Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Organizations that offer information and/or rehabilitation services. Consult your doctor about specialized referrals.
Al-Anon Family Groups, Inc.
4936 Lankershim Boulevard
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 760-7122
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 10 and older
Donation based fee structure
Assists anyone whose life has been affected by someone else’s drinking or sobriety.
Provides meeting place directories; literature; support groups; panel discussions in hospitals and institutions.
Al-Anon Family Groups, Inc.
Alateen and Preteen
4936 Lankershim Boulevard
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 760-7122
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 21 and under for Alateen
Ages 7-12 for Preteen
Donation based fee structure
Assists anyone whose life has been affected by someone else’s drinking or sobriety.
Provides meeting place directories; literature; support groups; panel discussions in hospitals and institutions.
Alcohol/Drug Council - West Area, Inc.
1424 4th Street, Suite 205
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 451-5881
Fax: (310) 576-0945
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 18 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Provides information and referral, educational presentations, life skills and recovery workshops. Offers support and evaluations for substance abuse (alcohol and drugs), family members, technical and employee assistance.
Alcoholics Anonymous
2365 Westwood Boulevard, Suite 22
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 474-7105
24-hour hotline: (310) 474-7339
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
English, Spanish (can provide others)
All ages
Donation based fee structure
Provides support groups for persons with drinking or sobriety problems.
Clare Foundation
1871 9th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 314-6200
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 18 and older
Variable fee structure
Offers 14 programs including drug rehabilitation, outpatient treatment, detoxification, and men’s and coed rehabilitation.
Care Giver Services Agencies that offer information to families caring for an elderly person.
Alzheimer’s Association of Los Angeles
5900 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1710
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(800) 660-1993
Fax: (323) 938-1036
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages except children
Free
Offers patients and families services to aid persons with dementia and their caregivers.
American Cancer Society
5731 W. Slauson Avenue, Suite 200
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 348-0356
Fax: (310) 645-1428
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Offers information and guidance, breast and prostate support groups, referrals to community organizations, transportation, a one-to-one volunteer visitor program, image enhancement programs, and information on cancer: treatment, prevention and detection.
Center for Healthy Aging
2125 Arizona Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Ken Edwards Center
1527 4th Street, Suite 200
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 576-2550
Fax: (310) 576-2499
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Open to persons of any age who are in a caregiver role.
Offers individual and/or group counseling, as well as information and referrals regarding caregiving concerns. Services at both sites.
Children of Aging Parents
15600 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(310) 476-9777, ext. 215
Fax: (310) 472-2374
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 30 and older
Set fee
Offers self-help support groups for caregivers.
Elderlink: A Free Senior Referral Service
P.O. Box 5202
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 450-1888
(800) 613-5777
Fax: (310) 396-5785
www.Elderlink.org
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
English
Ages 60 and older
Free
Serves seniors and their families who need information on retirement facilities, assisted living, board and care, skilled nursing, Alzheimer’s and other dementias. This licensed organization inspects and evaluates all facilities.
Gateways Westside Geriatric Center
2515 Wilshire Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 998-5500
Fax: (310) 998-5506
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
English, Russian
Ages 65 and older
Set fee
Medicare accepted
Geriatric outpatient mental health center with full time psychiatrist and licensed therapy staff. Services include outpatient psychiatric evaluation and treatment; individual, group and family therapy; consultation to families and the community.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089
(213) 740-8711
(800) 540-4442
Fax: (213) 740-1871
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 18 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Provides information and referral, family consultation, respite funding, support groups and counseling to assist caregivers for cognitively impaired adults. Provides workshops and training sessions for community professionals and caregivers.
Never Give Up, Inc.
4288 Lincoln Boulevard
(2nd floor elevator in Marina Center Tower)
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 306-5526
6 days, 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (closed Tuesdays)
English
All ages
Set fee
Independent living store with products that assist caregivers in taking care of an ill or disabled loved one. Educational and inspirational reading materials and rental videos on caregiving topics. Community information and referral table.
Stroke Association of Southern California
2001 S. Barrington Avenue, Suite 308
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 575-1699
Fax: (310) 575-1696
Monday – Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
English
All ages
Free
Offers information and referral, telephone helpline, support groups, home/hospital visitation program, educational literature and stroke activity classes.
WISE Senior Services
Caregiver In-Home Respite
1527 4th Street, Suite 250
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-9871
Fax: (310) 394-7152
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 60 and older
Donation based fee structure
Individuals 60+ whose families/friends are caregivers and require assistance with activities of daily living are eligible. Must reside in one of the following zip code areas: 90401, 90402, 90403, 90404, 90405, 90272, 90291, 90292, or 90066.
