Quick Links

• Stay up-to-date through CalFire and the County of Los Angeles Incident Report site.

• Immediate housing support: Contact 211LA

• Hot meals for those in need: Contact Our Big Kitchen L.A.: obkla.org or email info@obkla.org

• Childcare Support: Free child care opportunities through Project: Camp 

Jewish Community Resources

Valley Beth Shalom Counseling Center

• The VBS Counseling Center be starting a new support group - "Coping through Sharing" The group will focus on supporting one another regarding our experiences over of the past week. We will continue as long as there is a need. If you are interested in the group but the time doesn't work for you or if you would like one-on-one counseling services we are available to help. You are not alone - all you have to do is call and reach out.

• Beginning February 5: Wednesdays from 10:00am - 1:00pm in the Counseling Center conference room. Call (818) 784-4348.

• The VBS Counseling Center provides free and low-cost mental health services to those who are affected by or traumatized by the recent fires. Call (818) 784-1414 and our in person answering service will take your name and one of our counselors will return the call ASAP. We see clients at our Center located at Valley Beth Shalom or on ZOOM. 

Jewish Free Loan Association Emergency Loans for Wildfire and Wind Damage

• JFLA offers zero-interest, zero-fee emergency loans of up to $15,000 to eligible applicants.

• Loans can be used for essential expenses such as:
  – Temporary housing/hotel stays
  – Food
  – Clothing
  – Medical expenses and medication
  – Transportation and vehicle replacement
  – Other emergency expenses

• Apply for an emergency loan HERE

• Donate to JFLA HERE

Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles

• Financial assistance, emergency grants, volunteer opportunities, and support for displaced families.

  • Website: jewishla.org

  • Phone: 323.761.8000

Jewish Family Service Los Angeles

• Offers emergency financial aid, emotional support, and housing assistance.

  • Website: jfsla.org

  • Phone: 323.761.8800