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LA 4 Seniors

www.la4seniors.com

This public-service web site was created to support the goals of the L.A. Metro Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) for Consultation on Elders at Risk.

City of Los Angeles Department of Aging (LADOA)

aging.lacity.org

(213) 482-7252

Provides community based services to seniors and their caregivers to ensure the highest quality of life as possible and remain in the community.

Bet Tzedek Legal Services

www.bettzedek.org

(323) 939-0506

A 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that provides free, expert legal advice and representation to low-income residents of Los Angeles

Bet Tzedek Transitions Project

www.bettzedektransitionsproject.org

(323) 549-5828

An innovative initiative to provide holistic and coordinated services for aging adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their family caregivers in Los Angeles County

Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP)

cahealthadvocates.org

(213) 383-4519

Provides free and objective information and counseling about Medicare.

Braille Institute

www.brailleinstitute.org

(323) 663-1111

A non-profit organization whose mission is to eliminate barriers to a fulfilling life caused by blindness and severe sight loss.

Network of Care (NOC)

www.losangeles.networkofcare.org

A comprehensive, internet-based resource for elderly and people with disabilities, as well as their caregivers and service providers.

LA Foundation on Aging (LAFA)

givelafa.org

(213) 482-7252

The mission of LAFA is to improve the quality of life for older adults and their families in the City of Los Angeles by improving upon and expanding existing services, and supporting new and innovative programs.

Ombudsman

www.wiseandhealthyaging.org

(310) 394-9871

A program that is a state and federally mandated program that identifies and investigates complaints made by or on behalf of residents in long-term care facilities, including: skilled nursing and assisted living

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

aging.lacity.org

(213) 482-7252

Provides an opportunity for unemployed seniors to return to the competitive job market through work experience and job training programs

Handyworker Program

lahd.lacity.org

Provides free minor home repairs for low-income seniors and disabled persons who own and occupy a single family home in the City of Los Angeles.

Cityride

www.ladottransit.com

Local area code plus: 808-RIDE (808-7433)

A transportation assistance program for individuals age 65 or older and qualified disabled persons in the City of Los Angeles and select areas of Los Angeles County.

Community and Senior Services (CSS)

css.lacounty.gov

(213) 738-2600

Investigates abuse claims against the senior and disabled population, and provides nutrition and other life-enhancing services to seniors.

Gay & Lesbian Elder Housing (GLEH)

gleh.org

(323) 957-7200

The mission is to improve the life experience of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender seniors by developing affordable housing, providing comprehensive care, and ensuring, through advocacy and education, a brighter future for the LGBT elder community.

American Parkinson Disease Association Los Angeles Chapter

parkinsonla.org

(310) 486-0153

Organize support groups, provide education, fundraise, work with volunteers and most importantly bringing together people with Parkinson’s, loved ones and caregivers to let them know that they are not alone

Single Mothers Outreach of Santa Clarita

singlemothersoutreach.org

661-288-0117

Social services including child care

Sacramento’s Directory of Community Services

onefatherslove.com

916-514-6333

Free child care and subsidized assistance

Human Services Agency of San Francisco

sfhsa.org

415-557-5000

Child Care Resources and Subsidy Programs

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