Community Resource Guide - Orange County
Get Vaccinated - MyTurn
- Visit MyTurn.gov or call 833-422-4255.
Safe, free, effective COVID-19 vaccines and confidential testing are available to everyone ages 5 and up regardless of immigration or insurance status. Schedule flu, vaccine, and booster appointments, find testing sites, and arrange transportation or in-home visits via the website. For any additional questions call the COVID-19 hotline number.
Get Tested
- OC Health Care Agency - COVID-19 Testing Network
FREE medical assessment and a test through the OC COVID-19 Testing Network. These are all community health centers that offer testing and care, even if you do not have health insurance. - Walgreen's COVID-19 Drive Thru Testing
Walgreens is offering free, contactless COVID-19 testing for patients age 3 and up at select locations, in partnership with the PWNHealth provider network.*
County COVID-19 Info
- Visit OC Health Care Agency .
Planned Parenthood Health Centers
www.PPOSBC.org / (714) 922-4100 / (909) 890-5511
Our nine Health Centers in Orange and San Bernardino counties, offer important health care and education services to every person, every family, and every community. Our doors are open, no matter what. We offer:
- Cancer screenings
- Breast health care
- Annual well-woman checkup
- Birth control
- Emergency contraception
- HPV vaccine
- Sexual health education
- STD testing and treatment
- Family planning counseling
Planned Parenthood Roo
roo.plannedparenthood.org
Young people can ask chat bot Roo questions about their health, their body, relationships, or getting care at Planned Parenthood, or they can choose from a list of questions, to get the answers they need within seconds, day or night.
Planned Parenthood WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
www.GetWIC.org
275 Victoria Street, Ste. 1F, Costa Mesa / (949) 646-4002
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: By Appointment Only
1134 E. 17th St., Santa Ana / (714) 973-2411
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
(Open one Saturday a month)
12600 Beach Blvd., Ste. A, Stanton / (714) 894-1271
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
(Open one Saturday a month)
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) serves pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum individuals, as well as infants, and children up to 5 years old in low-income families. The WIC program provides free supplemental foods, nutrition education to promote healthy eating, breastfeeding support and education, along with other support services.
BetterThanSexED.org Website
www.betterthansexed.org
Planned Parenthood believes that knowledge empowers people to make healthy choices.
Our robust comprehensive sex education programs provide the information needed to understand all aspects of sexual and reproductive health.
We also provide a free online resource with articles and events for information about sexual and reproductive health, family planning, birth control, and more.
Bedsider Website
www.Bedsider.org
www.Bedsider.org/es (Spanish)
A free support network for birth control information.
The Coalition of Orange County Community Health Centers
www.coalitionoc.org / (714) 352-5990
515 N. Cabrillo Park Dr., Ste. 225, Santa Ana
The Coalition’s principal goal is to provide value-added benefits that strengthen and enhance the quality and access of the Orange County safety-net for the under insured and uninsured. Assistance is offered on English, Spanish, Korean, and Vietnamese.
The Priority Center
www.theprioritycenter.org
[email protected] / (714) 543-4333
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Priority Center's mission is to deliver life-changing programs and assist people in crisis by giving them the tools and support necessary to end the generational cycle of trauma, including the prevention of child abuse, neglect, and domestic violence through early intervention and mental health services.
The Priority Center’s School Readiness Program
www.theprioritycenter.org/school-readiness
[email protected] / (855) 955-5092
School Readiness is a three-month, in-home, program for families with young children based at The Priority Center. The School Readiness program assists families in Orange County with children ages 0-8, at no-cost, in reducing barriers to medical care and early childhood mental health services in order to provide them with the healthiest start in life.
This program focuses on identifying developmental delays and behavioral issues at the earliest age possible and then links families to appropriate services and support. Our highly trained staff will screen your child in your home and work with your family to provide an individualized plan of services to meet any needs that are identified.
Maternal Outreach Management System (MOMS)
www.MomsOrangeCounty.org
[email protected] / (800) 787-5858 / (714) 972-2610
1128 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Prenatal education, prenatal and infant health screenings, parent/child group classes, and referral services. Mothers can get in-home one-on-one or classroom education and support during pregnancy and through the first year after birth. The majority of classes are offered in English and Spanish. The home visitation program is available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
MotherToBaby.org
www.MotherToBaby.org / (866) 626-6847 / (855) 999-3525 (text only)
MotherToBaby, a service of the nonprofit Organization of Teratology Information Specialists, is dedicated to providing evidence-based information to mothers, health care professionals, and the general public about medications and other exposures during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk, chat, text, or email directly to the experts behind the most up-to-date research.
National Women's Health and Breastfeeding Helpline
(800) 944-9662
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Breastfeeding individuals can call with questions or concerns about breastfeeding. Women's health information specialists are trained as breastfeeding peer counselors. Calling is free and unlimited. Health information specialists are available in English and Spanish.
A Better Balance (ABB)
www.ABetterBalance.org/get-help / 1-833-NEED-ABB (833-633-322)
State-by-state workplace rights hub: www.ABetterBalance.org/know-your-rights
Spanish: www.ABetterBalance.org/linea-de-ayuda
ABB is a national, nonprofit legal advocacy organization. This free and confidential legal helpline can help you understand your workplace rights around caring for yourself and your family members. ABB assists workers nationwide facing various issues at work related to: accommodations for pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions; sick leave; family and medical leave; discrimination based on being a parent or other caregiver; scheduling; and equal pay (including inquiries from potential employers about salary history). Please note that ABB’s consultations are for information only; we can discuss possible options with workers seeking legal advice and/or representation.
