CHW Cohort #2 - Resource Page

Alzheimer’s Los Angeles

Providing FREE education and support for people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias and their caregivers.

– Website: https://www.alzheimersla.org

 

Americorps

AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, and improve lives and communities.

– Website: https://www.hsp-inc.com/americorps/

 

Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities is committed to manifesting Christ’s spirit by collaborating with diverse communities, providing services to the poor and vulnerable, promoting human dignity, and advocating for social justice.

– Website: https://catholiccharitiesla.org/

 

Christian Outreach in Action

Christian Outreach in Action is a nondenominational 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of homeless and impoverished individuals in Long Beach and Greater Los Angeles, so they may reach and sustain self-sufficiency and independence. 

– Location: Long Beach, CA

– Services: Hot Meals, Community Services, Goods Distribution

– Website: https://www.coalongbeach.org/

 

Dream Center

Empowering lives and communities through the transforming love of Christ; body, soul, and spirit.

– Services: Food distribution and resources

– Website: https://www.dreamcenter.org/

 

Eastmont Community Center

Eastmont Community Center provides much needed education, social services, and health and wellness services that promote personal development and self-sufficiency. Learn more about the dynamic programs

– Website: https://eastmontcommunity.org

 

FindHelp.org

Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.

– Website: https://www.findhelp.org/

 

God Chose Us Community Resource Center

Food justice is an important part of community justice. We take donations form local businesses and use them to fight hunger. Help us connect with donors and with people in need. 

– Website: godchoseus.org

 

Heart of Los Angeles

Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) gives underserved kids an equal chance to succeed through a comprehensive array of after-school academic, arts, athletics, and wellness programs. 

– Location: 2701 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 100, Los Angeles, CA 90057

– Services: Academics, Music, Athletics, College Success, Scientific and Visual Arts, Wellness, Youth-based services

– Website: N/A

 

HOPICS (Homeless Outreach Program Integrated Care System)

We host a comprehensive menu of services that affect multiple pieces of the continuum of care. We are one of the largest housing and homeless service agencies in Los Angeles County and the largest in SPA 6. We serve low-income households with a client-centered “whatever it takes” approach, which is why we are recognized leaders in direct service advocacy for those experiencing homelessness and housing instability.

– Website: www.hopics.org

 

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that helps families build and improve places to call home. We believe affordable housing plays a critical role in strong and stable communities.

– Website: habitatla.org

 

Holy Cross Community Center

The agency provides emergency food and clothing for low-income families and senior citizens who live in the area of Los Angeles that is bounded by Martin Luther King Blvd.

– Location: 104 W 47th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90037

– Services: Food and clothing distribution for seniors and low-income families

-Phones: Service/Intake (323) 232-3333

 

Inglewood 1-stop

CAREER SERVICES OFFERED:

  • Assessment
  • Career Counseling
  • Computer Workshops
  • Training
  • Career Workshops
  • Job Club
  • Internet Job Search
  • Career Resource Library
  • Job Placement Assistance
  • Labor Market Information
  • Phones, Faxes, Computers and Copiers

– Website: www.southbay1stop.org

 

K-9 Connection

k9 connection is proud to be a program of one of Los Angeles County’s largest social services agencies, The People Concern, a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence. By extension, we provide support for animal-assisted interventions that acknowledge the importance of healthy and safe emotional, psychological, and physical interactions that incorporate animals for the purpose of therapeutic gains and improved health and wellness.

– Website: https://www.thepeopleconcern.org/k9-connection/

 

LA County Library

– Website: https://lacountylibrary.org/

 

Long-term Care Ombudsman Program

Long-Term Care Ombudsman representatives assist residents in long-term care facilities with issues related to day-to-day care, health, safety, and personal preferences. Problems can include, but are not limited to:

  • Violation of residents’ rights or dignity
  • Physical, verbal, mental, or financial abuse
  • Poor quality of care
  • Dietary concerns
  • Medical care, therapy, and rehabilitation issues
  • Medicare and Medi-Cal benefit issues
  • Improper transfer or discharge of a resident
  • Inappropriate use of chemical or physical restraints

– Website: https://wiseombudsman.org

 

No Us Without You (NUWY)

No Us Without You LA provides food security, free of charge to underserved communities in the greater Los Angeles area. These communities include back of house restaurant staff and street vendors with a focus on feeding mothers and children in need. 

– Website: nouswithoutyou.la, findhelp.org

 

OGHENE Community Resource Center

OCRC is a non-profit organization in Los Angeles California design to play important role in Social Welfare, Health, Education, and Community Services.

– Location: 849 W. 85th St, LA, CA 90044

– Services: Food distribution

– Phone #: (800) 570-2175

 

PATH (People Assisting the Homeless)

PATH is ending homelessness for individuals, families, and communities. We do this by building affordable housing and providing supportive services throughout California.

– Website: www.epath.org

 

Parks After Dark

Parks After Dark returns for the summer season with FREE activities at 34 LA County parks.

– Website: https://parks.lacounty.gov/pad/

 

Pink Journey Foundation and Hands of New Hope

We are here to provide no cost breast screenings and breast care for underserved communities with women who are uninsured or underinsured. Rolling with Hope has the ability to decrease the major gaps of late breast cancer detection leading to intensive treatment and consequently high mortality rates seen in disadvantaged and underserved populations.

– Location: Long Beach, CA

– Services: Mobile Mammography, Mental Services

– Website: https://www.handsofnewhope.org

 

Salvation Army

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

– Website: https://losangelescentral.salvationarmy.org/

 

Sam Simon Foundation 

We are a 501 C3 non-profit organization privately funded by The Sam Simon Foundation Giving Fund so we do not accept any public donations. WE OFFER THESE SERVICES FREE OF COST TO ALL RECIPIENTS OF OUR PROGRAMS: Hearing Dog Program, Service Dogs for Veterans, Career Change Dogs

– Website: https://ssf-feedingfamilies.org/

 

Shields for Families

SHIELDS provides substance use disorder treatment and prevention services. We focus on individuals and parents, ranging from twelve years old and up. We are a critical advocate for substance use disorder services not only locally but across the nation.

– Website: https://www.shieldsforfamilies.org/supportive-services/

 

SRO Housing

We are the largest provider of affordable single-room-occupancy homes in the Western United States. Over 2,500 formerly homeless and low-income men and women reside in our 32 properties and we have over 100 homes currently in development.

– Website: www.srohousing.org

 

The Children’s Collective Inc.

At The Children’s Collective, Inc., our vision is for every child and every family in our community to reach their highest potential regardless of income level. We provide high quality full day child care and educational services that are free to low-cost.

– Website: www.childrenscollective.org

 

WLCAC (Watts Labor Community Action Committee)

That started in the 60’s when our founder helped lower the federal working age to allow youth in Watts to earn a living during the summer after the fateful 1965 Watts Rebellion. Every day for the past 58 years, whether through grassroots community organizing or funded programs, we help provide free support for: Family stability, Employment, Housing and Homelessness prevention, Seniors, Farming, Youth Development, and Cultural Enrichment.

– Website: WLCAC.org

 

YO! Watts LA Youthsource Center

Yo! Watts YouthSource Center Paid Summer Jobs for youth/young adults 14-24. How the Paid Work Experience works.

– Website: https://wattsnc.org/yo-watts-youthsource-center-paid-summer-jobs/