Assists families to maintain loved ones at home through regular but intermittent use of a qualified respite aide. Care Management is a component of this service.
Care Managers Organizations that assist seniors locate and access services. In addition to the organizations listed below, many private care managers exist. Contact your local hospital geriatric social worker or your community senior center for other referrals.
Felicia Mahood Senior Multipurpose Center
11338 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 479-4119
Fax: (310) 231-0160
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 50 and older
Donation based fee structure
Offers information and assistance to seniors to help maintain healthy living and to keep seniors safely in their homes as long as possible; assessments for case management.
Filipino American Service Groups, Inc. (FASGI)
Case Management
135 N. Park View Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 487-9804
Fax: (213) 487-9806
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
English, Tagalog, Ilokano, Visayan
All ages, primarily 50 and older
Free
Primarily for low-income individuals; also serves those with language and culture issues.
Provides older adults with needs assessment, assistance with resources within and outside FASGI, referrals for free legal services with bilingual capability. Seniors and veterans supported with benefits, immigration and naturalization advocacy.
Freda Mohr Multipurpose Senior Center
Senior Outreach Services
330 N. Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 937-6275
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Yiddish, Farsi, Russian, Spanish
Ages 60 and older
Set fee
Offers fee-for-service care management services, including assessments, coordination of services, counseling, crisis assistance, monitoring and advocacy.
Jewish Family Service of Santa Monica
S.A.F.E. Program
1424 4th Street, Suite 303
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-4544
Fax: (310) 395-0434
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Spanish, Hebrew, Russian, Yiddish
Ages 60 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Professional social workers provide care management services for older adults; in-home assessments; care plans and family consultations. Offers extensive information and referral, friendly visitor program.
UCLA Care Management Associates
200 UCLA Medical Plaza, Suite 131
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(323) 936-7686
Fax: (323) 857-1827
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
English
All ages
Set fee
Fee-for-service program providing in-home assessments, linkage to community resources and ongoing monitoring of older adults.
West Hollywood Comprehensive Service Center
7377 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 851-8202
Fax: (323) 876-6140
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish
Ages 55 and older, or disabled individuals
Free
West Hollywood residents only.
Westside Center for Independent Living
12901 Venice Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 390-3611
Fax: (310) 390-4906
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 18 and older
Variable fee structure
Disabled individuals or seniors needing care management, information and referral, or in-home personal assistance are eligible.
Offers benefits advocacy, employment services, personal assistance, assistance in home access and development of independent living skills, information and referral, care management, peer counseling and support programs, roommate registry and more.
WISE Senior Services
Care Management
1527 4th Street, Suite 250
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-9871
Fax: (310) 394-7152
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 60 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Santa Monica residents only.
Offers professional assessment/services to help seniors live as independently as possible in the community; limited in-home services; resource information available by telephone; assistance in elder abuse incidents.
WRAP Agency
8616 La Tijera Boulevard, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-1550
Fax: (310) 337-2805
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
English, Cambodian, Chinese, Fijian, Japanese, Korean, Tagalog, Taiwanese, Tongan, Vietnamese
All ages
Variable fee structure
Medi-Cal accepted
Conducts intake and assessment to determine individual needs and appropriate services. Services may include: individual, group or family counseling; care management; translation and/or advocacy.
Counseling Organizations that refer to or provide counseling services. Check with your insurance carrier or the agency regarding payment for services.
Airport Marina Counseling Service
7891 La Tijera Boulevard
Westchester, CA 90045
(310) 670-1410
Fax: (310) 670-0919
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
English, Spanish, Hebrew, Italian, Portuguese
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Provides individual, group, and family therapy; crisis intervention; psychiatric consultation (including medication prescription and monitoring); caregivers support group.
Antioch University Counseling Center
13274 Fiji Way, Suite 420
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 574-2813
Fax: (310) 822-4824
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish, Farsi
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Offers outpatient counseling for individuals, couples and families; short- and long-term counseling; crisis counseling; group therapy, including a Life Transitions group.
Benjamin Rush Center
4760 S. Sepulveda Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 390-8896
Fax: (310) 398-5690
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (phone hours, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
English, Spanish
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Offers crisis intervention counseling services, 4 - 6 sessions.
Center for Healthy Aging
Peer Counseling
2125 Arizona Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Ken Edwards Center
1527 4th Street, Suite 200
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 576-2550
Fax: (310) 576-2499
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
55 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Offers individual and group counseling for adults 55 and older. Those in a caregiver role may receive counseling even if they are younger than 55. Services at both sites.