Dr. Ilene Hatch and Dr. Catherine Gordon Fertility Center of Southern California
www.fertilitycentersocal.com / (949) 955-0072
4980 Barranca Pkwy Ste. 200, Irvine, CA 92604
Fertility Center of Southern California is dedicated to helping couples fulfill their dream of achieving a family, while providing patients with personalized care and attention. Our highly trained physician can meet with you to recommend diagnostic and treatment plans tailored to your specific need. Dr. Ilene Hatch is a highly specialized medical doctor who manages problems related to the reproductive system which include but are not limited to:
- Hormonal disorders
- Menstrual problems
- Infertility
- Pregnancy loss
- Early menopause
- Genetic disorders
DNA Diagnostics Center
www.dnacenter.com / [email protected] / (800)-613-5768
Monday - Friday: 8:30 – 5:30 p.m. EST
DNA Diagnostics Center, also known as DDC provides comprehensive DNA testing services for paternity and family relationships. For Legal or Prenatal Paternity testing, please call 800-681-7162.
SpermCheck
www.spermcheck.com
SpermCheck Fertility is an at-home test that indicates male fertility/infertility in minutes by measuring sperm count. This test is ideally used early in the family-planning journey.
Have questions or need help signing up for Medi-Cal? We can help. Call us at (714) 922-2477.
Dental Care
Denti-Cal
(800) 322-6384 / (800) 735-2922 (TTY)
Medi-Cal members can seek dental services through Denti-Cal.
Behavioral Health
Orange County Health Care Agency
www.ochealthinfo.com/bhs / (714) 480-6767 / (714) 480-6750 (TDD)
401 W. Civic Center Dr., Ste. 800, Santa Ana, 92701
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Outpatient Clinics – East Region (Serving: Costa Mesa, El Modena, Irvine, Lemon Heights, Newport Beach, Orange, Santa Ana, Tustin and Villa Park). Patients can seek mental/behavioral health services as a walk-in appointment or by scheduling an appointment at one of the Outpatient Clinics. Full list of East Region clinics can be found at www.ochealthinfo.com/services-programs/mental-health-crisis-recovery/adult-18-services/outpatient-services/outpatient.
CalOptima Behavioral Health line
(855) 877-3885 (24-hour hotline) / (800) 735-2929 (TTY)
Medi-Cal Non-Medical Transportation (NMT)
IEHP / (800) 440-4347 Option 2
Monday – Sunday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
CalOptima / (714) 246-8500
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Molina / (844) 292-2688
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Monarch / (714) 246-8500
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Non-medical Transportation (NMT) is a benefit for patients with Medi-Cal. It provides transportation to Medi-Cal covered services by use of passenger car, taxicab, or any other forms of public or private transportation including private vehicles. Members using NMT must be able to walk without assistance from the driver.
Mariposa Women and Family Center
www.MariposaCenter.org / (714) 547-6494
1845 W. Orangewood, Ste. 300, 92868
Provides caring, affordable mental health and recovery counseling, life skills education, and supportive services to women and families. Offering both in-person and virtual services. Individual, couples, and family therapy are also available in Spanish.
Mental Health Association of Orange County
www.MHAOC.org / (714) 547-7559
This county-contracted agency provides mental health recovery and drop-in programs for adults who are uninsured or on MediCal. Most programs require a referral from the Orange County Health Care Agency/OCLinks (855) 625-4657. Homeless services are available to unhoused individuals with mental health conditions. For more information, call (714) 668-1530.
The Wellness Center in Garden Grove is open six days a week for people experiencing mental health conditions with services available in English and Vietnamese. For more information, call (657) 667-6455 (Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Farsi and Cantonese, but language line can be accessed for additional assistance).
National Alliance on Mental Illness
www.NAMIOC.org / Main Office: (714) 544-8488
24/7 OC Warmlines: (877) 910-9276 / (714) 991-6412
1810 17th St., Santa Ana (Main Office)
A local resource for mental health services, education, and outreach, including classes, support groups, presentations, resources and more. Offering virtual and in-person services. For information in Spanish, visit https://es.namioc.org/. For information in Vietnamese, visit https://vi.namioc.org/.
Pepperdine University Community Counseling Center
www.gsep.pepperdine.edu/about/clinics/irvine/ / (949) 223-2570 / [email protected]
18111 Von Karman Ave., Ste. 401, Irvine
Provides psychological services to individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with challenges, including unplanned pregnancy. Payment is based on a sliding scale. Therapists are trainees working on Masters or PhD degrees and are supervised by licensed mental health professionals. Counseling services are available in English and Spanish. Virtual support groups are also offered.
Living Success Center
www.LivingSuccessCenter.org / (949) 645-4723
Living Success Center provides comprehensive mental health services on a sliding scale fee. Services are available both in-person and virtually. Call to make an appointment.
