The Looking Ahead team has put together the following list of organizations providing services that might be relevant to your youth and family. Placement on this page does not constitute our endorsement, but does hopefully help you get started in finding any kind of information you need.
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Bullying / Cyberbulling
L.A. Youth Network
800.843.5200
www.layn.org
Hotline for teens that deal with bullying and relationship issues.
Safe Kids.Com
www.safekids.com
Digital citizenship, online safety and civility. Resources, safety guides for tweens, teens and parents.
Stop Bullying Now
Cyber Education Consultants
lorigetz.com/parents
Articles, webinars and links to learn about cyber safety for your family.
Teen Health
www.teenhealth.org
Website that provides information for parents, kids, tweens and teens. Read articles and blogs. Take a survey to understand your knowledge on this topic.
That’s Not Cool
www.thatsnotcool.com
Offers information on relationships and peer pressure.
Counseling and Support
Counseling
Looking Ahead
323.933.9244, contact Chris Smith at csmith@actrosfund.org
Free and confidential conversations and support. Referrals to low costs counseling services. The Looking Ahead social worker works with members of the Looking Ahead community: youth, parents, couples and families.
Airport Marina Counseling Services
310.670.1410
www.airportmarina.org
Counseling for children and teens. Sliding scale. Individual, and family therapy.
Asian Pacific Health Care Venture
323.644.3888
www.aphcv.org
Los Feliz Branch. Sliding scale or no fee supportive counseling and medical services.
Door of Hope 4 Teens
615.746.7319
www.doorofhope4teens.org
Sunday-Thursday, 9 pm-11 pm EST. Hotline and texting services and advice for teens who struggle with depression, cutting, bullying, eating issues and emotional struggles.
The Help Group
Van Nuys 818.267.2745
Culver City 310.751.1171
thehelpgroup.org
Not for profit that serves kids with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse and emotional problems.
I Wanna Know
iwannaknow.org
Iwannaknow.org is a trusted source of information on sexual health and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Jewish Family Services of Los Angeles
877.275.0732
www.jfsla.org
Metro Counseling and Resource Center: 310.247.0864
San Fernando Valley Counseling and Resource Center: 818.464.3333
Counseling, sliding scale, one on one support, support groups, psychotherapy.
L.A. Gay and Lesbian Centers Family Services Program
323.993.7400
www.LAGAYCenter.org
Youth Center on Highland
1220 N. Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038
Mental health and counseling support.
Maple Counseling Center
310.271.9999, contact the intake department
www.tmcc.org
9107 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Low cost comprehensive mental health services in Los Angeles. They offer individuals, couples, families and groups.
National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)
800.931.2237
www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
Toll free hotline to connect all ages.
Rebecca’s House
800.711.2062
rebeccashouse.org
Programs and counseling for eating disorders as well as drug and alcohol abuse.
San Fernando Valley Clinic and Family Guidance Center
818.993.9311
www.childguidance.org
Northridge. Sliding scale fees. Counseling, psychotherapy, psychiatric services for ages 3-17
Southern California Counseling Center
323.937.1344, contact the intake department
www.sccc-la.org
5615 West Pico
Los Angeles, CA 90019
Not for profit counseling services, can work on a sliding scale. They offer individual, group, couples and family services.
Valley Family Center
818.365.8588
valleyfamilycenter.org
San Fernando. Marriage, family, teen, and child therapy. Parenting classes and domestic violence programs. Sliding fees.
Grief and Loss
I Count Too
626.397.3600
www.pih.net
Support group for children and adolescents who have loved ones with life threatening illness.
Our House
310.475.0299 or 818.222.3344
www.ourhouse-grief.org
Bereavement counseling for children, adolescents and adults.
Suicide
Access Mental Health
800.854.7771
www.dmh.co.la.ca.us
24 hours. Information and referrals for emergency and non-emergency mental health issues and counseling.
California Youth Crisis Line
800.843.5200
www.youthcrisisline.org
Crisis phone counseling, info and referrals ages 12-24.
