As the Palisades and Eaton fires continue to burn in Los Angeles County, government agencies and nonprofits are offering resources and aid to residents whose homes have been damaged or destroyed, as well as to those who have been ordered to evacuate.
From adult clothing to baby supplies to information on filing disaster relief claims, below is a list of services available to those impacted by the wildfires.
Access Pediatric
The telehealth company is providing free pediatric appointments for those seeking answers about the current and long-term effects that poor air quality from the fires may have on their children. Those impacted can visit accesspediatric.com to book an appointment.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Two disaster resource centers have been opened by FEMA to help. The locations are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily at UCLA Research Park West, 10850 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, and at Pasadena City College Community Education Center, 3035 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena. Those affected can find help applying for federal aid payments of $770, learn the status of their application, and learn about the appeals process. Applications can also be filled out online at DisasterAssistance.gov.
Free People Shop
The clothing store is offering new clothing, shoes and body care supplies from its stores and partner brands from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday through Monday, Jan. 18-20, at the Santa Monica location at 1720 Euclid St.
WeWork
The shared workspace company is offering workspace to those affected by using the code CAFIRERELIEF when booking a WeWork ON DEMAND desk during business hours on the app. The code can be used as many times as needed.
Jewish Family Service LA
The SOVA Community Food & Resource Program is providing groceries, essential personal care items and connections to additional resources for individuals and families. SOVA offers kosher options. Seniors can visit one of JFSLA’s 13 centers for free hot meals. Information: jfsla.org/fire-assistance; 877-275-4537 or email services@jfsla.org.
Best Friends Animal Society
Pet supplies, including pet beds, pet food and cat litter, are provided at two of the organization’s locations: Best Friends Pet Adoption Center, 1845 Pontius Ave. in Los Angeles and Best Friends Clinic, 17411 Chatsworth St., Suite 100 in Granada Hills. Both locations are open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For more information, visit bestfriends.org.
FIGS
The healthcare-based company is providing scrubs for healthcare workers affected as well as helping with the costs of childcare and providing meals. Those interested can email HereforLA@wearfigs.com for assistance.
Babyletto
Cribs are being donated to families in need by the nursery furniture brand. Those in need can email info@babyletto.com to request a crib and arrange pick-up at the brand’s warehouse in Pico Rivera.
Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
The office is providing replacement of vital records, real estate/property records and business filing/registration records at no cost to those impacted by recent wildfires. To access the service, visit a resource center or an RR/CC office, call 800-201-8999 (select Option 1, then Option 2), or email RRCCFireAssistance@rrcc.lacounty.gov.
National Council of Jewish Women, Los Angeles (NCJW|LA)
Free gift cards for local thrift shops run by the group are available for those who need them. To access this resource, contact NCJW|LA’s Supportive Services Manager, Selene Lopez, and Intake Coordinator, Maria Preciado, at info@ncjwla.org.
Mercy Chefs
Free meals are being provided to those in need, and first responders at the following locations and times daily:
- Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3740 E. Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena from 5-7 p.m.
- Church of God of the Prophecy, 101 E. Claremont St., Pasadena, noon to 2 p.m.
- Iglesias El Nuevo, 600 S. Broadway 1B, Los Angeles, noon to 1:30 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.
- Zoe Church LA, located at 5206 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, noon to 2 p.m.
Red Cross
The Red Cross has mobilized to provide food, shelter and assistance in accessing clothing, personal products and more for residents impacted. Several 24-hour shelter options are open throughout Los Angeles County:
- Ritchie Valens Recreation Center, 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima.
- Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks Recreation Center, 14201 Houston St., Sherman Oaks.
- Westwood Recreation Center, 1350 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
- Stoner Recreation Center, 1835 Stoner Ave., Los Angeles.
- Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Exhibition Hall, 300 E. Green St., Pasadena.
- Pomona Fairplex (Gate 3), 601 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona.
This is a developing story. More information will be added as it becomes available.