Turning Point Center for Families
www.TurningPointOC.org / (714) 547-8111
3151 Airway Ave., Ste. F 206A, Costa Mesa
Provides affordable prevention, intervention, and therapeutic counseling services to youth, individuals, couples, and families. Anger management, parenting, and substance abuse classes are provided in Spanish.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
www.SuicidePreventionLifeline.org / 988 or (800) 273-8255 (24-Hour Hotline)
Connect with a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area, anytime 24/7. English and Spanish-speaking representatives are available.
Orange County Health Care Agency: Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services
www.ochealthinfo.com/services-programs/mental-health-crisis-recovery/alcohol-substance-use-services
Aliso Viejo Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services
5 Mareblu, Ste. 100, Aliso Viejo / (949) 643-6930
Santa Ana Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services
401 W. Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana / (714) 480-6660
Anaheim Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services
2035 E. Ball Rd., Ste. 100A, Anaheim / (714) 517-6140
Westminster Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services
14140 Beach Blvd., Ste. 200, Westminster / (714) 896-7574
Provides structured outpatient alcohol and drug treatment services for adults, including mental health support and information and referral. Medi-Cal/Medicaid not accepted.
Cal-Optima Behavioral Health Services, Centralized Assessment Team – CAT
(866) 830-6011 (24-Hour Hotline) / (855) 625-4657
Provides emergency psychiatric evaluation services to the community and follow-up/referral services on all evaluations. Staff includes licensed clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, behavioral health specialists, and bilingual/bi-cultural staff (Spanish and Vietnamese languages available).
California Family Institute
www.CaliforniaFamilyInstitute.org / (949) 381-1510
2900 Bristol St., Ste. C-208, Costa Mesa
California Family Institute provides affordable, low-cost counseling for individuals, couples, children, and families. They work in response to a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, life transitions, substance misuse, spiritual issues, and relational health. Limited services available in Spanish and Persian.
Hoag Mental Health Center
www.Hoag.org/About-Hoag/Community-Benefit/Hoag-Programs/Mental-Health-Services / (949) 764-6542
307 Placentia Ave., Ste. 100B, Newport Beach
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Full-service program with telehealth and in-person options offers individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy. Specializes in helping people overcome symptoms of depression, grief, and loss, anxiety, effects of trauma, self-esteem issues, poor family functioning, issues related to high-stress levels, illness, parenting, and relationship issues. Fees are based on a low sliding scale. No one will be turned away due to lack of funding.
Renaissance Recovery
www.RenaissanceRecovery.com / (866) 330-9449
10175 Slater Ave., Ste, 200, Fountain Valley, 92708 / Hours: 24/7
Renaissance Recovery provides structured substance abuse and mental health treatment services including psychotherapy, intensive outpatient programs, mental health counseling, dual diagnosis treatment, and more. Evidence-based treatment programs help individuals develop skills to fight addiction and achieve long-term sobriety.
Alumni Program:
www.AllianceRecovery.com / (888) 871-2088
19671 Beach Blvd., #430, Huntington Beach, 92648 / Hours: 24/7
The Alliance Recovery is an outpatient addiction treatment and aftercare program that helps clients conquer substance abuse as well as any overlapping mental health disorders. Through our evidence-based care methods and our robust alumni community clients are set up for long-term success and sobriety.
Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline/
(800) 487-4357 / (800) 487-4889 (TTY)
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. Visit the online treatment locator, or send your zip code via text message to 435748 (HELP4U) to find help near you.
Alcoholics Anonymous Orange County
www.OC-AA.org / (714) 556-4555
Please call in advance to inquire about in-person and/or virtual meetings.
Associates in Counseling and Mediation
www.OCACMInc.com / (714) 547-1404 / [email protected]
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Walk-ins available.
Offers an outpatient chemical dependency treatment program. Services include parenting classes, child visitation and exchange program, counseling services, reunification services, domestic violence support, outpatient substance abuse program, anger management, outpatient, co-dependency, and child abuse assistance. All programs are available to youth and adult in both English and Spanish. Fees are based on a sliding scale. Please call for appointments.
*Until further notice, ACM Inc. is hosting video/phone call groups due to COVID-19. Clients currently enrolled into a program, please call the main office (Santa Ana) for further information on groups, enrollments, and other programs.
Orange
(Visit website for more information.)
Laguna Hills
25201 Paseo De Alicia, Ste. 100, Laguna Hills
Santa Ana
960 W. 17th St., Ste. B-C, Santa Ana
All-Options
www.all-options.org / (888) 493-0092
Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 1 a.m. (EST)
Saturday – Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 a.m. (EST)
A national talkline and online forum with judgment-free support for people to talk about the decisions, experiences, and emotions of pregnancy, parenting, adoption, and abortion. Assistance available in Spanish, Hindi, and Hebrew.
Miscarriage & Abortion Support
An informational and resource webpage on miscarriage and fetal anomaly support.
Compassionate Friends of Orange County
www.CompassionateFriendsOC.com / Maureen Hodges: (562) 458-2700 / Yolanda Villalva: (714) 335-4763
A nonprofit, self-help, support organization for bereaved families that have experienced the death of a child, of any age and from any cause. Call either phone number to get involved. OC chapter meets:
820 W Imperial Highway Brea, 92821
1st Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
6575 Crescent Ave Buena Park, 90620
3rd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Zoom meetings available
2nd Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Call Maureen for further information.