Center for the Widowed (Temple Isaiah)
Spousal Bereavement Group
10345 W. Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 277-2772
One daytime group per week
English
Ages 50 and older
Set fee
Individuals over 50 who have lost spouses within the last year are eligible.
A spousal bereavement group that meets once a week during the early afternoon.
Didi Hirsch Community Mental Health Center
Didi Hirsch Older Adult Division
4760 S. Sepulveda Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 390-6612
Fax: (310) 398-5690
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Comprehensive outpatient mental health services for older adults including individual and group therapy, geriatric psychiatry, case management, adult day care, community education and training.
Family Service of Santa Monica
1533 Euclid Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 451-9747
Fax: (310) 451-6106
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Offers counseling and therapy services.
Gateways Westside Geriatric Center
2515 Wilshire Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 998-5500
Fax: (310) 998-5506
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
English, Russian
Ages 65 and older
Set fee
Medicare accepted
Geriatric outpatient mental health center with full time psychiatrist and licensed therapy staff. Services include outpatient psychiatric evaluation and treatment; individual, group and family therapy; consultation to families and the community.
Geriatric Assessment Program
UCLA - Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Geriatric Psychiatry Division
760 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 825-8441
Fax: (310) 794-9011
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 60 and older
Set fee
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, treatment of older adults suffering from psychiatric illnesses and other problems such as depression, insomnia, memory loss and paranoia. Individual psychotherapy, medication management, neuropsychological testing.
Geriatric Day Treatment Service
UCLA - Neuropsychiatric Hospital,
Geriatric Psychiatry Division
760 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 825-8441
Fax: (310) 794-9011
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 60 and older
Set fee
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Unable to accept wheelchair dependent, incontinent, or severely cognitively impaired patients.
Provides structured support in group therapy program, meets Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:00 am - 2:00 p.m. Groups focus on coping skills, assertion training, group therapy and goal setting; led by an interdisciplinary staff of mental health professionals.
Maple Counseling Center
9107 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 271-9999
Fax: (310) 247-4910
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
English
Ages 62 and older
Variable fee structure
Provides individual and group counseling services, in-home counseling for homebound Beverly Hills residents.
Open Paths Counseling Center
12655 W. Washington Boulevard, Suite 101
Culver City, CA 90066
(310) 398-7877
Fax: (310) 397-6346
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Provides mental health counseling for adults, children, couples and families; anger management classes for batterers.
OPICA Adult Day Services and Counseling Center
11759 Missouri Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 478-0226
Fax: (310) 478-2026
Monday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
English
Adults only
Sliding scale fee structure
Provides support groups; private therapy for those involved in the care of persons with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementia; informational seminars and other services for any individual, family or couple with issues of aging.
Southern California Counseling Center
5615 W. Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 937-1344
Fax: (323) 937-3487
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
English
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Offers individual, couple, family and group counseling, including a senior’s group, "Growing Old Is Not For Sissies." Anger management program also available.
Southern California Psychiatric Society
2999 Overland Avenue, Suite 116
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 815-3650
Fax: (310) 815-3653
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
All ages
Free; sliding scale fee structure
Medicare accepted
Provides the names of up to three psychiatrists per phone call with regards to geography and area of special interest.
The Wellness Community
West Los Angeles
2716 Ocean Park Boulevard, Suite 1040
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 314-2555
Fax: (310) 314-7586
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday hours vary depending on times of workshops
English
Adults only
Free
Individuals with cancer and their families or primary caregiver are eligible.
Provides psychological and emotional support to people with cancer and their families. Ongoing support groups, drop-in groups, lectures, workshops, including a wide variety of stress-reduction programs such as meditation, relaxation and visualization.
West Hollywood Comprehensive Service Center
7377 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 851-8202
Fax: (323) 876-6140
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish
Ages 55 and older, or disabled individuals
Free
West Hollywood residents only.
WRAP Agency
8616 La Tijera Boulevard, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-1550
Fax: (310) 337-2805
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
English, Cambodian, Chinese, Fijian, Japanese, Korean, Tagalog, Taiwanese, Tongan, Vietnamese
All ages
Variable fee structure
Medi-Cal accepted
Conducts intake and assessment to determine individual needs and appropriate services. Services include individual, group, or family counseling; care management; translation and/or advocacy.
