COVID-19 INFORMATION:

CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Services: “CDC works 24/7 to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.”

Main Site:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

LA County Department of Public Health

Services: “The Office of Communications and Public Affairs is dedicated to providing accurate and useful health information for consumers and external partners. The office serves as the department's primary liaison to the news media as a source of timely health information. The office also provides support for department program activities, legislative efforts, and relationship building with stakeholders.”

Main Site: http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/ 

LEARNING AT HOME:

Los Angeles Public Library

Services: Following Mayor Garcetti’s directive, we want to share the steps the library is taking to protect the health and safety of our patrons and staff while still providing essential library services:

• We have closed the Central Library and the 72 branch libraries until further notice.
• During this time, no late fines will be assessed for overdue items, and patrons can return materials when libraries reopen with no penalty.
• Librarians are available to provide assistance through the web-based service, Ask a Librarian.
• Our many digital services remain available 24/7 at lapl.org, including e-books and audiobooks; streaming TV, movie and music services; classes and digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines.
• We created and will continue to update this resource page in English and Spanish with information about the COVID-19 virus and how to keep you and your loved ones safe.

You can stay updated on the library here on our website and following our social media accounts @lapubliclibrary.

Main Site: https://www.lapl.org/

LA Public Library Online Learning Resources

Services: Interested in taking a class? Learning a new language? Taking a practice test? Click on the links below to get started! 

Main Site: https://www.lapl.org/collections-resources/online-learning 

LA Public Library E-Card Registration

Services: Live in Los Angeles but don’t have a library card? Good news: You can get immediate access to our digital collections without first having to visit a Los Angeles Public Library location through an e-card.

The e-card gives you immediate, unlimited, and free access to these online resources:

• e-Media: download or stream e-books, audiobooks, movies, documentary films, music, podcasts, newspapers, and magazines.
• Research & Homework: access newspaper archives, genealogy tools, professional magazines, and scholarly journals.
• Online Learning: enroll in an online course, learn a new language, take practice tests, or access Lynda.com.

Complete the online application below to gain instant access to these resources. You will instantly receive your e-­card number by e­mail.

For more information about the library's e-­card, read the FAQ.

Main Site: https://www.lapl.org/about-lapl/contact-us/e-card/e-card-registration 

LOS ANGELES COUNTY LIBRARY

Services: All LA County Library locations are closed until further notice. Due dates for borrowed materials will automatically be extended, no late fines will be assessed, and customers can return materials when the Library reopens. Customers can contact their local library Monday – Friday, 9 am – 6 pm for information, services, and resources during the closure.

Main Link: https://lacountylibrary.org/ 

FAMILY CENTERS:

Jeff Seymour Family Center

10900 Mulhall Street

El Monte CA, 91731

Email: jeffseymourfamilycenter@emcsd.org 

Phone: (626) 442-1354 

MENTAL HEALTH / COUNSELING:

El Monte Foothill Family Center

11429 Valley Boulevard El Monte, CA 91731

HOURS: Monday - Friday 8AM - 4:30PM 

Phone: (626) 993-3000 (intake department)

Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM - 4:30PM

Santa Anita Foothill Family Center

3629 Santa Anita Ave, Suite 201

El Monte, CA 91731

Phone: (626) 993-3000 (intake department)

Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

Services: Individual, family and group therapy for school aged children available at school, agency and community.  Groups include: Women’s domestic violence treatment (For Cal-Works recipients), children’s ADHD, social skills, teen, LGBTQ.  Early intervention and specialized therapy services for children 0-5.

English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese 

Fees: Sliding scale fee for individual adults. Counseling services are available for uninsured EMUHSD students through our contract with EMUHSD. Services for children with Medi-Cal are free.

Main site: www.foothillfamily.org 

ENKI Youth & Family Services                          

MEDICAL & HEALTH CARE SERVICES:

Cleaver Family Wellness Center

4368 Santa Anita Avenue

El Monte, CA 91731

Phone: (626) 579-2190 (For appoinments)

Clinic Hours:

Hours: Mon - Wed 9AM-5PM / Thursday 10AM-7PM

Dr. Ignacio De Artola M.D.

