Food Pantries

1. Zoe Center Drive-Thru Food Giveaway
2. Whittier Area First Day Coalition: (562) 945-4495
3. Carson Community Center Food Bank: (310) 217-9574
4. Hawthorne Food Pantry: (310) 676-9377

The following information is provided by the office of LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn:

Ways you can help:

• Donate money or food to any food bank or community organization giving food to those in need
• Start your holiday giving campaigns early this year, recognizing that people need help now
• Provide gift cards to people to buy groceries and other necessities
• Share information with people about where they can go if they need help

If you need assistance: 

• LA Regional Food Bank Pantry Locator: www.lafoodbank.org/find–food/pantry-locator/
• Call 211 to speak to someone who can help find a food pantry in the area or help identify other resources that may be available
• County parks is offering free food to youth, teens, and seniors:  www.parks.lacounty.gov/lacounty-parks-food-programs/
• Seniors over 60 may be eligible for a free meal at local senior centers: Call 1(800)510–2020 for more information
• Those who are pregnant or postpartum may be eligible for WIC benefits. To apply, visit: www.startwic.org or text “APPLY” to 91997
• For those needing tenant protection and foreclosure prevention services, visit: www.dcba.lacounty.gov to learn more

La siguiente información es proporcionada por la oficina de la Supervisora del Condado de Los Ángeles, Janice Hahn:

Maneras en que puedes ayudar: 

• Dona dinero o comida a cualquier banco de alimentos u organización comunitaria que esté dando comida a quienes lo necesitan.
• Comienza tus campañas de donaciones navideñas temprano este año, reconociendo que la gente necesita ayuda ahora.
• Proporciona tarjetas de regalo para que las personas puedan comprar comestibles y otros artículos de primera necesidad.
• Comparte información con las personas sobre dónde pueden acudir si necesitan ayuda

Si necesitas asistencia:

• • Buscador de despensas del Banco de Alimentos del LA Regional Food Bank: www.lafoodbank.org/find–food/pantry-locator/
  • Llama al 211 para hablar con alguien que pueda ayudarte a encontrar una despensa de comida en el área o identificar otros recursos disponibles.
  • Parques del Condado está ofreciendo comida gratis para jóvenes, adolescentes y adultos mayores: www.parks.lacounty.gov/lacounty-parks-food-programs/
  • Adultos mayores de 60 años pueden ser elegibles para recibir comidas gratuitas en centros para personas mayores: Llama al 1(800)510–2020para más información.
  • Personas embarazadas o en posparto pueden ser elegibles para beneficios de WIC. Para aplicar, visita www.startwic.org o envía un mensaje de texto con la palabra “APPLY” al 91997.
  • Para quienes necesiten protección para inquilinos o servicios de prevención de ejecuciones hipotecarias, visita: www.dcba.lacounty.gov para más información.

Organizations Supporting the California Wildfires

1. The Red Cross provides emergency relief to residents and families affected by disasters, providing meals, medical care, and a safe place to shower and sleep. Click here to learn more.
2. The Salvation Army delivers water, food, and emergency supplies. They offer both long-term recovery assistance and emergency relief. Click here to learn more.
3. World Central Kitchen‘s relief team can support those impacted by the wildfires, as well as first responders, in Southern California. Click here to learn more.
4. The California Fire Foundation works with community-based organizations to offer financial support for residents who are impacted by the fires. Click here to learn more.
5. The CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation provides funding for firefighters and their families to help them recover from injuries and hardships. Click here to learn more.
6. The Global Empowerment Mission provides emergency aid supplies to those in need, such as nonperishable food items, hygiene products and water. Click here to learn more.

Resources for Suicide Prevention

1. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-TALK (8255)
2. Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
3. Suicide Prevention Resource Center
4. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Domestic Violence Hotline

1. National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-SAFE (7233)
2. Peace Over Violence: (213) 626-3393 (serving Los Angeles County)
3. Women’s Shelter of Long Beach: (562) 437-4663

Shelters

1. Women’s Shelter of Long Beach: (562) 437-4663
2. The Whole Child: (562) 692-0383 (serving Whittier)
3. Carson Women’s Shelter: (310) 549-8989

Local Emergency Hospitals

1. PIH Health Hospital (Whittier): (562) 698-0811
2. Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center (Torrance): (310) 540-7676
3. Memorial Hospital of Gardena: (310) 532-4200

Respite Care

1. Whittier Hospital Medical Center: (562) 945-3561
2. Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center (Torrance): (310) 540-7676
3. Memorial Hospital of Gardena: (310) 532-4200

Financial Hardship & Utility Assistance

1. Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services: (866) 613-3777
2. Southern California Edison (Electricity): (800) 655-4555
3. Southern California Gas Company (Gas): (800) 427-2200

Drug and Alcohol Addiction Support

1. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: (800) 662-HELP (4357)
2. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Hotline: (212) 870-3400
3. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Helpline: (818) 773-9999

Local City Halls

1. Whittier, CA (City Hall): (562) 567-9300
2. La Mirada, CA (City Hall): (562)943-0131
3. Hawthorne, CA (City Hall): (310) 349-2900
4. Carson, CA (City Hall):  (310) 830-7600

Counseling

Counseling has always been an integral part of the ministry here at Zoe Center. Our counselors are all dedicated to God and serving him, the ministry of counseling, are knowledgeable in their various areas of training, and are committed to seeing you obtain personal spiritual growth; which will help you grow in your relationships and walk in your God-given purpose.

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Mental Health Counseling Service

Be Made Whole Counseling Services: (302) 480-0573

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