Pregnancy Options Workbooks
www.pregnancyoptions.info
Provides workbooks for individuals facing pregnancy decisions or looking for emotional and spiritual support. Available in English and Spanish.
Center for Child Birth Injuries
www.birthinjurycenter.org
The Birth Injury Center educates the public and helps individuals identify if their family has fallen victim to negligence by an institution. The organization creates and distributes educational content and provides access to legal representation for these highly sensitive situations. Its website offers an in-depth knowledge base and connections to reputable resources across the United States.
Adoption Services
www.Adoption.com
A website that provides information on adoption services.
Adoption Law Office of Jan Chamerat, Adoption Attorney
P.O. Box 1500 Solvang, CA 93464 / (805) 705-5952 (Cell) / [email protected]
Adoption attorney using integrity, respect, honesty, and hard work in bringing children into loving homes through her adoption law practice.
Seneca Family of Agencies SoCal
www.SenecaFOA.org/seneca-southern-california / Sherie Gimple, Family Coordinator / (714) 383-9401 / [email protected]
Locations:
233 S. Quintana Dr., Anaheim / (714) 202 - 2106
1801 Park Court Place Ste. H, Santa Ana, 92701 / (714) 957-1004
Provides adoption and foster care services and education for parents and professionals. Individual, family, and group counseling in areas of adoption, attachment issues, depression, grief, anxiety, and behavioral issues.
A is 4 Adoption
www.Ais4adoption.com / (833) 416-9018 (24-hour hotline, se habla Español)
151 Kalmus Dr., Ste. D-220, Costa Mesa
Free living expenses, housing and cell phone for birthmothers. Advisors assist throughout the entire adoption process and tend to every detail, from beginning to end.
Exhale
www.ExhaleProVoice.org / Text: (617) 749-2948
Weekdays 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Exhale offers a free, national textline that provides emotional support, resources and information. All communication are completely confidential and counselors offer support and respect without judgment. The Exhale textline is available to individuals who have had abortions, and to their partners, friends, allies, and family members. For a confidential talk line, visit http://www.connectandbreathe.org/contact.html.
California Smokers’ Helpline
www.NoButts.org / (800) NO – BUTTS
English Line: (800) 300-8086 | Spanish Line: (800) 600-8191
A free program that can help you quit smoking, including self-help materials, referrals, and one-on-one counseling over the phone.
Casa Teresa
www.CasaTeresa.org / (714) 538-4860
Residential program for pregnant women (18 and older) who are planning to parent or thinking about adoption. Residents may stay up to 2 months after giving birth and may apply for transitional housing.
Build Futures
www.BuildFutures.org / (714) 907-7358 / [email protected]
Helping Orange County young adults 18 to 24 years of age get off the streets and become self-sufficient. Provides rapid rehousing, basic hygiene and food needs, and assistance with job attainment, job attire, and bus passes.
Illumination Foundation Stanton Multi-Service Center
www.ifhomeless.org / (714) 507-2459 / [email protected]
7855 Katella Ave. Stanton, 90680
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Meet with a case manager to discuss resources and create a housing plan. This meeting does not guarantee that you will receive housing services from them, but they will work with you to find stability for yourself and your family. Call for information on coordinated entry.
Salvation Army Family Services
www.orangecounty.salvationarmy.org/orange_county_ca/family-services-1 / (714) 783-2344
818 E. 3rd St., Santa Ana, 92701
Aiding low-income families and individuals by meeting basic needs and providing financial assistance, emotional/spiritual support, and case management services. Services provided in English and Spanish.
Clothing
Salvation Army
Santa Ana Temple / (714) 545-2937
1710 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana
Store Hours
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Closed Saturdays.
Fountain Valley Salvation Army Family Store and Donation Center / (714) 775-7124
16119 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley
Store Hours
Monday - Saturday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Costa Mesa Salvation Family Store and Donation Dropbox / (949) 642 3636
2126 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa
Store Hours
Monday - Saturday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Provides clothing vouchers for individuals with new jobs.
(Appointment and picture ID needed.)
Grocery Assistance
Hoag Center for Healthy Living – Food Distribution
www.Hoag.org / Call: (949) 764-8100 / Text: (510) 926-6393
307 Placentia Ave., Ste. 100B, Newport Beach
Every second and fourth Monday of the month from 1-3 p.m. Must register to participate by calling or texting and include full name, number of people in family, and zip code. You'll receive a confirmation text that will provide pick up time and instructions. Please bring your own grocery bag/carts. Items can be heavy. Drive thru pick up in the parking lot due to COVID-19.
Mercado El Sol (Appointment needed)
[email protected] / 714-788-1041
1002 N. Broadway, Santa Ana
Mercado El Sol is a mini-market restocked each day with meat, dairy, fresh produce, canned goods, toiletries, paper goods, and more. This new market is open to the community and is completely free. Appointments are needed to shop, and there is a 5 minute shopping limit. Families may visit the market at most once a week. Bring your own reusable bag.
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Wednesday: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Friday: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Emergency Food Assistance
El Modena Community Center (Appointment needed)
18672 E. Center St., Orange / (714) 532-3595 / [email protected]
Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Providing parenting classes, WIC assistance, Medi-Cal assistance, counseling, and workshops. Masks are required while participants are in the facility.
