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Breastfeeding Support
Antelope Valley Partners for Health
Jodi Rosen, RN, IBCLC 661- 942-4719
44226 10th St West
Lancaster, CA 93534
Breastfeeding classes, consultations, Lactation Center & free breastfeeding support group.

Kaiser Permanente- Center for Healthy Living
** Kaiser members only**

661-726-2200
Classes: Please call for available class time
Breastfeeding Class: Twice a month * subject to change
Baby Care Basics Class: Days & times vary offered 1x/ month *subject to change
RN’s available for 1:1 lactation consultation *call for appointments/availability.

La Leche League

661-917-7900
1st Wed of month @ 1028 West Avenue L-12, suite 103 Lancaster CA, 93534
https://www.facebook.com/LLLofAV

Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Palmdale Location
2247 East Palmdale Blvd

661-726-6300
Palmdale, CA 93550
Lancaster Location
44216 10th St, West

661-949-5805
Lancaster, CA 93534
Nutrition education & counseling for pregnant, nursing or postpartum women. Breastfeeding
classes, breastfeeding education & support. Nutritious food vouchers for qualifying families. Call
for appointment

AV Hospital Women & Infants Pavilion
44155 15th St West

661-726-6210
Lancaster, Ca 93534
Onsite consultation with an IBCLC, Breastfeeding classes, Nursing Bra fittings, Breast pumps
for sale/rent, Medela Breastfeeding supplies, & Milk bank donor site. Childbirth classes and
newborn care education.


