
APPLY COVERED CA Call (800) 300-1506 or visit: https://www.coveredca.com/
COBRA CONTINUATION COVERAGE ASSISTANCE: COBRA health insurance will allow you to pay for your current health insurance (including paying for your employer’s portion) and continue the plan for a period.
Find your LOCAL COBRA OFFICE or visit: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ebsa/laws-and-regulations/laws/cobra