Wright Institute Los Angeles
9911 W. Pico Boulevard, Suite 720
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(310) 277-2796
Fax: (310) 277-8903
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Adults only
Sliding scale fee structure
Offers open-ended psychotherapy, both exploratory and supportive therapy, depending on the needs of the client.
Crime Prevention & Victim Assistance Agencies that provide crime prevention education and/or services to victims of crime.
City of Santa Monica Police Department
Elder Abuse Investigations, Office of Criminal Investigations
1685 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-8928
Fax: (310) 393-5051
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 18 and older
Free
Investigates to determine criminal activity relative to penal code section 368; reports are initiated by Police Department or Adult Protective Services. For all elder abuse incidents within the jurisdiction of Santa Monica Police Department.
Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles
Home Secure Program
330 N. Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 937-5855
Fax: (323) 857-1872
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Spanish, Russian, Yiddish
All ages
Free
Low income individuals are eligible.
Home safety and security services for individuals wishing to live independently in the residence of their choice for as long as possible. Includes bathroom grab bars, door and window locks, peepholes to identify visitors, and other assistive devices.
Maple Counseling Center
Crisis Response Team
9107 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 247-4900, ext. 214
Fax: (310) 247-4910
7 days, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
English
All ages
Free
Beverly Hills and West Hollywood residents only.
On-call staff of professional and volunteer counselors respond to victims of critical trauma incidents such as assault, robbery, traffic accidents, fires and deaths. Offers support, referrals, education and assistance in coping with impact of trauma.
Victims of Crime Resource Center
Victims of Crime
3200 5th Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95817
(800) VICTIMS
(800) 842-8467
Fax: (916) 739-7066
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Answering machine, 24 hours
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Provides compensation for medical expenses, counseling, wage loss, funeral/burial expenses, and referrals to services within the victim’s county.
Day CareSupervised on-site activities for frail elderly persons. May include hot lunch and transportation.
Didi Hirsch Community Mental Health Center
Didi Hirsch Older Adult Day Services
4760 S. Sepulveda Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 390-6612
Fax: (310) 398-5690
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Offers on-site respite care three half-days each week. Activities designed by a psychologist to enhance cognitive and memory functioning, maximize motor skills and improve psychosocial functioning. Individualized program goals, high staff/client ratio, and fun!
Jewish Family Service / Partners Adult Day Health Care Center
Partners Russian Alzheimer Program
7362 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 883-0330
Fax: (323) 883-0344
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Spanish, Russian, Yiddish, French, Farsi
18 and older, primarily elderly and disabled individuals
Medi-Cal accepted
Participants must have ability to ambulate, diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s, eligibility for Medi-Cal, meet medical criteria.
Provides nursing; social work; physical, occupational and speech therapy; motivational services and recreational activities. Offers "social day care program" with set fee to clients who do not require therapy.
Korean Adult Day Health Care Center
Adult Day Health Care (ADHC)
939 S. Western Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 373-1088
Fax: (323) 373-1080
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English, Korean
19 and older, primarily 60 and older
Set fee
Medi-Cal accepted
Physically or emotionally disabled individuals who need long-term care are eligible.
Provides therapy and nursing care for those who need special care during the day. Services include social work, recreational activities, physical and occupational therapy.
OPICA Adult Day Services and Counseling Center
Adult Day Care
11759 Missouri Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 478-0226
Fax: (310) 478-2026
Monday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
English
Adults only
Sliding scale fee structure
Continent, ambulatory, non-combative individuals only.
Provides therapeutic program for persons with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, stroke or depression.
Westside Jewish Community Center
Adult Day Care
5870 W. Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 938-2531
Fax: (323) 954-9175
Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, 12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
English, Russian
All ages
Set fee
Non-wandering individuals, able to manage incontinence or come with companion.
Provides activities and hot kosher meal three days a week. Provides transportation within a certain area.
WISE Senior Services
Adult Day Care/Olive Stone Program
1401 Olympic Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 392-3077
Fax: (310) 392-5356
Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 18 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Offers mental and physical stimulation in the form of exercise, dancing, entertainment, guest lectures, gardening and outings. Serves Parkinson’s, stroke and other clients with impaired mobility. Helps arrange transportation.
WISE Senior Services
Adult Day Care/Wise Care Program
1401 Olympic Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 392-3077
Fax: (310) 392-5356
Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 18 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Clients must have Alzheimer’s or other dementia.
Offers art therapy, memory games, exercises, music, outings and entertainment. Helps arrange transportation.
Disability Services Organizations that assist persons with disabilities in leading independent lives. See also "Transportation."
Braille Institute of America, Inc.