Medical Director

DRDARTOLA@CLEAVERCLINIC.ORG 

Monica Mada

Clinic Manager

MMADA@CLEAVERCLINIC.ORG 

(626) 579-2190 EXT. 121 

Services: Primary Care - Family Practice - Family Planning - Child Vaccines - English & Spanish

“The Cleaver Family Wellness Clinic provides low cost preventative care for all individuals.  Caring for our patients extends outside of the Clinic with access to health education programs.”

Main site: http://www.our-center.org/

Chap Care

455 W. Montana Street

Pasadena, CA 91103 - Corporate Office

 Phone: (626) 993-1221

 Hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday thru Friday in various locations

 Main Site: www.chapcare.org 

Services: Chapcare provides the community with health care options including medical, dental, behavior, and enrollment opportunities. ChapCare also advocates for families in need of healthcare and looks for ways to provide all families with a type of health care coverage. 

Fees: Varies

Area: San Gabriel Valley

East Valley Community Health Center

420 S. Glendora Ave. 

West Covina, CA 91790

Main Phone: (626)919-4333

Appointments: (626) 919-5724

Hours: Monday- Thursday 8AM - 8PM / Friday & Saturday 8AM - 4PM

Services: “East Valley Community Health Center accepts all individuals, including those with Medi-Cal and Medicare and insured and uninsured individuals. Many patients who visit our health centers qualify for programs that can completely cover the cost of their care. In addition, our team of health care enrollers can help potential patients apply for programs that can help ease the financial cost of their visit. To learn more, visit Health Coverage Assistance. Those who are uninsured and do not qualify for outside programs are provided a discount based on their family size and income level.” 

East Valley Community Health Center Pregnancy Help Center of San Gabriel Vally, Inc.

5626 North Rosemead Boulevard Temple City, CA. 91780

Phone: (800) 712-4357

Main Office: (626) 309-0788                            

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Contact: Jane Chavez-Director JaneChavez@pregnancyhelpsgv.org             

Services: Free pregnancy testing, medical referrals.  Free ultrasound for those who qualify. Free counseling before and after an abortion.  Adoption referral services.  Free Parenting classes, free baby supplies offered.  Everyone is welcome.  Bilingual staff is available in Spanish & Chinese.

Main Site: http://pregnancyhelpsgv.com/ 

Alta Med Medical & Dental Group

10418 Valley Boulevard Suite B El Monte, CA. 91731

Phone: (626) 453-8466

Hours: 8:00 am to 9:00 pm Monday, Wednesday & Friday; 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday  

Fees: Medicare, private insurance, low cost fee for people without insurance   

Services: Medical services such as: dental services (2nd floor), general practice, gynecology examinations, HIV testing, pap smears, pediatrics, pregnancy testing, TB testing, family planning and immunizations.  An adult must accompany minors.  Se habla Español.

Main Site: http://www.altamed.org/

FOOD BANKS / MEAL RESOURCES:

Our Saviour Center

4368 Santa Anita Ave.

El Monte, CA 91731

Hours: Tues & Thurs 10am- 1pm

Phone: (626) 579-2190

Email: info@our-center.org 

Contact: Diane Williams 

Family Resource Manager

DianeW@Our-Center.org 

NOTE: Two food pantries are actively serving food to our community four days each week. The Our Saviour Center food pantry is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. The Mountain View Family Center food pantry is open Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 10 a.m.

Main site: http://www.our-center.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saviourcenter 

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc.

San Juan Diego Community Services Center 

4171 North Tyler Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731 

Phone: (626) 575-7652

Hours: Food Pantry Open 9AM - 12PM Monday through Friday 

Contact: CSBG Rental and Utility Assistance via phone only; please call Martha Lopez at 626-575-7652 / CalFresh Application via phone only: please call Martha Lopez or Nancy Alcala at 626-575-7652

Services: The programs offered at San Gabriel Region’s community services’ centers include: emergency and basic needs assistance, such as food, clothing, temporary shelter through motel vouchers, transportation, specialized rental and utilities assistance programs for low-income families, and on-site assistance with application for CalFresh benefits.