BenefitsCal
www.benefitscal.com
BenefitsCal is a one-stop shop to apply for:
- CalFresh
- CalWORKs
- Medi-Cal
- County Medical Services Program (CMSP)
- Disaster CalFresh
- General Assistance (GA) and General Relief (GR)
Friendly Center
www.FriendlyCenter.org / (714) 771-5300
147 W. Rose Ave., Orange, 92867 / 6688 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 90621
Monday & Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Offering emergency groceries, emergency food assistance, ESL classes, counseling services, utility assistance, tutoring, diaper program, parenting classes offered in Spanish, and WIC services. Call for more information.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
(800) 656-HOPE (4673)
Waymakers
waymakersoc.org/supporting-victims/ / (714) 957-2737 / (949) 831-9110 (24-Hour Hotline)
Call 211 for assistance in accessing free and low-cost services in Orange County. Spanish available.
Waymakers is a nonprofit resource building safer communities by helping people find their way. Whether redirecting youth offenders, helping sheltered children get back on track, unifying troubled families, resolving community conflicts or empowering victims of violence, Waymakers clears the path so clients can advance beyond crisis.
RAINN: Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
www.RAINN.org / www.RAINN.org/es (Spanish page) / (800) 656-4673
Provides free 24-hour confidential counseling, crisis intervention, and support to victims of sexual assault. Also provides referrals, information for friends and family, and offers out programs to prevent sexual assault, help victims, and make sure that rapists are brought to justice.
The Safe Place
www.AnaheimRegionalMC.com/Clinical-Services/The-Safe-Place.aspx / (714) 999-6111 (24/7 Hotline)
1111 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, 92801
Anaheim Regional Medical Center provides the only 24/7 sexual assault examination unit in Orange County. The Safe Place was founded in 1999 as a ‘safe place’ for victims of sexual abuse to receive appropriate medical care, emotional support, and individual comprehensive medical-legal examinations by a team of specially trained medical professionals.
Safe at Home
www.sos.ca.gov/registries/safe-home / (877) 322-5227 / [email protected]
Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Safe at Home program serves victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, human trafficking, and elder/dependent adult abuse, as well as reproductive health care workers, volunteers, and patients, and public entity employees and contractors. Safe at Home provides these individuals a substitute mailing address that can be used to help keep their home, work, and school address confidential and out of the hands of someone who has harmed or wants to harm them. There are fees for reproductive health and public entity applicants and participants.
Human Options
www.HumanOptions.org/About-us / (877) 854-3594 (24-Hour Hotline)
Human Options ignites social change by educating Orange County to recognize relationship violence as an issue that threatens everyone, and advocates for those affected by abuse, extending a safe place for victims, and empowering survivors on their journey of healing. They are committed to a future in which every person and family in Orange County experiences safe, healthy relationships and lives free of fear.
Haven Hills
www.HavenHills.org / (818) 887-6589 (24-Hour Hotline) / [email protected]
www.HavenHills.org/es/casa (Spanish site)
Provides 24-hour crisis line, 45-day crisis shelter, counseling, 18-month transitional housing, children’s program, and LGBTQ services.
House of Ruth
www.HouseOfRuthInc.org / (877) 988-5559 (24-Hour Hotline)
Free domestic violence support, including emergency shelter, crisis intervention counseling, case management services, legal advocacy, adult and children's therapy, support groups, and 24-hour hotline. Counseling offered in both English and Spanish.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.NDVH.org / (800) 799-SAFE (7233) / (800) 787-3224 (TTY) / Text "START" to 88788
Provides free 24-hour information and referrals for victims of domestic violence. Also provides crisis intervention, resource materials, and bilingual advocates.
National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline
www.LoveIsRespect.org / (866) 331-9474 / Text LOVEIS to 22522
www.espanol.loveisrespect.org (Spanish site)
Peer advocates offer support, information, and advocacy to those involved in abusive dating relationships, as well as concerned parents, teachers, clergy, law enforcement, and service providers.
Futures Without Violence
www.FuturesWithoutViolence.org / [email protected]
Provides programs, policies, and campaigns that empower individuals and organizations working to end violence against women and children around the world.
Women’s Transitional Living Center, Inc. (WTLC)
www.WTLC.org / (877) 531-5522 (24-Hour Bilingual Hotline)
WTLC is committed to serving all survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, including women, men, and families.
Services provided: 24-hour bilingual hotline, residential program, therapeutic children’s program, counseling, legal advocacy, community education and advocacy, and LGBTQ services. For non-urgent help or questions about domestic violence and human trafficking, send a confidential email or text to love@WTLC.org.
Laura’s House
www.LaurasHouse.org / (866) 498-1511 / Text "HEART" to 949-484-8440 to chat with an advocate
www.Laurashouse.org/?language=es (Spanish site)
Services provided: 24-Hour Hotline for resources, referrals and safety planning; emergency shelter and support services for safe refuge, therapy and case management; transitional living center for long-term housing and supportive services; counseling and resource center for individual and group counseling and education and prevention; and legal services for restraining orders, court accompaniment and legal clinics. Services are currently offered in English and Spanish.
Interval House
www.IntervalHouse.org / (714) 891-8121 / [email protected]
6615 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 170 Long Beach
Services provided: shelter, support, and counseling for victims of domestic violence.