CA Assistance Programs
CalFresh
(Food stamps) 818-701-8200
349 B East Avenue K-6
Lancaster, CA 93535
www.calfresh.ca.gov
CalWORKS 310-258-7400
(Cash aid & other services for eligible families)
349 B East Avenue K-6
Lancaster, CA 93535
www.cdss.ca.gov/calworks
Medi-Cal 1-818-701-8200
(Medicaid health care program for low income individuals/families)
349 B East Avenue K-6
Lancaster, CA 93535
Torres Martinez Tribal TANF
(Temporary Assistance for Native Families)
460 West Palmdale Blvd 661-466-1100
Palmdale, CA 93551
Services include cash assistance, clothing allowance, substance abuse intervention, career
guidance, tutoring & on-the-job training
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June 2021
Clothing and Furniture
Goodwill Services
Palmdale Location 661-208-4490
40125 10
th St West
Palmdale, CA 93551
Lancaster Location 661-341-3912
2043 West Avenue J
Lancaster, CA 93534
Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, furniture, housewares &
more.
New to You Thrift Store
44256 10th St W 661-942-4119
Lancaster, CA 93534
10 am-5 pm
Closed Saturdays and Sundays
New 4U Kids Consignment
42741 45
th St West Suite G 661-722-7641
Quartz Hill, CA 93536
http://www.new4ukids.com/
Treasured Twice Consignment
661-209-0423
Semi-Annual consignment (Sept/Oct & Jan/Feb, check website for details)
www.treasuredtwice.com
Salvation Army Store 661-940-5072
1050 Commerce Center Dr.
Lancaster, CA 93534
Thrift store and donation center.
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June 2021
Counseling
A Second Wind Violence Prevention Project
38733 9th St East Suite M 661-947-6642
Palmdale, CA 93550
Anger management & domestic violence counseling services, for family, couples, & individuals
Child and Family Guidance Center
40005 10th St West Suite 106 661-265-8627
Palmdale, CA 93551
School based therapy, Medication management, family psychiatrist, services for kids 0-18.
Medi-Cal only.
AV Family Connections 661-965-6455
44705 Date Avenue
Lancaster, CA 93534
Marriage, Family, Child, Crisis, Anxiety and Depression& Anger Management Counseling
Hathaway–Sycamores
Child and Family Services
44738 Sierra Hwy 661-942-5749
Lancaster, CA 93534
Outpatient mental health services, wraparound and in-home counseling services, & psychiatric
care, community mental health services.
Mental Health America 661-726-2850
506 West Jackman St
Lancaster, CA 93534
Support services and adult integrated services.
www.Mhala.org
OUTreach Center 661-927-7433
(LGBT Community Center)
44845 Cedar Avenue
Lancaster, CA 93534
www.outreachcenterav.org
Youth groups, support groups, social activities, individual & family counseling
Personal Involvement Center
44300 Lowtree Avenue 661-418-5093
Lancaster CA 93534
Free individual counseling & parenting classes
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June 2021
Penny Lane 661-266-4783
43520 Division St
Lancaster, CA 93535
www.pennylane.org
Wraparound, mental health services, adoption & foster care.
Intensive services, family preservation & transitional housing for TAY.
Palmdale Vineyard 661-947-2222
509 E. Palmdale Blvd.
Palmdale CA, 93550
Parenting classes, Substance Abuse Support Groups, Anger Management, Domestic Violence
and Mental Health support groups
Tarzana Treatment Center
44447 N 10th St. West 661-726-2630
Lancaster, CA 93534
Medical, Counseling, & Chemical Dependency Center, residential and outpatient services Drug
and Alcohol Counseling, Domestic Violence classes, Primary Care and Youth Services
National Alliance on Mental Illness
44349 Lowtree, Suite 104 661-341-8041
Lancaster Ca, 93534
Spanish and English family and individual support groups for people living with or affected by
mental illness.
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June 2021
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault &
Survivor Resources
California Victim Compensation Program (CalVCP) 1-800-777-9229
Reimbursement of expenses for crime victims
CA State VINE 1-877-411-5588
(Victim Information and Notification Every Day)
Notification system for crime victims to obtain reliable information about the status of criminal
cases & the custody status of offenders 24 hours a day
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
Call center offering referrals for domestic violence and sexual assault victims
National Sexual Assault HotlineRAINN 1-800-656-HOPE
(Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
www.rainn.org
Online hotline & resources
Rape Crisis Center 661-949-6143
1150 West Avenue I
Lancaster, CA 93534
Crisis intervention for Sexual Assault Survivors & their families and 1:1 counseling service.
Valley Oasis 661-945-6736
DV services, DV shelter and homeless assistance services. Appointment recommended.
Two Lifestyles 661-402-3076
1224 East Avenue S, Suite C
Palmdale, CA 93550
Women only groups on anger management, parenting, victims of DV, women batterers, youth