L.A. County/ USC Medical Center
323.409.1000
24 hours Emergency: 323.226.2622
Full service medical center with psychiatric services and support.
GLBT National Youth Talk Line
800.246.7743
www.glbtnationalhelpcenter.org
Offers free and confidential on-line peer- support chat. Also provides free and confidential telephone and internet online peer-counseling. Monday-Friday, 1 pm-9 pm; Saturday, 9 am-2 pm.
Suicide Prevention 24 hour Hotline
877.727.4747
www.suicidepreventioncenter.org
Hotline for support, referrals, information and prevention for all ages.
Teen Line
800.582.8336
Los Angeles: 310.855.4673
www.teenlineonline.org
Free, confidential and anonymous teen to teen hotline open to every night 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm.
Trevor Line
866.488.7386
www.thetrevorproject.org
24 hour crisis line for LGBTQ youth under 25 years old. National referrals in all areas. Also, 800.850.8078.
Alcohol and Drugs
Advanced Professional Counseling Services
951.682.2531
Counseling for children and teens, adults and families, alcohol and drug counseling for families. Children of ADD/ADHD, anger management, self-esteem, and children of divorce.
Al-Anon/ Alateen Family Group
Headquarters, Inc.
888.425.2666
www.al-anon.alateen.org
Mutual support group for family and youth.
Al-Anon Family Groups
888.684.6444
al-anon.org
12-step program for teen relatives and friends of alcoholics.
Alcoholics Anonymous
800.923.8722
www.aa.org
Alcoholics Anonymous Los Angeles Central Office
800.923.8722
323.936.4343
www.lacoaa.org
Meeting information and literature.
Marijuana Anonymous
800.766.6779
www.marijuana-anonymous.org
24 hour recorded information.
National Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
800.662.4357
www.samhsa.gov
24 hours. Free Services. Hotline and chat. Information, referrals and support for drug and alcohol abuse and mental health issues.
Seeking Peaceful Solutions
323.753.1314
treatment-facilities.healthgrove.com/l/993/Seeking-Peaceful-Solutions-Inc
Services for youth, teens, adolescents and adults in areas of substance issues, anger management and other issues.
Start Your Recovery
Teens Health
www.teenshealth.org/teen
Cyber Safety / Safety
Bizparentz Foundation
www.bizparentz.org
Website provides tips specific to child safety while working in the industry. Information on navigating the set, auditions and classes. Important child safety tips against child predators.
Cyber Education Consultants
lorigetz.com/parents
Articles, webinars and links to learn about cyber safety for your family.
Net Smartz Kids
www.netsmartzkids.org
www.netsmartz.org/teens
An interactive way of teaching young people how to recognize dangers and increase self-confidence whenever the go online. Includes games, puzzles and more.
Safe Kids
www.safekids.com
www.safeteens.com
Digital citizenship, online safety and civility. Resources, safety guides for tweens, teens and parents.
Education for Young Performers
Do you have questions about your professional young performer’s education and options? Does your young performer need some support or guidance around his education and/ or future? Contact Looking Ahead and speak to Melody Lawson, our Educational Counselor for career planning, assessment, resources and support: 323 .933. 9244 ext. 436 or mlawson@actorsfund.org.
Career Planning
Holland Code Test
www.truity.com/test/holland-code-career-test
O*Net Online
www.onetonline.org
Roadtrip Nation
What is your career road map?