741 N. Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 663-1111
(800) BRAILLE for information and referrals to services
Fax: (323) 663-0867
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
All ages
Free
Individuals with visual impairment are eligible.
Offers devices to maximize remaining vision, talking-book records, cassettes, Braille books, large-print materials, 200+ instructional courses, counseling, adult recreation programs, transportation information, employment services, volunteer opportunities.
Center for the Partially Sighted
12301 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 458-3501
Fax: (310) 458-8179
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish (others available)
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Provides optometric evaluations, prescription of devices to maximize remaining sight, counseling, rehabilitation services, orientation and mobility training.
City Ride
P.O. Box 866003
Los Angeles, CA 90086
(310) 808-7433
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
English
65 and older, or individuals with mobility impairments
Sliding scale fee structure
Transportation service for Los Angeles residents. Los Angeles Department of Transportation provides paratransit and shared taxicab rides, MTA bus passes and private lift van service.
Computer Access Center
6234 W. 87th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-1597
Fax: (310) 338-9318
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Thursday until 6:00 p.m.)
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Seniors and individuals with a disability are eligible.
Teaches seniors or disabled individuals about computer technology: how to use computers and what to use them for. Alternative ways of accessing computer available.
Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program
California Telephone Equipment Loan Program
505 14th Street, #400
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 874-1410
Fax: (510) 287-2911
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish, American Sign Language
All ages
Free
Applicants must have signature of certifying agent (for example: physician, audiologist, rehabilitation counselor).
Offers free telephone equipment and services for California residents with functional limitations of hearing, vision, speech, mobility and cognition.
Greater Los Angeles Council on Deafness, Inc.
GLAD
2222 Laverna Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 478-8000
Fax: (323) 550-4205
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish, American Sign Language, Signing Exact English
All ages
Free
Dedicated to improving the quality of life of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in areas of health, employment and human services.
Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles
Home Secure Program
330 N. Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 937-5855
Fax: (323) 857-1872
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Spanish, Russian, Yiddish
All ages
Free
Eligibility requires residency within program’s funded service area and low income status.
Home safety and security services for individuals wishing to live independently in the residence of their choice for as long as possible. Includes bathroom grab bars, door and window locks, peepholes to identify visitors, and other assistive devices.
Los Angeles County Commission on Disabilities
500 W. Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 974-1053
Fax: (213) 633-5102
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
All ages
Free
Provides referrals for services available to disabled persons in Los Angeles County. Serves as advisory body to County Board of Supervisors; conducts studies of the needs of persons with disabilities.
Never Give Up, Inc.
4288 Lincoln Boulevard
(2nd floor elevator in Marina Center Tower)
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 306-5526
6 days, 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (closed Tuesdays)
English
All ages
Set fee
Independent living store with wide variety of aids for adaptation, safety, rehabilitation, caregiving and comfort. Educational and inspirational reading materials and rental videos on illness/disability; community information and referral table.
Social Security Administration
11000 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(800) 555-1212
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English, Farsi, Spanish, Italian, Vietnamese
All ages
Free
Assists individuals with Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicare.
State of California Department of Rehabilitation
2730 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 101
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 582-8900
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English
Ages 18 and older
Free
Disabled individuals are eligible.
Assists Californians with disabilities in obtaining and retaining employment and maximizing their ability to live independently in their communities.
West Hollywood Comprehensive Service Center
7377 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 851-8202
Fax: (323) 876-6140
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish
Ages 55 and older, or disabled individuals
Free
West Hollywood residents only.
Westside Center for Independent Living
12901 Venice Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 390-3611
Fax: (310) 390-4906
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 18 and older
Free; sliding scale based on ability to pay
Disabled individuals or seniors needing care management, information and referral, or in-home personal assistance.
Offers benefits advocacy, employment services, personal assistance, assistance in home access and development of independent living skills, information and referral, care management, peer counseling and support programs, roommate registry and more.
Education Institutions that offer formalized education to assist seniors in expanding their knowledge. Senior centers, organizations and hospitals also offer educational classes or workshops.
Beverly Hills Adult School
255 S. Lasky Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 277-4747
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
English
Ages 18 and older
Set fee
Offers 200 day and evening classes in citizenship, computers, cooking, current and historical events, finance, ESL classes, fine arts, language, literature, and many more.
Computer Access Center
6234 W. 87th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-1597
Fax: (310) 338-9318
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Thursday until 6:00 p.m.)
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Seniors and individuals with a disability are eligible.
Teaches seniors or disabled individuals about computer technology: how to use computers and what to use them for. Alternative ways of accessing computer available.
