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CA Wildfire Assistance
https://wildfirerecovery.caloes.ca.gov
Disaster Assistance
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/DAC-RI/assessment/needs-assessment
California Fire
Report a Claim California Fair Plan
https://action.cfpnet.com/#/report-claim
Emergency Shelters
• 211 LA: Dial 211 or visit 211la.org for assistance with shelter options and to access free temporary housing through programs like Airbnb’s emergency housing initiative.
Airbnb is offering free stays for those displaced by the fires.
• American Red Cross: Offers temporary shelters and assistance. Visit redcross.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
• LA County Disaster Assistance Centers: Check lacounty.gov/recovery for shelter locations and services.
Evacuation Sites
SEPULVEDA RECREATION CENTER 8825 KESTER AVE, PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
RITCHIE VALENS RECREATION CENTER 10736 LAUREL CANYON BLVD, PACOIMA CA 91337
WESTWOOD RECREATION CENTER 1350 S SEPULVEDA BLVD LOS ANGELES CA 90025
PASADENA CONVENTION CENTER 300 E GREEN ST PASADENA CA 91101
EL CAMINO REAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL 5440 VALLEY CIRCLE BLVD, WOODLAND HILLS CA 91367
Financial Assistance
• FEMA Disaster Assistance: Apply at disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362).
• California Disaster Relief Programs: Visit caloes.ca.gov for state-level financial aid.
• County Assessor Tax Relief: Visit https://assessor.lacounty.gov/tax-relief/disaster-relief
Mental Health Support
• LA County Department of Mental Health: Free 24/7 counseling at 1-800-854-7771 or text “LA” to 741741.
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Call 1-800-950-NAMI (1-800-950-6264) for emotional support and guidance.
Food & Supplies
• LA Regional Food Bank: Visit lafoodbank.org or call 323-234-3030 for food assistance.
• Salvation Army: Offers food, clothing, and essential supplies. Visit salvationarmyusa.org or call 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769).
● Toys: Shop Merci Milo: offering new toy donations; DM on Instagram at @shopmercimilo to inquire
Animal & Pet Support
LA Animal Services: Provides crates, bowls, blankets, and pet food. Visit laanimalservices.com or call 888-452-7381.
RedRover Relief Program: Assistance for displaced pets. Visit redrover.org.
@ComptonCowboys: Provide Horse Hauling Services.
Shelter for Small Animals:
El Camino High School, 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills
Agoura Animal Care Center, 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills
Baldwin Park Animal Care Center, 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park
Carson Animal Care Center, 216 W Victoria St, Gardena
Castaic Animal Care Center, 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic
Downey Animal Care Center, 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey
Lancaster Animal Care Center, 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster
Palmdale Animal Care Center, 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale
Pasadena Human Society, 361 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena
Paw Works: Small Animals
Annie Harvilicz: Housing evacuated animals in Del Ray. Email her at drannieawc@gmail.com.
Shelter for Large Animals:
Pierce College Equestrian Center, 6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills
The Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena
Pomona Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona
Industry Hills Expo, 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry
Los Angeles Equestrian Center, 480 Riverside Dr, Burbank
Castaic Animal Care Center, 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic
Volunteer Opportunities
If you are looking to help, organizations like the Red Cross, United Way, and local food banks are seeking volunteers and donations.
How To Protect Yourself From The Smoke Caused By LA Wild Fires
1. Stay Indoors
2. Check Your Air Filters
3. Don’t Pollute Your Indoor Air
4. Discard Spoiled Food (even if it was in the freezer)
5. Consider Alternative Shelter
6. Mask Up When Outdoors
7. Stay Ready for Emergency Orders