support services, and sexual abuse awareness. Registration required for all classes and small
fee. DCFS drug testing daily from 7am- 8pm
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June 2021
Emergency Assistance Programs
&
Faith Based Organizations
Catalyst Foundation 661-948-8559
547 Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster CA 93534
Housing services and resources for people living with chronic conditions such as HIV and AIDS
and SSI applicant assistance.
Lancaster United Methodist Church
918 West Avenue J 661-942-0419
Lancaster, CA 93534
Hot meals Monday & Thursday 12:00-1:00p
Grace Resource Center 661-940-5272
45134 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93534
Provides hot meals:
Tuesday 5:30-6:30p
Wednesday 5:30-6:30p, Friday 6:00-7:00p,
Sunday 1:30-3:00p
Emergency clothing, groceries, diapers, and formula. Some classes call for info.
Living Stone Cathedral of Worship
37721 N. 100
th St East 661-944-4128
Littlerock, CA 93543
Food giveaway 2
nd & 4
th Wednesday 11am—12:30p
Salvation Army 661-948-3418
44517 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93534
Hot meals Tuesday, & Friday 11:00-12:00p
Food Box Wednesday 9:00-10:30am
Clothing voucher once every 6 months
SAVES 661-267-5191
1002 East Avenue Q-12
Palmdale, CA 93550
Food pantry, clothing & discount bus passes. Varying hours call ahead.
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June 2021
Shekinah Worship Center 661-940-8378
42640 10th Street West, Lancaster, CA. 93534
Hours of operation: Hot meals every last Saturday of the month from 10am to 1pm, must arrive
at 9am to receive ticket
St. Vincent DePaul 661-942-3222
Food Pantry
45058 Trevor Avenue
Lancaster, CA 93534
Sack Lunch served:
Mon, Wed, Thurs, & Sat. 9:30am-11:30pm
Clothing:
Mon & Wed 10am-12pm
Haircuts:
Monday 8:30am-11:00am
Total Deliverance Church 661-951-9881
2733 West Avenue L
Lancaster, CA 93536
Food ministry year-round & Thanksgiving
Toy giveaway every December
Twin Lakes Community Church 661-264-1215
Drive up, pre-bagged grocery service, and church service.
17213 Lake Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. 93591
Hours of operation Monday through Friday,
10am to 12:30pm
More info: Twin Lakes COVID19 Updates
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June 2021
Employment & Job Training
DPSS Cal WORKS 1-866-613-3777
Helpline for enrolled client 1-626-569-1399
349 East Avenue K-6 Suite B
Lancaster, CA 93535
Cal-Fresh and Cal Works application and case management services.
Employment Development Department (EDD)
www.edd.ca.gov
GAIN
(Case Management) 1-855-219-4154
1050 East Palmdale Blvd Suite 204
Palmdale, CA 93550
Child care funds, transportation & job search workshops
Work Source
AV One-Stop Career Center
Lancaster Location 661-726-4128
1420 West Avenue I
Lancaster, CA 93534
South Valley Location 661-265-7421
38510 Sierra Hwy
Palmdale, CA 93550
Job search resource center, internet job search, library, resume assistance, computer & fax
available
Farmers Market
Lancaster Boulevard 661-723-6077
Farmer’s Market
Every Thursday (Summer hrs. 4p-9p, Winter hrs. 3-7pm)
Lancaster Blvd, between Fern and Ehrlich Ave.
Lancaster, CA 93534
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June 2021
Housing Assistance
Valley Oasis 661-239-9300
Singles & Families
310 E. Palmdale Blvd. Suite A
Palmdale CA, 93550
Permanent & temporary housing for families and singles
Homeless Assistance Program
Mental Health America 661-726-2850
506 West Jackman St
Lancaster, CA 93534
Mail service, showers, & transitional program for ages 18-25
Housing Authority 661-575-1511
Housing assistance, Section 8, rental list, & financial education
www.lacda.org
LA Homeless Service 213-225-6581
Authority
Section 8 Housing 1-800-731-4663
On-line Applications @ www.lacda.org
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June 2021
Legal Assistance
Antelope Valley Juvenile Court
1040 West Avenue J 661-483-5924
Lancaster, CA 93534
M-F 8am- 4:30pm
AV Self Help Legal Access Center
(LA Superior Court, Lancaster) 1-800-433-6251
42011 4
th St West
3
rd Floor, Rm. 3700
http://www.nls-la.org
Family law, housing, employment, name change, restraining order, health, community &
consumer law
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30a-12p, 1:30p-4p; Fri 8:30a-12p
Cash Assistance Programs for Immigrants (CAP)
(Social Security Office) 1-800-772-1213
Child Support 1-866-901-3212
Greater Valley Immigration, Citizenship
And Education Services
1305 East Palmdale Blvd #9 661-272-1424
Palmdale, CA 93550
Refugee Programs Bureau
1-916-654-4356
www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/refugees
National Human Trafficking
Resource Center 1-888-373-7888
Registrar-Recorder County Clerk
44509 16
th St West, Suite 3 1-800-201-8999
Lancaster, CA 93534
Birth, death & marriage records
Sheriff’s Department
Lancaster Location 661-948-8466
501 West Lancaster Blvd
Lancaster, CA 93534
Palmdale Location 661-272-2400
