The health and safety of our community is a priority for us and we do not want to contribute in any way to the spread of COVID-19 to vulnerable populations in LA County. We hope you are safe and that our collective actions will help limit exposure to COVID-19 and protect our communities. Below, trusted guidelines and resources.
COVID-19 Prevention
- Follow public health guidance
- Get vaccinated and encourage loved ones to do the same
- Wear a cloth face covering when you are indoors with others outside your household and in crowded outdoor spaces
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
- Wash hands with soap and water often for at least 20 seconds
- Take safety precautions when venturing out
COVID-19 News and Information from Trusted Sources
News updates from Los Angeles County on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube
You can also call these numbers to listen in: English: (877) 873-8017, Access Code: 111111; Spanish: (877) 873-8017, Access Code: 222222; Mandarin: (877) 611-4778, Access Code: 9516097; Korean: (877) 611-4778, Access Code: 9275591
State of California Updates: also follow the Governor on social media for live updates (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
Los Angeles Department of Health
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
Community Resources
Los Angeles County Resources Line: Dial 2-1-1
LA City questions & assistance: Dial 3-1-1
State of California COVID-19 Website
Health
CDC guidelines for visiting parks and recreational facilities
Los Angeles Department of Mental Health Resources: 24/7 hotline: 800-854-7771; their flier on Coping with Stress During Infectious Outbreaks is also available in several languages
NAMI California mental health resources: virtual support, and links to trusted resources
Jobs
Unemployment and other California State Financial Help from the State of California During the COVID-19 Crisis: COVID19.ca.gov
LA Jobs Portal: LAJobsPortal.org
Unemployment, Disability or Paid Family Leave Benefits During the COVID-19 Crisis (EDD, the Employment Development Department)
Housing
Eviction Protections for Los Angeles: HCIDLA.LA.org
City of LA Issues Moratorium on Evictions: The Mayor of LA issued a temporary moratorium on evictions for non-payment of rent for tenants who are unable to pay rent due to circumstances related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Seniors
Help for Seniors in LA (City of Los Angeles Department of Aging)
Department of Aging COVID-19 Resources (State of California)
Friendship Line: 800-971-0016 (Institute on Aging)
Helping Older Adults to Engage and Connect (Center for Innovation and Well-Being)
Emergency Senior Meals Program (City of LA)
Shops opening early for senior citizens (LA Times)
Immigrant Californians
Guide for Immigrant Californians (State of California)
Students
Free grab-and-go meals for LAUSD students: Los Angeles Unified, in partnership with the Red Cross, will continue to provide nutritious meals to all students who need them during the temporary closure of schools
Los Angeles County Community Resources: Including access to food and educational resources for those in need
Free Wi-Fi: Charter is offering free wi-fi for 60 days to households with K-12 and/or college students, as well as eligible low-income households. Call 1-844-488-8395 to enroll or visit: https://corporate.charter.com
Consumer Rights
Information on Price Gouging: It’s illegal for businesses to raise their prices too much during and after the coronavirus health emergency (County of Los Angeles)
Information on Coronavirus Scams: Tips on avoiding scams (County of Los Angeles)
Volunteering
Opportunities to Volunteer (State of California Volunteers)
Virtual Nature and Recreation
How to Enjoy Nature at Home with Children
Enjoying Nature at Home During the COVID-19 Crisis