roadtripnation.com/wyr
Personality Type Assessments
Human Metrics-Jung Typology Test
www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/JTypes2.asp
Official Myers-Briggs Online Test
www.mbtionline.com/TaketheMBTI
Nine Types.com
9types.com
College Planning
Cal State Apply
(Formerly CSU Mentor)
University of California Admissions
admission.universityofcalifornia.edu
California Community Colleges
Chancellor's Office
The Common Application
www.commonapp.org
Education Planner
www.educationplanner.org
Admittedly
College planning app
admitted.ly/
College Board Big Future
Seach for colleges, explore careers, make a college plan
Financing Education
Fin Aid
Guide to financial aid terms
www.finaid.org
Federal Student Aid, U.S. Department of Education
studentaid.ed.gov
Federal Appliction for Student Aid (FAFSA)
fafsa.ed.gov
Fast Web
Comprehensive scholarship search
Scholarships.com
Scholarship search
Scholarship America
Scholarship listings
scholarshipamerica.org
Affordable Colleges
Guides to and rankings of affordable colleges
Discover Student Loans
Private student loans
www.studentloan.com
Private College Funding/Planning Consultants
Ketterman College Funding
www.kettermancollegefunding.com
Total College Planning
www.totalcollegeplanning.com
College Planning Experts
www.collegeplanningexperts.com
Artist/Professional Union Scholarships
Union Plus Scholarship
www.unionplus.org/college-education-financing/scholarships
SAG-AFTRA Heller Scholarship & John L. Dales Scholarship
Performing Art Schools/Magnets
CHAMPS Charter High School of the Arts
Culver City High School Academy of Visual and Performing Arts
East Los Angeles Performing Arts Magnet
elapaa-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Huntington Beach Academy for the Performing Arts
Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)
Orange County School of the Arts
South Bay Conservatory
Other Schools
ACIS
Brighton Hall
brightonhallschool.org
Connections Academy
www.connectionsacademy.com
Fusion Academy
www.fusionacademy.com
Hart @ Home
www.learningposthighschool.com
Independence Charter Academy
www.independencecharteracademy.com
Inspire Charter Schools
K12 CAVA
www.k12.com/cava
Laurel Springs
Options for Youth
www.ofy.org
Sage Oak
Homeschool Resources
California Homeschool Network
www.californiahomeschool.net/howTo/howTo.htm
Homeschool World
www.home-school.com/groups/detail.php?6440
Home School Legal Defense Association
www.hslda.org
Home School News Link
www.homeschoolnewslink.com
Home School Association of California
hsc.org/marketplace/schools-and-programs.html
Tutoring
Special Education
Special Education-CalEd Facts
www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/sr/cefspeced.asp
Special Education Rights and Eligibility
www.disabilityrightsca.org/pubs/504001Ch03.pdf
The Help Group
www.thehelpgroup.org
Other
Web Directory for Parents
www.educationandenrichment.com
Emergency Assistance
The Looking Ahead Program
Contact Chris Smith
323.933.9244 ext. 422
csmith@actorsfund.org
Looking Ahead can provide resources and support in the areas listed below and other life challenging situation. If you are experiencing a problem or concern related to emergency financial assistance, housing, crisis or transition please call us, we want to help you.
Financial Assistance
Burbank Temporary Aid Society
818.848.2822
www.burbanktemporaryaidcenter.org
California- Disability Benefits
This is a very helpful website to begin to understand disability benefits. It is also helpful for clients who might need education around the different disability programs.
Catholic Charities
818.883.6015
catholiccharitiesla.org
Government Entitlements and Support
Your Path to Government Benefits.
www.benefits.gov
Jewish Free Loan
323.761.8830
www.jfla.org
Los Angeles Family Housing Corporation
818.982.4091
www.lafh.com
Need Help Paying Bills
www.needhelppayingbills.com
The People Guide of Los Angeles
View the PDF version via links at the bottom of their home page.
www.hungeractionla.org/peoplesguide
State of California Employment Development Department
Unemployment Insurance
www.edd.ca.gov/unemployment
Mortgage Assistance
Keep Your Home California
888.954.5337
keepyourhomecalifornia.org
Los Angeles Family Housing Corporation
818.982.4091
www.lafh.com
Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America
801.401.6222 - contact the “Home Save” Department
www.naca.com/home-save
Food and Clothing
Call 211 on your phone
211 LA County is dedicated to providing an easy-to-use, caring, professional source of guidance, advocacy, and 24 hours 7 days per week access to a comprehensive range of human services to the people of Los Angeles County.