National Human Trafficking Resource Center
www.eeoc.gov/national-human-trafficking-resource-center / (888) 373-7888 (24-Hour Hotline) / Text “HELP” or “INFO” 233733
Anonymous and confidential, accessible in more than 160 languages, this hotline is able to provide help, referral to services, training, and general information.
California Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking
888-KEY-2-FREE or (888) 539-2373 (24-Hour Hotline)
Services provided specifically for human trafficking survivors in Los Angeles County Area: anonymous and confidential, accessible in more than 160 languages, able to provide help, referral to services, training and general information. Resources/legal services offered in Spanish.
ACLU
“Know Your Rights” flyer
Get information on what to do if you’re stopped by Police, Immigration Agents, or the FBI.
Community Legal Aid SoCal
www.CommunityLegalSoCal.org / (714) 571-5200 / (800) 834-5001
Provides legal services and referrals, including restraining orders, divorce, child custody, and more. As of Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 our physical locations are closed until further notice. However, we continue to serve our clients via telephone interviews and consultations. Our Hotline number (800-834-5001) will stay open through the duration.
Anaheim
250 E. Center St., Anaheim
Compton
725 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton
Santa Ana
2101 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana
Norwalk
12501 Imperial Hwy., Ste. 250, Norwalk
The Public Law Center
www.PublicLawCenter.org / (714) 541-1010 / [email protected]
601 W. Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Provides low-income clients with private attorney referrals and legal assistance for domestic violence, immigration, AIDS-related issues, human trafficking, and more. Legal clinics are held at many locations. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most of PLC's community and courthouse-based clinics are being handled via phone and video.
Social Support
Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
www.PFLAG.org
Supports the health and well-being of LGBTQ persons, their family, and friends through support, education, and advocacy.
South Orange County PFLAG
socalpflag.org / 23802 Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills / (949) 424-3987 / [email protected]
Where: St. George’s Parish
When: 3rd Wednesday of each month
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Meetings are currently virtual. Please call the phone number to get registered and receive the Zoom link.
Orange County PFLAG
https://pflag.org/find-a-chapter/ / (562) 569-1767 / [email protected]
161 S. Orange St., Orange
Where: First United Methodist Church
When: 1st Wednesday of each month
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. (or later).
Long Beach PFLAG
www.LBPFLAG.org / (562) 773-9801 / [email protected]
269 Loma Ave., Long Beach
Where: Temple Israel of Long Beach – Social Hall
When: 2nd Wednesday of each month
Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Los Angeles PFLAG
www.PFLAGLA.org / (888) PFLAG-88 / (888) 735-2488
10497 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
Where: via Zoom
When: 3rd Wednesday of every month
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Visit the website for the most current information on the six monthly support meetings offered (in English & Spanish).
LGBTQ Center OC
LGBTCenterOC.org / Office: (714) 953-5428 / Counseling: (714) 953-5428 x330
The LGBTQ Center Orange County provides services to more than 23,000 individuals annually across a broad spectrum of culture, ethnicity, age, and economic background. Programming is especially designed for gay men, lesbians, youth, the transgender community, the Spanish-speaking LGBTQ community, the bisexual community, and LGBTQ families. Counseling is conducted via both telehealth and in-person appointments with COVID-19 health precautions in place.
TG Rainbow
www.Mach25Media.com/TGR.html / (949) 770-0702 / [email protected]
19211 Dodge Ave., Santa Ana
An all-inclusive transgender support group. Online meetings take place via Zoom on the 1st Friday of each month. In-person meetings take place on the 3rd Friday of each month at Church of Foothills. Both meetings are from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Please email with any questions or for the Zoom link.
Metamorphosis Medical Center
www.MetaTransHormone.com / (714) 484-8000
8081 Stanton Ave., Ste. 300, Buena Park 90620
Metamorphosis Medical Center and Dr. Kristen Vierregger are dedicated to improving the overall health and well-being of members of the transgender/enby community by providing medically-supervised hormone therapy in an atmosphere that is compassionate, safe, and understanding.
FOLX Health
www.folxhealth.com / [email protected]
FOLX Health is a digital healthcare service provider specifically designed to support LGBTQIA+ people. The FOLX team of largely queer, trans, and nonbinary clinicians currently provides testosterone and estrogen hormone replacement therapy (HRT), erectile dysfunction medication, PrEP — all able to be shipped directly to members' doors — as well as required lab monitoring through at-home kits or Quest Diagnostics locations. Members communicate with FOLX through secure digital video visits and/or messaging.
Help–lines
LGBT National Help Center
www.GLNH.org/talkline / (800) 246-7743
Monday – Friday: 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
LGBT Youth Talkline: (800) 246-7743
LGBT National Hotline: (888-843-4564)
LGBT National Senior Hotline (for those 50 and above): 888-688-5428
LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline (all ages): 888-688-5428
LGBT one-to-one chat: www.LGBThotline.org/chat
The LGBT National Help Center provides vital support through our national hotlines, one-to-one online chats and email peer support, as well as factual information and local resources for cities and towns across the US and Canada. We speak to anyone of any age, regardless of gender, sexuality, gender identity, ethnicity, or location about coming out issues, relationship concerns, parent issues, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer sex information, suicide prevention, discrimination, isolation and much more.