Emeritus College
1433 2nd Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 434-4306
Fax: (310) 393-8087
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages, targeted to older adults
Free
Offers 140 non-credit courses weekly, designed to serve the older adult.
Guided Autobiography
UCLA Center on Aging
10945 Le Conte Avenue, Suite 3119
Los Angeles, CA 90095-6980
(310) 794-0676
Fax: (310) 794-0681
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 55 and older
Set fee
The course provides a plan for writing an autobiography that includes family, life’s work, money, health, and life goals. The process encourages individuals to look at their lives and plan for the future. Phone (310)825-1319 for information.
Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles
OASIS
10730 W. Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 446-8053
Fax: (310) 446-9493
Monday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
English
Ages 60 and older
Variable fee structure
Membership required (free). Many classes are free, with a materials fee for some programs and a $2.00 charge for registration.
A national educational organization to enhance the lives of individuals over 60. Creates opportunities for older adults to continue their personal growth and meaningful service to the community. Over 120 programs and trips offered.
Los Angeles Unified School District - Division of Adult and Career Education
Programs for Older Adults
1320 W. 3rd Street, Room 845
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 62-LEARN
Fax: (213) 482-4368
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 60 and older
Free
Offers life-long education opportunities at multiple sites located throughout Los Angeles.
Marina Adult Learning Center
12606 Culver Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 822-5917
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
English
Ages 18 and older
Free
Offers English and computer classes; reading, writing and math improvement; high school diploma classes.
Senior Scholars Program
UCLA Center on Aging
10945 Le Conte Avenue, Suite 3119
Los Angeles, CA 90095-6980
(310)794-0676
Fax: (310)794-0681
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 55 and older
Set fee (fee waivers available)
Older adults audit regular UCLA undergraduate courses.
Teach For America Partnership
UCLA Center on Aging
10945 Le Conte Avenue, Suite 3119
Los Angeles, CA 90095-6980
(310) 794-0676
Fax: (310) 794-0681
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 55 and older
Free
Retired educators mentor first-year teachers in under-served communities.
Venice Skills Center
611 5th Avenue
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 392-4153
Fax: (310) 314-7535
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 16 and older
Set fee (some fees waived for individuals 60 and older)
An employment preparatory center whose mission is to provide excellence in vocational and academic preparation for a diverse population. Part of Los Angeles Unified School District, division of Adult and Career Education.
West Los Angeles College
Westside Extension
4800 Freshman Drive
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 287-4200
Fax: (310) 841-0396
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English
Ages 18 and older
Set fee
Offers a variety of classes including investment, arts and crafts, home-based businesses, self-hypnosis, yoga and Tai Chi, how to be an apartment manager, singing and dance.
Emergency
Response Systems Remote unit or other devices used by persons at home that can summon assistance. Discounts sometimes are available through local hospitals; contact the social services department.
City of Los Angeles Department of Aging
2404 Wilshire Boulevard, 4th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 368-4000
Fax: (213) 368-4020
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 60 and older
Variable fee structure
Participants must have low to moderate income (and meet federal income guidelines); priority given to physically impaired individuals.
Provides a telecommunication device in the home, activated by a button that sends a distress call to a central response center in the event of an emergency.
Emergency Response Systems, Inc.
5777 W. Century Boulevard, #1490
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(800) 261-1390
Fax: (310) 215-3161
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
All languages welcome
All ages
Set fee
Offers older adults a pendant to wear; when activated in an emergency, a 24-hour response center sends help to the client’s home. Also offers Wander Watch, a transmitter worn by Alzheimer’s and dementia patients which alerts caregiver once client wanders away from home.
Health Watch - Personal Emergency Response Systems
153 S. Lasky Drive, #6
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 271-4016
Fax: (310) 271-5456
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
24-hour Response Center
All languages welcome
All ages, primarily older adults and recuperating patients
Set fee
Offers a 24-hour emergency response system for assistance with accidents or medical emergencies.
Lifeline
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center8700 Beverly Boulevard (Atrium 132)
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 423-5468
Fax: (310) 289-5278
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
All languages
All ages, primarily older adults
Variable fee structure
Offers an easy-to-use emergency response device that is worn and enables clients to live independently in their own homes.
Medic Alert
2323 Colorado
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 668-3333
Fax: (209) 669-2495
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
24-hour emergency calls
English
All ages
Variable fee structure
Provides engraved emblem to be worn, indicating vital medical problems and includes a 24-hour emergency answering service to assist emergency personnel with additional medical information and/or person to contact.
