Communities throughout Los Angeles County have been devastated by massive fires that have burned tens of thousands of acres, destroyed over 1,000 buildings, and killed five individuals.
As the fires continue and families face many challenges, CAPE members have access to Labor Community Services (LCS), which is ready to support and assist those in need during these historic fires in Southern California.
If the fires have impacted you or other union members, LCS is ready to provide aid and relief.
Below are the available resources for union members:
Housing Assistance:
Labor Community Services (LCS) can assist with first and last-month rental assistance and help find permanent, long-term housing. Please note: LCS cannot assist with deposits.
For those needing temporary housing, please visit the American Red Cross website to find a shelter near your area. Staff on-site can assist you if you need permanent, long-term housing.
To qualify for rental, mortgage, or utility assistance, please submit copies of the following:
- 3-Day Notice or Foreclosure Documentation
- Copy of a Utility Bill
- Disconnection Notice
- Proof of Income demonstrating the union member’s ability to make payments moving forward.
Any union members needing assistance: please complete the LCS Assistance Intake Form available at https://lcs-la.org. Submit the completed form along with the required supporting documentation to our Programs Manager, Marcos Juan, at [email protected]. Marcos will review the submissions and follow up once all information and documents have been processed.
Utilities:
If you have outstanding utility bills (e.g., electricity, gas, or water), we can assist with those bills.
Food:
We can provide you with boxes of food. These boxes, prepared by fellow union members and can feed a family of four.
Air Quality:
The air quality across Southern California will be significantly impacted for an extended period. If you have respiratory concerns, we encourage the use of high-quality face masks. LCS can provide these masks for distribution to your members in need.
Below are the available resources for everyone affected by the wildfires:
Emergency Alerts and Additional Resources
We encourage everyone to stay informed through the following resources:
Sign up for Emergency Alerts:
- Sign up for the City of LA’s emergency alert system, NotifyLA, here.
- Sign up for Alert LA County emergency alerts here.
- Additional local emergency alert systems for other municipalities in LA County can be found here.
Federal Resources:
FEMA offers fire management assistance to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments for mitigation, management, and control of fires. Visit FEMA’s website or call 1-800-621-FEMA for more information.
LA County Resources:
The Los Angeles County Emergency Incident Response website has been activated. This website provides a mapping tool and lists real-time evacuation, shelter, and other information/resources related to the Palisades, Eaton, Franklin, and Hurst wildfires.
City of LA Resources:
The City of LA offers a comprehensive list of emergency preparedness and response resources. You can view those resources here.
Water and Power Outages:
- Southern California Edison: Report outages here or call 800-611-1911.
- Department of Water & Power: Report outages here or call 800-342-5397. Please conserve water during firefighting efforts and boil water for consumption due to potential contamination from ash.
LAUSD Impacts:
For a list of all school closures and or relocations, please click here. Affected schools are directly communicating with families. For updates, visit lausd.org. A Family Hotline is available at 213-443-1300.
Social Media Resources:
Follow these accounts for updates:
- LA County Public Safety Partners:
- Office of Emergency Management: @ReadyLACounty
- LA County Fire: @LACoFDPIO
- City of LA Public Safety Partners:
- LA City Emergency Management Department: @ReadyLA
- Los Angeles Fire Department: @LAFD
Airbnb Support for Those Affected by Wildfires:
Airbnb, in collaboration with 211 LA, is offering free temporary housing for residents displaced or forced to evacuate due to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County.
Important Details:
- A limited number of credits are available for Airbnb stays.
- Complete the form below to receive notifications on availability.
- Evacuation zones will be verified before distributing credits.
- Spaces are limited, and completing the form does not guarantee a stay.
Eligibility Requirements:
- You must have been displaced from your physical home due to the recent fires.
- You must currently reside in an evacuation zone.
- You must have an active Airbnb account or be able to create one.
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
Those eligible can apply for this free temporary housing here.