The Trevor Project
www.TheTrevorProject.org / (866) 4U-TREVOR 24/7
(866) 488-7386 / Text “START” to 678-678
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
Crisis and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth, including toll-free and online chat hotlines.
LGBTQ Support Centers
The Center Long Beach
www.CenterLB.org / (562) 434-4455
2017 E. 4th St., Long Beach
Monday-Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sundays: Closed
Mental health/support services and groups, addiction support, youth services, parenting support, cyber center, LGBT library, Rapid HIV testing (oral), STD testing and treatment, HIV case management referrals, hate crimes support, legal services, and more. Fully open to the public (vaccination and masks are required).
LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
www.lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org
It is a free, searchable database of all kinds of doctors, medical professionals, and healthcare providers who are knowledgeable and sensitive to the unique health needs of LGBTQ+ people in the USA and Canada.
Bienestar
www.bienstar.org / (866) 590-6411
www.bienstar.org/es/ (Spanish site)
Provides case management, housing assistance, mental health counseling, peer support, substance abuse services to persons with HIV/AIDS. Serves the Latina/o LGBT community and offers HIV testing, referrals, support groups, and addiction support services in English and Spanish. Some locations may have more services.
Long Beach
2690 Pacific Ave. #300, Long Beach
Pomona
180 E. Mission Blvd., Pomona
Legal Services
Lambda Legal (Western Regional Office)
www.LambdaLegal.org / (213) 382-7600
4221 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 280, Los Angeles
Legal information and help with discrimination or unfair treatment because of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and HIV status.
OC Hate Crime Victim Assistance Partnership
www.OCHumanRelations.org/HateCrime / (714) 480-6577 / Text OCHATEACTIVITY to 898211
1801 E. Edinger Ave., Ste. 115, Santa Ana
Call or text to report a hate crime.
Transgender Law Center (TLC)
www.TransGenderLawCenter.org / (510) 587-9696
Transgender legal advocacy, community advocacy, client intake, legal referrals.
Translifeline
www.translifeline.org / (877) 565-8860
www.translifeline.org/quienes-somos/?lang=es (Spanish site)
Peer to peer hotline support for trans, gender diverse, and questioning individuals. This resource pledges that they will not engage in nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911 or law enforcement).
Orange County/San Bernardino County 2-1-1
www.211oc.org / 211 / (888) 600-4357
By dialing 2-1-1, get linked to thousands of local health and human services programs. It’s a free resource that provides referrals to community health and social services, including food, shelter, transportation, prenatal care, substance abuse, government assistance programs, workforce development, health insurance access programs, elder care, child development care, safety services, and more.
AIDS Drug Assistance Program, Orange County Health Care Agency
www.ochealthinfo.com/about-hca/public-health-services/public-health-services/diseases-conditions/disease-information-4
HIV Clinic: (714) 834-7991 / STD Clinic: (714) 834-8787
The AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) provides drugs to individuals who otherwise could not afford them. The drugs provided by ADAP have been determined to prolong quality of life and to delay the deterioration of health among individuals infected with HIV.
AIDSinfo
www.AIDSinfo.nih.gov / (800) 448-0440
Offers information on HIV treatment and research, customized clinical trial searches, and referrals to a host of other useful, government-approved resources. Health information specialists can confidentially answer questions in both English and Spanish.
Radiant Health Centers
www.radianthealthcenters.org / (949) 809-5700
17982 Sky Park Circle, Ste. J, Irvine
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Free HIV tests, food, transportation, housing, emergency financial assistance, children and family programs, mental health counseling, support groups, and HIV education and prevention services. Clients can choose between remote or in-person appointments. Radiant Health Centers also offer Mental Health/Counseling groups in English and in Spanish at www.radianthealthcenters.org/lgbtq-counseling.
Delhi Center
www.delhicenter.org / (714) 481-9600
505 E. Central Ave., Santa Ana
Spanish-language support groups, case management, help with food and housing, legal services, mental health counseling, transportation, prevention, and education. Due to COVID, offices and some services are closed. Please call to inquire about services being offered.
Shanti Orange County
www.ShantiOC.org / (949) 452-0888
23461 South Point Dr., Ste. 100, Laguna Hills
Shanti Orange County provides a wide range of mental health services to individuals with Medi-cal, Medicare, and commercial insurances, as well as to those need a reduced fee. Specializations in underserved and marginalized communities, including low income, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those living with HIV or other chronic illness. Services are available both in-person and via telehealth.
Calorie Calculator
www.calculator.net/calorie-calculator.html
This free tool estimates the number of calories a person needs to consume each day. Can be used as a guideline for how many calories to consume each day to maintain, lose, or gain weight at a chosen rate.
Calorie Counter by FatSecret
www.fatsecret.com
App Stores: Apple, Android, Windows, & BlackBerry
This free app helps users track and log food intake and physical activity, nutritional information, ingredients and recipes that fit user’s nutritional plan; weight chart and journal; Apple Health, Google Fit, Samsung Health, and Fitbit exercise tracking integration; access to community support. The Premium version includes nutritional meal plans created by dietitian, and advanced meal planning.
Languages: English, Spanish, and others.