750 East Avenue Q
Palmdale, CA 93550
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June 2021
Social Security Office
42225 10
th St West, Suite A 1-800-722-1213
Lancaster, CA 93534
Social security card, SSI and SSD applications and services.
M&T 9am-4pm
W 9am-12pm
Th&F 9am-4pm
Superior Court
661-483-5536
42011 4
th St West
Lancaster, CA 93534
Libraries
Lake Los Angeles Library 661-264-0593
16921 East Avenue O #A
Palmdale, CA 93591
Lancaster Library 661-948-5029
601 West Lancaster Blvd
Lancaster, CA 93534
Littlerock Library 661-944-4138
35119 80th St East
Littlerock, CA 93543
Palmdale Library 661-267-5600
700 East Palmdale Blvd
Palmdale, CA 93550
Quartz Hill Library 661-943-2454
5040 W. Ave. M-2
Quartz Hill, CA 93536
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June 2021
Maternal & Child Services
AVPH Healthy Families America
44226 10th St West 661-942-4719
Lancaster, CA 93534
In-home visitation serving pregnant mothers or mothers with children up to 3 months of age, to
promote healthy birth outcomes, assist in creating & sustaining healthy, nurturing, enriched &
safe homes. Focus on child abuse prevention, LVN & Family Support Workers provide
education on labor & delivery, pregnancy health, breastfeeding, child development, parenting,
caring for new baby, and referrals to local agencies.
AVPH Welcome Baby 661-942-4719
44226 10th St West
Lancaster, CA 93534
This program is available to pregnant women of all income levels who live in LA County and
plan to deliver at a participating WB hospital. WB offers one-on-one appointments to provide
information to help nurture healthy development, help with breastfeeding & referrals to
additional resources
Children’s Bureau Black Infant Health 661-949-0131
921 West Avenue J Suite C
Lancaster, CA 93534
Group sessions & client centered case management to help African American women develop
life skills, learn strategies for reducing stress & build social support. Encourage healthy birth
outcomes & health promoting goals for women & their infants.
Children’s Bureau 661-272-9996
Palmdale
1529 East Palmdale Blvd # 210
Palmdale, CA 93550
Children’s therapy and foster family therapy, mental health counseling, school- based services
and out-patient services.
Lancaster
921 West Avenue J Suite C 661-949-0131
Lancaster, CA 93534
Children’s Bureau 661-949-0131
Partnership for Families
921 West Avenue J Suite C
Lancaster, CA 93534
Home visitation program for pregnant women in the AV.
Support services include parenting, counseling, teaching/demonstrating, parent self-help &
other referrals to community agencies as needed
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June 2021
The Children’s Center 661-949-1206
Of Antelope Valley
45111 Fern Avenue
Lancaster, CA 93534
Child abuse prevention, intervention, treatment, education, family support, & children’s therapy.
TAY program serving youth16-25 at risk of homelessness or homeless
Dept. Public Health Calworks Home Visiting Line
Mighty Little Giants (213) 590-4859
www.mightylittlegiants.org
info@mightylittlegiants.org
Provides support, education and hope for mothers and fathers experiencing preterm deliveries
resulting in long-term stays in the hospitals’ NICU. MLG’s mission is to bridge and stand in the
gap for families with babies in the NICU by embracing MLG’s core values – Integrity,
Compassion and Encouragement – ultimately giving them peace and becoming their light during
their dark and difficult season. "
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June 2021
Maternal Depression, Counseling &
Support
Women’s and Infant Pavilion
44155 15th St West 661-726-6210
Lancaster, CA 93534
Education and Breastfeeding Center
Various support groups & educational classes/lectures. Call for information
Wesley Health Centers
(formerly AV Community Clinic) 661-942-2391
Karen Gilmore, LCSW 661-902-1962
Cindy Rodriguez, MH Coordinator
661-942-2391 ext. 425
Fax: 661-341-3878
Palmdale
2151 East Palmdale Blvd
Palmdale, CA 93550
Lancaster
45104 10th St West
Lancaster, CA 93534
East Palmdale
37926 E. 47th St., Suite D
Palmdale CA, 93552
AV Family Connections 661-965-6455
Joanna Morse, MA, MFT
44709 Date Avenue
Lancaster, CA 93534
Marriage, Family, Child, Crisis, Anxiety and Depression& Anger Management Counseling
LA County Department of Mental Health (Access Center for AV)
349 East Avenue K-6 Suite A 661-723-4260
Lancaster, CA 93535
LA County Department of Mental Health 1-800-854-7771
(Psychiatric Evaluation Team)
Gatekeeping, referrals to mental health services and emergency crisis services.
A Caring Minds
Megan Munro, PHD
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June 2021
1028 West Avenue L12 Suite 107 661-400-6193
Lancaster, CA 93534
Mental Health America 661-726-2850
506 West Jackman St
Lancaster, CA 93535
Housing aid, homeless support, nurse, therapy and counseling.
Office of Women’s Health Resource Line 1-800-994-9662