Family Rescue Center
818.884.7587
www.rescatefamilycenter.org
Free Food.org
www.freefood.org/s/california
Loaves and Fishes II
818.997.0943
Los Angeles County Health & Nutrition Hotline
877.597.4777
Meet Each Need with Dignity (MEND)
818.897.2443
mendpoverty.org
SOVA Food Pantry
www.jfsla.org/sova
Westside Food Bank
310.828.6016
westsidefoodbankca.org
Entertainment Industry
SAG-AFTRA
323.954.1600
www.sagaftra.org
SAG-AFTRA Young Performers
youngperformers.sagaftra.org/home
Screen Actors Guild Foundation
323.549.6708
sagfoundation.org
Actors’ Equity Association
323.978.8080
www.actorsequity.org
The Studio Teachers
24 hotline: 818.559.9797
Download forms, check labor laws, find a teacher, buy the Blue Book.
Musicians Local 47
promusic47.org
Unclaimed Coogan Funds
Also please check out our Unclaimed Coogan page on this site.
BizParentz Foundation
Supporting families of children working in the entertainment industry.
Hollywood Mom Blog
Managing motherhood, marriage, business and blogging between the kids’ auditions.
Children in Film
800.902.9001
Everything and everyone you need to know.
A Minor Consideration
A not for profit foundation formed to give guidance and support to your performers.
Hollywood Reporter
Entertainment News
Deadline
Entertainment News
Free Thing to Do in Los Angeles and Other Websites
Free Things to do in Los Angeles
100 free things to do in Los Angeles
Free exhibits, activities, passes to events, ideas and maps to activities
www.discoverlosangeles.com/blog/100-free-things-do-los-angeles
CicLAvia
Go to their FAQ page to learn the details and the next location.
Free Movie Screenings
Free outdoor movies that happen in Los Angeles.
Free Museum Day Los Angeles
List of free museums in Los Angeles and free admission days
Free Music at LACMA
Jazz in the park at LACMA. Families can bring blankets, and food picnic style and enjoy music.
www.lacma.org/programs/music/jazz-at-lacma
Mommy Poppins - Get more out of LA with kids
100 Things to DO in LA with Kids Before They Grow Up
la.mommypoppins.com/lakids/100-things-to-do-in-la-with-kids-before-they-grow-up
SAG Foundation
Free workshops and classes, free movies. Join the SAG Foundation, it’s free.
Other Websites
www.Groupon.com
Get exclusive local deals near you.
www.redtri.com
Daily and weekly deals and events happening in southern California.
Health Insurance / Medical Needs
Health Plans
The Actors Fund, Health Insurance Resource Center
323.933.9244 ext. 432
The Actors Fund Covered California Help Line
855.491.3357
www.actorsfund.org/AHIRC
If your young performer and family transition in and out of union health insurance utilize the Health Insurance Resource Center at The Actors Fund. If your family needs medical coverage call us. The Actors Fund is an enrollment site for the Affordable Care Act, Covered California. We can assess and see if you are eligible for a subsidy. Utilize the helpline, weekly workshops, individual appointments and website. The website has national resources state by state for insurance, clinics, dental, artist’s resources and insurance options.
Screen Actors Guild Producers Pension and Health Plans
323.936.4343
www.sagaftraplans.org
AFTRA Health and Retirement Funds
323.937.3631 or toll-free at 800.562.4690 from 9 am - 7 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday.
www.aftrahr.com
Actors’ Equity Association – Equity League Fund
212.869.9380 or toll free outside of NYC: 800.344.5220
Community Clinics
Queens Care Health Centers
323.953.7170
queenscarehealthcenters.org
4618 Fountain Ave
Hollywood, CA 90029
Saban Community Clinic
323.653.1990
sabancommunityclinic.org
Beverly Hills Center
8405 Beverly Hills
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Valley Community Clinic
818.763.8836
valleycommunityhealthcare.org
6801 Coldwater Canyon,
North Hollywood, CA 91605
Venice Family Clinic
Call center 310.392.8636
www.venicefamilyclinic.org
604 Rose Ave.
Venice, CA 90291
Monday –Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Adult pediatric and teen primary care. Health and wellness center, family planning, women’s health, dental, Labs and diagnostic center.