Choose My Plate
www.choosemyplate.gov
Apps: Start Simple with MyPlate app on Apple & Android
This free tool provides education and resources from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to find a healthy eating style that can be maintained and built on throughout the lifetime taking into account the individual’s needs. Users can set food goals, see daily progress towards and tips to help meet food goals, earn badges as goals completed, sync to smartwatch.
Eat This Much
www.eatthismuch.com
Apps: Apple & Android
Eat This Much Free – Daily meal planning based on user’s nutritional goals and food preferences, grocery list and cooking instructions, nutrition and weight logging and tracking.
Eat This Much Premium – Fee required – All of the above services plus weekly meal planning, customizable daily meal planning, automatic and customizable grocery lists, sync with Apple Health.
Lose It!
www.loseit.com
Apps: Apple & Android
Basic – Personalized weight loss plan based on user’s goals, food and physical activity logging and tracking, sync Apple Health and Google Fit apps, access to community support.
Premium (Fee required) – All of the above services plus additional logging and tracking options, meal and physical activity planning, sync devices like fitness trackers or scale.
Languages: English, Spanish, and others.
Move Your Way
www.health.gov/moveyourway
Services: Tools, videos, and fact sheets from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to make it easier to get more physical activity.
Languages: English and Spanish (health.gov/espanol/moveyourway)
MyFitnessPal
www.myfitnesspal.com
Apps: Apple & Android
MyFitnessPal Free – Personalized nutrition profile based on user’s goals, food and physical activity logging and tracking, personal food database, sync to numerous apps and devices, access to community support.
MyFitnessPal Premium (Fee required) – All of the above services plus additional and customizable logging and tracking options, guided fitness and nutrition plans, meals and recipes.
Languages: English, Spanish, and others
Obesity Action Coalition
www.obesityaction.org
Services: Education, advocacy, and support for individuals affected by the disease of obesity by a national non-profit organization; can join the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) Community for access to additional news, health and wellness information, events and educational opportunities, and getting involved with OAC.
Community
Hoag Center for Healthy Living - Fitness & Health Education Classes
www.hoag.org/mhschl / (949) 764-6551
307 Placentia Ave., Newport Beach, 92663
All current classes and program services are being offered virtually only.
Open to: General community (you do not have to have insurance)
Cost: Free to all
Services: Fitness Classes like Zumba and body conditioning. Wellness Classes like healthy goal setting.
Class Calendar: www.hoag.org/specialties-services/other-programs-services/melinda-hoag-smith-center-for-healthy-living/education-resources/classes-groups/
UCI Health - Patient Education
(657) 282-6357
Programs available virtually and in-person.
Open to: General community (you do not have to have insurance)
Cost: Free except Weight Management – Simple Choices class requires a fee for all participants.
Services: Fitness Classes like yoga. Wellness Classes like Weight Control Series – Intuitive Eating, Weight Management – Simple Choices, meditation.
City Parks, Recreation, & Community Services Departments
Anaheim Community Services
www.anaheim.net/895/Community-Services / (714) 765-5191
Programs available virtually and in-person.
Open to: General community (you do not have to be a resident of Anaheim)
Cost: Fees required for classes
Services: Recreational activities and classes, parks, community & youth centers
Activity Guide: www.anaheim.net/1226/Classes-Activities
Costa Mesa Parks and Community Services
www.costamesaca.gov/city-hall/city-departments/parks-and-community-services / (714) 754-5300
Programs available virtually and in-person.
Open to: General community (you do not have to be a resident of Costa Mesa)
Cost: Fees required for classes (non-resident fee per class)
Services: Recreational activities and classes, parks, community centers
Mission Viejo Recreation and Community Services
www.cityofmissionviejo.org/departments/recreation / (949) 859-4348
Virtual activities offered. See below link to access the Virtual Activity Center. Some locations reopening.
Open to: General community (you do not have to be a resident of Mission Viejo)
Cost: Fees required for most classes and recreational and fitness facilities. Some free classes.
Services: Recreational activities and classes, parks. Recreational, fitness, and community centers.
Activity Guides: www.cityofmissionviejo.org/activity-guides
Virtual Activity Center: www.cityofmissionviejo.org/departments/recreation/virtual-activities-mv
City of Orange Community Services
www.cityoforange.org/our-city/departments/community-services / (714) 744-7274
Limited number of classes virtually and outdoors. See below link for the Virtual Recreation Center. Parks, outdoor fitness equipment open.
Open to: General community (you do not have to be a resident of Orange)
Cost: Fees required for classes
Services: Recreational activities and classes, parks, outdoor fitness equipment.
Schedule of Classes: secure.rec1.com/CA/orange-ca/catalog
Santa Ana Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency
www.santa-ana.org/parks / (714) 571-4200
Currently all of our buildings, parks and outdoor fitness areas are open for recreation and leisure services.
Open to: General community
Cost: Fees required for classes
Services: Recreational activities and classes, parks, outdoor fitness zones.
Recreation Class Programs: secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog
Recreation, Library, and Zoo Guide: www.santa-ana.org/cultural/
Westminster Community Services & Recreation
www.westminster-ca.gov/departments/community-services / (714) 895-2860
Mix of virtual and in-person services available.
Open to: General community
Cost: Fees required for classes
Services: Recreational activities and classes, parks