Resources and Information
If you have been impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles, you are not alone. This resource hub is designed to help you navigate the immediate aftermath—from finding a safe place for your family and pets to accessing federal disaster assistance and no-cost mental health community support. Scroll down to find the specific category of help you need right now.
Community & Nonprofit Assistance
Free Counseling for Fire Survivors
Foothill Flourish’s Eaton Bloom Program: Providing 10 free therapy sessions to those impacted by the LA Wildfires.
Phone:(626) 993-3500 - Please mention the Eaton Bloom Program to receive the 10 free therapy services.
Email: info@foothillflourish.com
Note: No insurance is required. Available in-person or via telehealth.
Nami Westside Los Angeles: Access a wide range of peer-led support groups and mental health resources.
Immediate Support (Mon–Fri, 7 AM – 7 PM PT)
National HelpLine: Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or Text "HelpLine" to 62640.
English Warmline (Local): 1-424-293-0645
Spanish Warmline (Local): 1-424-293-0646
Note: No insurance is required. Providing a "warmline" for confidential, non-emergency support.
How CAN FEMA HELP?
How can FEMA help?
Individual assistance available through FEMA
Three ways to register for FEMA Assistance:
Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. Applying online is the easiest, fastest, and most convenient way to apply.
On the FEMA App for mobile devices.
Call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362: 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. (PST). Help is available in most languages.
To watch an accessible video about how to apply, visit FEMA Accessible: Registering for Individual Assistance - YouTube
Information on citizenship and immigration status requirements is available.
Assistance for small businesses available through the federal Small Business Administration (SBA).
Visit Disaster Recovery Centers for help with federal aid applications, housing and rental support, and access to services. Stay tuned for additional information and for specific locations.
If you lost your job due to the fires, apply for benefits through the State of California.
A real-time list of open shelters is available at CalOES.
How can I stay informed?
Sign up for evacuation notices and critical updates for LA County: Ready LA
Tips for evacuating safely: Evacuation Guide
Real-time information and safety tips: Cal OES News | Ready.ca.gov
Monitor ongoing fires: fire.ca.gov
Get real-time air quality updates: Air Quality Monitoring (South Coast AQMD)
Information on power shutoffs: Stay Updated on Public Safety Power Shutoffs
Real-time traffic maps: CalTrans Traffic Alert/Map
Information on consumer protections against price gouging: Office of the Attorney General
Follow LA County Public Safety Partners on Social Media
LA Office of Emergency Management on X (formerly Twitter): @ReadyLACounty | on Instagram: @lausd_oem
LA County Fire on X: @LACoFDPIO | on Instagram: @LAacountyfd
LA County on X: @CountyofLA | on Instagram: @CountyofLA
Follow San Bernardino (SB) County Safety Partners
SB County Fire on X: @SBCOUNTYFIRE | on Instagram: @SBCOUNTYFIRE
Evacuation Shelters
Ritchie Valens Recreation Center
10736 Laurel Canyon Boulevard
Pacoima, CA 91331Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101Stoner Recreation Center
1835 Stoner Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90025Westwood Recreation Center
1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90025Pomona Fairplex (Gate 3)
601 W McKinley Ave
Pomona, CA 91768Van Nuys/Sherman Oaks Recreation Center
14201 Huston Street
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Animal Evacuation Shelters
Small Animals:
El Camino High School, 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills
American Red Cross Sheltering Site with mobile animal shelter (small animals only)
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
Large Animals:
Pomona Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona
Industry Hills Expo, 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry
LA Equestrian, 480 Riverside Dr, Burbank (At Capacity as of 1.12.25) Please go to Hansen Dam Horse Park, 11127 Orcas Ave, Hansen Dam
Castaic Animal Care Center, 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic
Pico Rivera Sports Arena, 11003 Sports Arena Dr, Pico Rivera