CVS Minute Clinics
www.cvs.com/minuteclinic
Located inside various CVS drug stores.
These operate as medical clinics. They accept insurance, fee for service. Walk in appointments only. Search their website for clinic near you.
Hospitals and Emergency Rooms
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
800.233.2771
www.cedars-sinai.edu
8700 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
24 hr. Emergency Services Desk 310- 423-8605
Olive View Hospital of UCLA Medical Center
818.363.1555
www.ladhs.org
14445 Olive View Drive, # 2b182
Sylmar, CA 91342
Emergency Services and Hospital
Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center
818.843.5111
california.providence.org/Saint-Joseph
501 S. Buena Vista Street
Burbank California 91505
24 hr. Emergency help. Resource Line 888.432.5464
Providence Tarzana Medical Center
818.881.0800
california.providence.org/tarzana
18321 Clark Street
Tarzana, CA 91356
24 hour Emergency Services, ER department: 818.708.5170
Resource Center: 888.432.5464
Ronald Regan UCLA Medical Center – West Los Angeles
310.825.9111
www.uclahealth.org/santa-monica
757 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, California 90095
Santa Monica/UCLA Medical Center
424.259.6000
www.healthcare.ucla.edu/santa-monica
1250 16th Street
Santa Monica, CA 9040
Sherman Oaks Hospital and Health Center
818.981.7111
www.shermanoakshospital.com
4929 Van Nuys Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, California 91403
Hotlines
211 LA County
www.healthycity.org
www.211la.org
Dial 211 on your phone. 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.
Telephone information and referral services. They can help you find emergency food, shelter, legal and financial assistance, counseling and many other resources. On their website, go to services.
Alcoholics Anonymous Los Angeles Central Office
800.923.8722
323.936.4343
www.lacoaa.org
Meeting information and literature.
Al.Anon/ Alateen Headquarters
888.684.6444
www.alanola.org
12 step program for teens and relatives and friends of alcoholics.
California AIDS, STD and Hepatitis Hotline
800.367.2437
www.aidshotline.org
M-F 9am-5pm Referrals to anonymous test sites. Information and support.
California Smokers Helpline
800.662.8887
www.californiasmokershelpline.org
Free information, telephone counseling to help people stop smoking.
California Youth Crisis Line
800.843.5200
www. youthcrisisline.org
Crisis phone counseling, information, and referrals for all problems ages 12-24. Bilingual when available. Can connect without charge to parent/guardian or other agency. Message relay service.
Childhelp USA, National Child Abuse Hotline
800.422.4453
www.childhelp.org/hotline
24 hours. Crisis intervention for child abuse, telephone, counseling and referrals. Anonymous and confidential.
Crisis Chat
1.800.273.TALK (8255)
crisischat.org
Online Chat service. If you can’t reach a chat specialist, call 1.800.273.TALK (8255) for emotional support.
Disaster and Earthquake Preparedness
213.974.1166
24 hour recording information on all disasters and earthquake information. Emergency supply kits.
Emergency Contraception Hotline
800-584.9911
ec.princeton.edu
Information about emergency contraception.
General On Set Safety Questions
Contact National Stunt and Safety Department at 323.549.6855 or a SAG-AFTRA Local office if you are concerned about your safety while working.
GLBT National Youth Talk Line
800.246.7743
www.glbtnationalhelpcenter.org
Offers free and confidential on-line peer- support chat. Also provides free and confidential telephone and internet online peer-counseling. Monday-Friday, 1 pm-9 pm; Saturday, 9 am-2 pm.
Homework Hotline
800.527.8839
teenlineonline.org/yyp/homework-hotline
Help with homework including English, Math, and other subjects. Open Year-round.
L.A. County Metropolitan Transportation (MTA)
323.466.3876
www.mta.net
24 hours public transportation, bus, train, schedule and fees.
L.A. Registrar/ Recorder
800.815.2666
www.lavote.net
Birth certificates, voter registration.