Additional Resources:
EMERGENCY SHELTERS, IMMEDIATE SUPPORT, & HOUSING
211 LA is partnering with Airbnb to offer free temporary shelter for people displaced from their homes by fire. Start by filling out this form: https://care.211cs.org/public- survey/86c5adf88e2a29c103df24ba5f48cd3f6cf9a9171207a15954dbb8b9649429f0
Red Cross Los Angeles: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html
The local hotel association is maintaining a list of hotels in and around L.A. with available space, including whether and what kind of discounts they're offering to fire victims and evacuees https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1o3k8WKk06GsCmPfQYXUyV0NILEt_8jSTzHTk7eIQ4os/edit?pli=1&gid=0#gid=0
YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is opening its locations that aren't affected by the fires for temporary shelter, showers, basic amenities, and mental health support. They have also teamed up with L.A. Unified School District to provide childcare services for essential workers and affected families until schools reopen. Register on their website. https://www.ymcala.org/community-response
Planet Fitness locations in L.A. are offering anyone affected by the fires, including first responders, free access to their facilities, including showers, massage chairs, locker rooms, and WiFi. Contact the club near you for more information and hours. https://www.planetfitness.com/
Mariners Village Apartment Homes (Marina del Rey) is offering temporary housing for those affected. For more details or to inquire about availability, please contact us at (310) 821-4916.
Alisal Ranch in Solvang is offering discounted rates to locals affected by mandatory evacuation orders. Household pets are also welcome. Those in need can call the front desk to make a reservation at 800-425-4725. https://www.alisalranch.com/
Coachella Valley Hotels: Several properties in the Coachella Valley area are offering discounted rates to fire evacuees, including Infusion Beach Club in Palm Springs, Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage and Holiday Inn Express Palm Desert.
Santa Monica Hotels: Among the Santa Monica hotels offering special rates for evacuated area residents are Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, Gateway Hotel, Hilton Santa Monica, The Pierside Santa Monica, Regent Santa Monica Beach, Sandbourne Santa Monica, Shore Hotel, Shutters on the Beach, Viceroy Santa Monica and more. https://www.alisalranch.com/ (Note: As conditions surrounding the Palisades Fire evolve, some areas of Santa Monica may be included in evacuation orders. It's recommended to check the latest evacuation notices before booking hotels in this area.)
Boomtown Brewery in the Arts District is offering to open its tap room during the day for those who need a place to be and/or WiFi, email or DM on Instagram. They are also accepting donations. https://www.boomtownbrew.com/
[email protected] Address: 700 Jackson St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Odyssey Games in Pasadena is offering their shop to evacuees to charge cell phones, use the restroom, and grab a snack.
Address: 1795 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
Octavia's Bookshelf has mounted a "mutual aid pitstop" with food and supplies.
Address: 1353 N. Hill Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104 https://www.octaviasbookshelf.com/ (626) 421-6222
Baby2Baby: Distributes essential items like diapers, clothing, and basic necessities to children affected by the wildfires
https://donate.baby2baby.org/give/648067/#!/donation/checkout
Transportation
- Uber and Lyft are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
- Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
- Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
Metro: Metro fares are free all day today.
Communication
- AT&T is offering people in fire-affected areas unlimited talk, text and data through Feb. 6 (if you don’t already have an unlimited plan).
- T-Mobile is also offering unlimited talk, text and data to customers in cities affected by the fires through Feb. 15. https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-stands-prepared-as-wildfires-impact-southern-california
DONATIONS
California Fire Foundation Wildfire & Disaster Relief Fund: The California Fire Foundation works with local fire agencies and community-based organizations to provide ongoing, mid- and long-term support to California communities affected by natural disasters like wildfires. The organization, which provides direct support to victims, is beginning to support those impacted by the Palisades Fire.