Never Give Up, Inc.
4288 Lincoln Boulevard
(2nd floor elevator in Marina Center Tower)
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 306-5526
6 days, 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (closed Tuesdays)
English
All ages
Set fee
Independent living store sells emergency phone that can be programmed to dial help and play pre-recorded message to summon help. No monthly fees.
Emergency/Disaster Services Organizations that provide preparedness information and aid in the event of natural disasters.
American Red Cross of Santa Monica
1450 11th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-3773
Fax: (310) 260-9286
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Variable fee structure
Offers health and safety education, disaster preparedness, information and referral.
Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management
Earthquake Survival Program (ESP)
1275 N. Eastern Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 980-2260
Fax: (323) 881-6897
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Provides preparedness information and information regarding aid available in the event of a natural disaster.
Employment Organizations that help seniors locate job opportunities.
Career Encores
3700 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 427-6600
Fax: (213) 427-6605
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 50 and older
Free
Los Angeles city residents or employees of Los Angeles city companies are eligible.
Provides job search assistance: interviewing; resume writing; job prospecting; networking; access to fax, Internet, telephone and copy machine.
Career Planning Center, Inc.
Marina Del Rey/Mar Vista/West LA One-Stop Career Center
13160 Mindanao Way, Suite 240
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 309-6000
Fax: (310) 309-6032
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
English
Ages 16 to 75
Donation based fee structure
Offers a wide array of employment and training services, including re-employment assistance, re-training, supportive services and workshops.
City of Los Angeles
Department of Aging
Senior Community Service Employment Program (Title V)
2404 Wilshire Boulevard, 4th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 368-4000
Fax: (213) 368-4020
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 55 and older
Free
Participants must reside in the City of Los Angeles, meet federal income guidelines, and pass the City physical examination.
Offers a training program in work experience to help older adults acquire new career skills.
National Council on the Aging
Senior Community Service Employment Program
2500 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1111
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 365-0700
Fax: (213) 365-0707
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish, Japanese
Ages 55 and older
Free
Participants must have little or no income and a desire to obtain a job.
Places eligible participants at a community service agency for training and assists job placement.
Santa Monica Employment Development Department
Santa Monica Job Service
932 Broadway Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 576-6431
Fax: (310) 395-4819
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Clients must have legal right to work in the United States; eligibility is program-specific.
Provides access to Internet based listings of job opportunities; job search workshops including interview skills and resume preparation.
Financial
Information and Assistance Agencies that offer general financial information to seniors and/or help seniors with tax issues.
City of Los Angeles
Utility Users Tax Exemption/Electric and Water Lifeline Rate
P.O. Box 53233
Los Angeles, CA 90053
(213) 368-7100
Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 62 and older
Free
Participants must be low-income seniors or disabled individuals.
Provides Los Angeles utility users tax exemption (10%) and discounts on electric and water charges. Proof of age and/or disability required; must meet low income requirements.
City of Santa Monica
Senior Recreation Center
Utility Tax Exemption Program
1450 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-8644
Fax: (310) 917-6637
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 62 and older, or disabled individuals
Free
Participants must be low-income seniors or disabled individuals living in Santa Monica.
Taxes are eliminated from your utility bills when you sign up for this program. Call to find out how to qualify for this program.
Franchise Tax Board
300 S. Spring Street, Suite 5704
Los Angeles, CA 90013-1204
(800) 852-5711
Fax: (213) 897-5943
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Provides state income tax information and assistance, and a Homeowner and Renter Assistance Program.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
300 N. Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 894-4574
Fax: (213) 894-6541
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Provides assistance with federal income tax issues, federal income tax preparation, responding to IRS notices. IRS speakers will come to your group of 30 or more to speak about federal tax issues. Call for more information.
Jewish Free Loan Association
5700 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2515
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 761-8830
Fax: (323) 761-8841
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
English, Russian, Farsi, Hebrew
Ages 18 and older
Free
Offers interest-free loans to assist with financial problems. Loans available for housing, car repairs, medical/dental, job training and other emergencies; available to those who may not qualify through normal resources. Co-signers required.
Social Security Administration
11000 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 575-9464
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English, Farsi, Spanish, Italian, Vietnamese
All ages
Free
Assists individuals with Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicare.
State Controller’s Office
Property Tax Postponement Program
P.O. Box 942850
Sacramento, CA 94250
(800) 952-5661
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 62 and older, blind or disabled individuals
Participants must own and occupy principal place of residence as of December 31 of the previous year; total household income for previous year must not exceed $24,000; 20% equity interest in the home; must receive a secured property tax bill.