Marijuana Anonymous
800.766.6779
www.marijuana-anonymous.org
24 hour recorded information.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800.799.7233
www.thehotline.org
24 hour line. Provides information and referrals to support services nationwide. Online resources, advocates for victim rights.
National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)
800.931.2237
www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
Toll free hotline to connect all ages of people with support, information and referrals to treatment throughout the U.S.
National Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
800.662.4357
www.samhsa.gov
24 hours. Free Services. Hotline and chat. Information, referrals and support for drug and alcohol abuse and mental health issues.
National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline
24 hour hotline 866.331.9474
Poison Control Center
800.222.1222
Rape Treatment Center of UCLA Medical @ Santa Monica
310.319.4000
24 hour emergency care. Press 3 for Rape Center. A safe and anonymous way to get help after sexual assault. Information and resources, special sections for teens and students.
SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)
888.772.2521
www.spca.com
The Studio Teachers
24 hour hotline 818.559.9797
If you are having concerns or questions about your child’s welfare while working on set.
Suicide Prevention Center 24 hour Hotline
877.727.4747
www.suicidepreventioncenter.org
Hotline for support, referrals, information and prevention for all ages
Teen Line
800.582.8336
Los Angeles: 310.855.4673
www.teenlineonline.org
Free, confidential and anonymous teen to teen hotline open to every night 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm.
Trevor Line
866.488.7386
www.thetrevorproject.org
24 hour crisis line for LGBTQ youth under 25 years old. National referrals in all areas. Also, 800.850.8078.
Valley Trauma Counseling Center
818.886.0453
24 hour hotline. Crisis intervention and prevention. Sexual assault victims in San Fernando Valley and Santa Clarita.
Victims of Crime Resources Center
800.842.8467
www.1800victims.org
M-F 8am-6pm. Information regarding victims’ rights and what to expect while going through the court system. Confidential referrals for counseling. Free services.
Housing
Resources
The Actors Fund Housing Resource Center
www.actorsfund.org/hrc
Sign up for affordable housing email notifications, resources, housing board, eviction process and legal referrals.
Los Angeles Family Housing Corporation
818.982.4091
www.lafh.com
Westside Rentals
www.westsiderentals.com
You can perform free internet housing searches in the offices of The Actors Fund and avoid the monthly fee to look for housing. Call or email Chris Smith at Looking Ahead at 323.933.9244 ext. 422 or csmith@actorsfund.org.
Free First Time Home-buying Workshops
The Actors Fund
www.theactorsfund.org
Check the workshop calendar on our website or call 323.933.9244.
First Entertainment Credit Union
888.800.3328
www.firstent.org
Full service credit union that provides mortgages and refinancing.
NHS Homeownership Center
888.895.2647
www.nhslacounty.org
For resources on rental or mortgage assistance, please see Emergency Assistance section. For Housing resources around eviction or foreclosure please see the Legal Section
SAG-AFTRA Credit Union
818.562.3400 or 800.826.6946, toll free
www.aftrasagfcu.org
Full service credit union that provides mortgages and refinancing.
Risk of Homelessness
Beyond Shelter
818.896.5211
www.epath.org/site/PATHBeyondShelter/home.html
Los Angles Homeless Services Authority
213.225.6581
www.lahsa.org
LA Family Housing
818.982.4091
www.lafh.org
Fair Housing Council of the San Fernando Valley
818.373.1185
www.fhcsfv.org
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles- Section 8 Housing
San Fernando Valley Office
213.252.2500
www.hacla.org
The Section 8 Program provides housing assistance for low to very low income families. This waitlist for this program is currently closed.
Job Training and Education for Adults
Free and confidential conversations and support are offered at Looking Ahead. If you are a parent seeking employment, in transitions between jobs or seeking new job skills contact our Looking Ahead staff to explore your options. Click here to request a conversation: csmith@actorsfund.org
The Actors Fund Work Program
(AWP)
Looking Ahead parents are eligible to participate in The Actors Fund Work Program.