https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-communities/disaster-relief
World Central Kitchen World Central Kitchen, the nonprofit global food relief organization founded by celebrity chef José Andrés, is already on the ground in Southern California to aid first responders and evacuees. https://wck.org/
California Community Foundation: The California Community Foundation has been working to strengthen Los Angeles County since 1915. The organization's Wildfire Recovery Fund targets the most underserved and hard-to-reach communities in the region, with the goal of helping provide long-term recovery relief.https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/
CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation: CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation provides financial aid to firefighters and their families in case of injury or loss of life. The organization also helps support burn victims and their families, along with research focused on firefighter health and safety.https://calfire.foundation/donations/
California Fire Foundation: The California Fire Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, provides critical support to surviving families of fallen firefighters, firefighters, and the communities they serve. Your tax-deductible donation will help them provide aid to victims of wildfires or other natural disasters through their Wildfire & Disaster Relief programs.https://cpf.salsalabs.org/disasterrelief/index.html
Dream Center: This L.A.-based charitable organization is offering emergency shelter to those evacuated in the Palisades and Eaton Canyon Fires. https://www.dreamcenter.org/; Dream Center donation for fires website: https://dcf.dreamcenter.org/relief
Friends in Deed: Donate to Friends in Deed, a nonprofit providing services for the homeless, as it opens its Bad Weather Shelter amid the fires. https://friendsindeedpas.org/; Friends in Deed donation ebsite: https://friendsindeedpas.org/donate-to-friends-in-deed/
Direct Relief: Donate to Direct Relief’s California Fire Relief, which provides N-95 masks, medicine, and resources to health-care agencies and first responders in areas affected by wildfires.https://www.directrelief.org/emergency/california-wildfires/
The California Community Fund has a recovery fund dedicated to helping victims of wildfires. You can donate here. https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/
American Red Cross: Donate to the Wildfire Relief Fund at the American Red Cross. If you’re located in the Los Angeles area and can offer temporary foster care to dogs displaced by the wildfires, sign up at the Canine Rescue Club. Los Angeles Emergency Management Department https://www.redcross.org/about-us/our-work/disaster-relief/wildfire-relief.html?srsltid=AfmBOooAJDZ5CQUEAvClwOfS_zhB8KszzVPIYLLBdx9q5mbMACU6NErN
FOOD
World Central Kitchen: Provides meals to first responders and families impacted by wildfires in the Los Angeles area.https://wck.org/relief/california-fires-jan25
Restaurants Across LA County: There is a list of restaurants across LA County offering shelter, food, and support for first responders and evacuees. This includes SPA 6’s South LA Cafe, which is currently keeping three of its five locations (including Jefferson and Kaiser) open to provide shelter to evacuees and anyone in need. At their Western location (1700 Browning Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90062), they are offering free groceries, water, and masks from 12 to 4 p.m.https://www.latimes.com/food/list/los-angeles-restaurants-providing-food-shelter-evacuees-first-responders-fire
Sweet Greens will provide meals to first responders, victims, and displaced residents. DM them through social media or call directly.
https://www.instagram.com/sweetgreen/
Culver City Phone number: 310-660-7471
Other Locations: https://www.sweetgreen.com/locations
Calico Fish House : The chef at Calico Fish House in Sunset Beach in Orange County is offering to feed evacuees and let them camp out in the restaurant’s parking lot.
Address: 16600 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Phone: (562) 357-4012 https://calico-restaurant.com/
RESOURCES FOR REBUILDING AND RECOVERY
The Salvation Army provides grants to those displaced by fires and financial assistance for the immediate and long-term needs of fire victims. It also operates shelters and provides emergency housing for those fleeing fires. Contact them at https://socal.salvationarmy.org/southern-california/
California Department of Insurance: Guidance on claims for fire damage. https://www.insurance.ca.gov/ Read your rights on claims processing and moratorium stating insurers cannot cancel your coverage for one year.
Rebuilding Together Greater Los Angeles: Volunteer-based repair and rebuilding services. https://rebuildingtogetherla.org/
HEALTH AND MEDICAL CARE
Teladoc Health is offering free, 24/7 virtual medical care to Southern California residents, first responders and others impacted by the raging fires burning in Los Angeles. Individuals displaced by fires or those who are unable to access traditional medical care can consult licensed healthcare professionals for non-emergency illnesses by calling 855-225-5032. Services include treatment for conditions such as respiratory infections, allergies, sinus problems and cold or flu symptoms, company officials said. Additionally, Teladoc Health is providing assistance with prescription refills for non-narcotic medications. https://www.teladochealth.com/info/disaster-hotline
MENTAL HEALTH AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support.
- California Hope: Offers crisis counseling for disaster survivors. Call (833) 317-HOPE or visit CalHope.org
- The Wellness Center at LAC+USC: Free emotional support resources. Learn More
ANIMAL EVACUATION CENTERS
River Way Ranch Camp
For those of you who have been affected, please know we are offering accommodations and meals at no cost to families who have been displaced by the fires. Additionally, for those with horses or larger animals requiring temporary boarding, we may be able to provide space as well. You may contact us directly – Ashley Oken at (800) 821-2801 to arrange accommodations. https://www.riverwayranchcamp.com/
Los Angeles Equestrian Center
480 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91506 https://thelaec.com/
Pierce College Equestrian Center
7100 El Rancho Drive, Woodland Hills
818-710-3308
Rose Bowl Stadium
1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA 91103
626-577-3100 https://www.rosebowlstadium.com/
Agoura Animal Care Center
29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/
Pasadena Humane Society
361 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 626-792-7151
https://pasadenahumane.org/
