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General Resources

Because your mental health is more than just treatment, you’ll also find resources below to support other areas of your life.

 

This section provides state and county-based mental health resources to help you connect with support services in your local community.

​For medical emergencies or active suicidal ideations: 

Please call 911, or go to the nearest  emergency room.

Housing Resources 

CalWORKs 
(916) 651-5155

California Residents

Helps families who are experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in obtaining permanent housing and can provide temporary shelter, help with moving costs, short to medium-term rental subsidies, and wraparound case management.

OC Housing and Supportive Services
(714) 796-0200

Orange Residents

 Emergency Housing, Permanent 
Supportive Housing, Board & Care

LA Housing Department
(866) 557-7368

LA County Residents

Affordable housing, Accessible housing programs, Homeless services, Assistance with minor home repairs ​​

Section 8 Voucher Program

OC & LA County Residents 

Rental assistance voucher program --- Look up on google by "City Name + Section 8"

Harbor Care Center
(818) 925-1451

OC & LA County Residents

Provides short-term  residential care for homeless individuals who are recovering from illness or injury whose  condition would be worsened by living on the  streets. (**requires provider referral)

Long Beach Multi Service Center 
 

LA County Residents

One-stop shop for 
most services people experiencing homelessness need to get back on their feet : case management and housing services to vital records, mail, medical  services and showers is available at the MSC!

Orange County Rescue Mission 

Orange County Residents

Multiple housing campuses for those who are experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness. Men, Women, Teens, & Families.

SPIN
(714) 751-1101

Orange County Residents

For families that have experienced homelessness for 120 days or less and who are not currently prioritized for HUD-funded services, addressing a critical gap in the system.

Thomas House Shelter
(714) 554-0357

Orange County Residents

Transitional shelter for families - support for families until they are able to transition to stable, permanent housing.  

211

OC & LA County Residents 

General assistance line - can refer to housing programs available!

Friendship Center
(949) 494-6928

Orange County Residents 

South Orange County:  services including outreach, shelter, housing navigation, financial assistance, and permanent housing with supportive services.​​​​

CalAIM through
Medi-Cal 
(800) 430-4263

 

OC & LA County Residents

Services include: transitional rent, housing navigation, housing deposits, post-hospitalization housing, respite housing, and more!

Food Resources

Project Food Box

OC & LA County Residents

Delivers weekly boxes of high-quality food and fresh produce, at no cost to those that qualify. For MEDICAID members.

Mom's Meals

OC & LA County Residents

Delivers boxes of high-quality food and fresh produce, at no cost to those that qualify. For MEDICAID members.

Abrazar INC Pantry
(714) 893-3581

Orange County Residents

Westminster food distribution:  1st & 3rd Thursday of every month, 10:00am – 4:00pm

CalFresh

OC & LA County Residents 

CalFresh is California’s SNAP program. It helps people buy groceries. Eligibility based on income, expenses, and household size. 

Help Me Help You
(562) 612-5001

LA County Residents 

Long beach food distributions: multiple sites/days

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OC & LA County Residents

General assistance line - can refer to housing programs available!

General Resources

Health Insurance Basics

Informational Resource

Explains key health insurance concepts that may be helpful to consumers in understanding their health coverage

CalOptima Rideshare for Appointments

Transportation Resource

For members who do not have transportation to access services. To be used to obtain medically necessary Medi-Cal covered services, such as doctor’s appointments, prescription pick-up, therapy appointment, etc.

LA Care Rideshare for Appointments 

Transportation Resource

Your benefits include getting a ride to your appointments when the appointment is for a Medi-Cal covered service and you do not have any access to transportation.​​

Prior Authorization Basics 

Informational Resource

Prior Authorization: What It Is, When It’s Used, and Your Options

Department of Rehabilitation

Career Resource

Helps people with disabilities explore career options, set employment goals, and build a personalized plan to reach them. They provide counseling, job training, resume and interview support, and help connecting with employers.

Applying for Medi-Cal
 

Insurance Resource

Provides free or low-cost health care to people who qualify. It can help pay for doctor visits, hospital care, immunization (vaccines), pregnancy-related services, nursing home care, and other services.

Youth Resources

Soluna App

Teens & Young Adults

Free wellbeing app for teens and young adults. 

BrightLife Kids

Ages 0 to 12 

Personalized support for California families. Free, expert coaching for sleep issues, worry, social skills, and more.

LA COUNTY - Our Spot

Ages 12 to 18

Free, year-round after-school teen program offered by LA County Parks. Offers teens a place to hang out, learn, lead, and explore new opportunities in a supportive, non-judgmental space.

OCTA Youth Ride Free Program

Ages 6 to 18

The Youth Ride Free program provides youth aged 6 to 18 with free travel on safe, clean and reliable buses

Metro Bus' GoPass 

K - College Students

Students at participating K-12, Adult Schools and Community Colleges can enjoy the freedom of going anywhere, anytime for FREE on Metro buses and trains.

"Your mental health is a priority. Don't hesitate to seek help and start your journey towards healing and growth."

Progeny Psychiatric Clinic

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