CalFresh

Services: CalFresh is California's food stamps (SNAP) program. Apply to get up to $194 a month per household member on an EBT card. “CalFresh is for low-income individuals and families. These individuals may qualify if their household’s gross monthly income is below the Federal Income Eligibility guidelines.”

Main site: https://www.getcalfresh.org/?source=dssfood 

HOUSING/SHELTER ASSISTANCE:

Homeless Family Motel Voucher Program

(Our Saviour Center)

Services: “This program provides emergency shelter for families for up to 7 days in a local motel.”

Contact: Diane Williams, Family Resource Manager DianeW@Our-Center.org 

Main site: http://www.our-center.org/

Volunteers of America

4501 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731

Phone: (626) 442-4357 

Hours: 9AM-5PM Mon-Fri

Services: Available to residents within the San Gabriel Valley. Provides shelter information, motel vouchers, and rental assistance programs. Must call to start a case and determine eligibility.

Fees: Free

Main site: https://voala.org/ 

Foothill Unity Center, Inc.

Phone: MONROVIA: 626-358-3486 | PASADENA: 626-584-7420

Services: Serving San Gabriel Valley Foothill communities. Foothill Unity Center is a place of real hope and possibilities for people in crisis throughout the San Gabriel Valley-offering food, temporary shelter, case management, transportation, referrals and a variety of health services for low-income and homeless people in eleven communities in Los Angeles County.

Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs

Servcies: Rent Stabilization County of Los Angeles. Eviction Moratorium/ Rent Freeze, Rent Relief, Rent Resolution, Avoiding Foreclosure, Ordinance Details, Renters, Property Owners, Mobilehomes, Hearing Info. *Access News and Updates for Renters and Landlords. 

Phone: Call for free help (833) 223-Rent (7368)

Main Site: https://dcba.lacounty.gov/rentstabilization/# 

COMMUNITY & REFFERAL RESOURCES:

211 LA

Services: 211 LA (or 211 LA County) is the hub for community members and community organizations looking for all types of health, human, and social services in Los Angeles County.  

• We provide information and referrals to the services that best meet individual needs, through our 24 hour 2-1-1 call line, or through our website and chat.
• Our online community calendar connects people to local events that offer services and community connections.
• Our special programs provide outreach and education, service navigation, or care coordination to assist people with accessing and obtaining services.
• Our technology services allow community organizations to refer, track, and collaborate on their clients' care.
• We maintain and update Los Angeles County's official comprehensive database of over 50,000 health and human servicez

211 is a telephone information and referral service linking residents of Los Angeles County with local services and resources. It is TOLL FREE and confidential. It is a 24-hour service with operators who speak many different languages

When you call, an information specialist will answer questions, provide information and referrals in areas that include:

• Housing
• Services for Seniors & Elder Adults
• Food & Food Banks
• Domestic Violence
• Transportation
• Health Care
• Mental Health & Counseling
• Crisis Services
• Alcohol & Drug Addiction
• Income & Employment
• Legal Assistance
• LGBTQ
• Information on coronavirus: symptoms, spread, disinfecting
• Questions about the Safer At Home Health Order
• Guidance for Empoyers, Businesses, Workers, Medical Professionals and Service Providers
• Referrals to sign up for health insurance or find a clinic, if you don't already have a medical provider
• Referrals to food pantries, food distribution sites/programs, or CalFresh food benefits, if you are struggling financially to purchase food
• Shelter referrals, motel vouchers for homeless families only, and evictiona moratorium information
• Information on County Services
• Referrals to health, human, and social services and support - please note service hours and delivery is changing rapidly
• Reporting an act of hate or bullying motivated by country of origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation

 Main Site:http://www.211la.org

 First 5 LA COVID-19 Alerts & Resources

Services: “Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, First 5 LA will be gathering information and sharing resources to help partners, parents and L.A. County residents impacted by the crisis.”

Main Site: https://www.first5la.org/covid-19-general-resources-alerts/ 

County of Los Angeles

Services: Updates on COVID-19, openings, curfews for residents of the County of Los Angeles. Offers links and information to services throughout Los Angeles County, all searchable by zip code.

Main Site: https://lacounty.gov/