A comprehensive employment and training program that fosters resilience and self- reliance. This program offers groups that focus on resume writing, interview techniques, job seeking strategies, job development resources, free computer classes, career assessment, career panels and support. Contact Chris Smith, Looking Ahead supervisor for more information. csmith@actorsfund.org.
Work Source California Hollywood, Managed Care Solutions
323.953.4002
Work Source California Van Nuys- North Sherman Oaks
818.781.2522
Work Source California San Fernando Valley Area Chatsworth- Northridge
818.701.9800
Valley One Stop Career Center
818.712.2522
Los Angeles Pierce College
818.347.0551
www.piercecollege.edu
Los Angeles Valley College
818.947.2577
https://www.lavc.edu
Santa Monica College
310.434.4000
www.smc.edu
Van Nuys Community Adult School
818.778.6000
LA Works
www.laworks.com
Assists in finding volunteer work
Legal Support
Alliance for Children's Rights
213.368.6010
www.kids-alliance.org
Free Legal Services for lower income children and teens.
Bet Tzedek Legal Services
Legal appointments: 323.939.0506
Valley office: 818.769.0136
www.bettzedek.org
Bet Tzedek, which means The House of Justice, is a free legal service organization that provides assistance to individuals of all races, ethnicities, and religions. Offices are located in the Fairfax and Mid-Wilshire areas and in North Hollywood. They serve LA County, including the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys.
BizParentz Foundation
www.Bizparentz.org
Not for Profit organization. Get information about the Child Performer Protection Act, legal laws and regulations that protect your child.
California Lawyers for the Arts
Toll free 888.775.8995 or visit their site on Lawyer Referral Services page
www.calawyersforthearts.org
Not for profit organization that empowers the Arts community by providing education, representation and dispute resolution.
The Free Legal Advice Clinic at FAME Church
323.730.7750
www.famechurch.org/free_legal.html
This free legal clinic sponsored by UCLA Law School, Temple Isaiah, Public Counsel, and FAME Church of Los Angeles occurs every other Sunday from 10:00am-12:30pm. A one-time consultation on housing concerns is provided.
Housing Rights Center (HRC)
800.477.5977
www.hrc-la.org
HRC is a nonprofit organization that works to actively support and promote freedom of residence through advocacy, education, and litigation. Most housing rights questions can be answered through HRC. Legal assistance is given when appropriate.
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
800.399.4529
www.lafla.org
This organization provides emergency assistance with landlord-tenant issues. Also, the Eviction Defense Center will provide free legal assistance with some legal representation and help with filling out paperwork. Free counsel and representation, advocacy around unemployment benefits and other entitlements, family law, immigration and more. Check their website. They also provide Self Help Legal Access Centers.
Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA)
213.627.2727
www.lacba.org
LACBA offers free referrals to attorneys and free 30-minute consultation for individuals at all levels of income
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County
800.433.6251
www.nls-la.org
This organization, which has offices in Pacoima, El Monte, and Glendale offers free legal assistance to low-income individuals.
Parenting Helpful Links
Betsy Brown Braun
betsybrownbraun.com
Child Development and Behavior Specialist in Los Angeles. Parent Educator, Best Selling Author, local seminars. Author, blog, videos, resources, parenting workshops and consultation.
Children Now – Talking With Kids
childrennow.org/index.php/learn/talking_with_kids
Talking with kids about tough issues.
Empowering Parents
www.empoweringparents.com
Website with more articles, resources and blogs on all parenting issues.
Kids in the House
www.kidsinthehouse.com
The Ultimate Parenting Resource. Articles, blogs, resources, videos on pregnancy to parenting, adoption, schooling, special needs.
Lori Getz - Cyber Education Consultants
www.lorigetz.com
Lori is a mom, educator and Internet Safety advocate.
Teens Health from Nemours
www.teenshealth.org
Website with articles, question and answer sections, surveys, blogs on related medical and mental health topics.
Your Teenager
yourteenager.co.uk
Helping you understand your teenager.