Allows eligible homeowners to postpone payment of part or all of the property taxes on their principal place of residence.
West Hollywood Comprehensive
Service Center
7377 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 851-8202
Fax: (323) 876-6140
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish
Ages 55 and older, or disabled individuals
Free
West Hollywood residents only.
Health Insurance
Information Organizations that provide general insurance information.
Center for Health Care Rights
Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP)
520 S. Lafayette Park Place
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 383-4519
Fax: (213) 383-4598
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Russian
Medicare beneficiaries
Free
Los Angeles County residents.
Assures consumer access to quality health care through education, counseling, advocacy and research programs. Provides community education, counseling, legal assistance on Medicare and related health insurance issues. Sites throughout Los Angeles County.
Social Security Administration
11000 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 575-9464
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English, Farsi, Spanish, Italian, Vietnamese
All ages
Free
Assists individuals with Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicare.
Transamerica Occidental Life Insurance Co., Medicare Administration
1149 S. Broadway Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 748-2311
(800) 675-2266
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
English, Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese
Ages 65 and older, also pre-retirees
Free
Administers the Medicare Part B services for Southern California. Customer service available to answer questions related to Medicare claims as well as Medicare’s coverage of medical service.
UCLA Healthcare 50 Plus
1250 16th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(800) 516-5323
Fax: (310) 319-4810
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English
Ages 50 and older
Free
Provides health insurance information, consultation and workshops.
Health Services for Low Income
Persons Agencies that provide medical and/or dental services for low income persons.
Celebrate Sight
P.O. Box 429098
San Francisco, CA 94142
(800) 391-3937
Fax: (415) 561-8567
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English
All ages
Accepts insurance; free to the uninsured.
Individuals at risk for glaucoma; have citizenship or legal residency; and have had no recent care nor HMO membership are eligible.
Encourages those at risk for glaucoma to have a dilated eye examination. Anyone at moderate risk can be referred.
Center for Healthy Aging
Health Clinic
2125 Arizona Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 576-2550
Fax: (310) 576-2499
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
Ages 50 and older
Sliding scale fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Provides breast and cervical cancer screenings, menopausal women’s educational classes. Services provided by nurse practitioners; limited primary care by geriatricians.
Jewish Family Service/Partners Adult Day Health Care Center
Partners Russian Alzheimer Program
7362 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 883-0330
Fax: (323) 883-0344
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
English, Spanish, Russian, Yiddish, French, Farsi
18 and over, primarily disabled individuals and older adults
Medi-Cal accepted
Clients must be able to ambulate, be diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s, eligible for Medi-Cal, and meet medical criteria.
Provides nursing; social work; physical, occupational and speech therapy; motivational services and recreational activities. Offers "social day care program" with set fee to clients who do not require therapy.
Los Angeles Free Clinic
Women’s Wellness
8405 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 653-1990
Fax: (323) 658-6773
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages (children - dental only)
Free
Offers healthcare screenings, wellness information (including stress reduction and nutrition) for women undergoing menopause. Dental hygiene and regular cleanings for older adults, ages 55 and older.
National Eye Care Project
P.O. Box 429098
San Francisco, CA 94142
(800) 222-3937
Fax: (415) 561-8567
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
English
Ages 65 and older
Free
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Participant must be a citizen or legal resident; financially in need of the services of an ophthalmologist; without access to an ophthalmologist or to other care (an HMO, VA hospital, etc.).
Qualified patients are referred to an ophthalmologist in the local area who volunteers a medical eye examination and follow-up care. The patient’s insurance, but not the patient, may be billed. Not an eyeglass program.
Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center
Les Kelley Family Health
1250 16th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 319-4000
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Interpreters available in all languages
All ages
Sliding scale fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Medical Center accepts all insurance.
Venice Family Clinic
604 Rose Avenue
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 392-8636
Fax: (310) 392-7875
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Free
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Patients must be at 200% of poverty level or below.
Provides free health care for low-income children and adults, including women’s health, adult care, pediatric care, homeless healthcare, optometry, specialty clinics, health education, HIV/AIDS care and mental health services.
Westside Women’s Health Center
1711 Ocean Park Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 450-2191
Fax: (310) 450-0873
Monday & Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
English, Spanish
All ages
Variable fee structure
Medicare, Medi-Cal accepted
Offers a wide range of programs, including gynecology, internal medicine, pediatrics, adolescent health and Chinese medicine. Provides HIV testing and counseling (anonymous and confidential), cancer screenings (breast and cervical).