Postpartum Education for Parents
311 Baby Hotline 1-800-311-2229
Postpartum Support International
Aid & access to local support 1-800-944-4773
www.postpartum.net
Suicide Hotline
English (Including vets) 1-800-273-8255
Spanish 1-888-628-9454
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June 2021
Pregnancy, OBGYN & Family Planning
AV Birth Center 661-733-6945
1505 W Avenue J Suite 203
Lancaster, CA 93534
Water birth center, midwifery care, childbirth classes & parenting resources
AV Hospital OB Clinic
Lancaster 661-726-6180
44105 15
th St West Suite 301
Lancaster, CA 93534
Women’s Clinic 661-947-0400
(Antelope Valley Pregnancy Counseling Center)
1334 East Palmdale Blvd Suite E
Palmdale, CA 93550
Free pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, referrals, diapers, crisis counseling, maternity
clothing, baby items & supplies as well as referrals & post abortion services.
Care Net 661-729-4277
Women’s resource center
44733 10
th Street West
Lancaster, CA 93534
Free pregnancy testing, ultrasound, counseling & referrals, Lamaze & labor coaching, maternity
& baby clothing, diapers, father’s support group etc.
Elizabeth House 626-577-4434
Maternity Shelter
Adult pregnant women in crisis
First Health Medical Clinic
822 East Avenue K 661-579-9760
Lancaster, CA 93535
LA County High Desert Regional Center
335 East Avenue I 661-471-4000
Lancaster, CA 93534
No Emergency Services
Planned Parenthood 1-800-576-5544
533 East Palmdale Blvd Suite 533-A1 Palmdale, CA 93550
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June 2021
Schools & Adult Education
Antelope Valley Adult School
45110 3rd St East 661-942-3042
Lancaster, CA 93534
Offers literacy services, diploma, GED, ESL, Citizenship classes & Career technical education
classes
www.avadulted.org
Antelope Valley Union High
School District 661-948-7655
44811 North Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93534
Diploma program, GED, ESL, ABE, citizenship, career tech prep
Desert Sands Charter High School 4
4130 20
th St West
661-942-3357
Lancaster, CA 93534
Independent study high school program
Empower Generations 661-306-4361
43301 Division St Unite 304,
Lancaster CA 93535
Tuition free high school for pregnant & parenting teens, flexible schedules, no childcare needed
Lancaster School District
Preschool Programs 661-723-0351
808 West Avenue J
Lancaster, CA 93534
Free Preschool for eligible parents
Special Needs / Disabled Children Program
Options for Youth
Public Charter Schools
Lancaster
661-522-4322
1160 Commerce Dr.
Lancaster, CA 93534
Palmdale
661-579-3600
2140 East Palmdale Blvd
Palmdale, CA 93550
For students ages 14-24
Palmdale School District
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June 2021
Palmdale 661-947-7191
39139 10
th St East
Palmdale, CA 93550
Learn 4 Life 877-360-5327
Lancaster
43145 Business Center Pkwy,
Lancaster, Ca 93535
Palmdale
37212 47th Street East,
Palmdale, CA 93552
Early Head Start Home 661-273-4710
975 East Avenue P-8
Palmdale, CA 93550
(Between Ave Q and Ave P)
Youth Build 661-266-8900
38626 9
th St East
Palmdale, CA 93550
Alternative school for students ages 16-24; Students work
toward earning their High School Diploma as well as learning job skills & helping to build
affordable housing in the community.
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June 2021
Special Needs Services
Special Parents Network
NLACRC Regional Center
43210 Gingham Ave 661-945-9598
Lancaster CA, 93535
Free state services for families, relatives, caregivers & professionals involved with children with
Autism and other special needs. English and Spanish. Contact office for times and locations.
Discovery Resource Center
1529 East Palmdale Blvd Suite 113 661-947-1595
Palmdale, CA 93550
Linkage, peer support groups, Mental health services, homeless assistance and advocacy.
Family Focus Resource Center
(Located in regional center)
43210 Gingham Avenue 661-945-9598
Lancaster, CA 93535
Parent-to-parent mentoring & support for families with children with special needs: ADD,
Dyslexia, Physical and mental impairment & developmental delays. Support information &
referral services for families with children with special needs from birth to 22 years.
AV College Office for Students
With Disabilities 661-722-6300
3041 West Avenue K
Ext. 6724
Lancaster, CA 93536
Antelope Valley Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled
(Day Star)
661-945-7290
Adult Services
646 West Lancaster Blvd Suite 109
Lancaster, CA 93534
Adult day care services for people with developmental disabilities. Must be referred through
regional center.
Community Therapy-Baby Steps
Lancaster 661-945-7878
43860 10
th St, West
Lancaster, CA 93534
Therapy & Early Intervention Services
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June 2021
Beltone Hearing Aid Center
753 W Lancaster Blvd 661-948-4573
Lancaster, CA 93534
Hearing aids and hearing testing
The Braille Institute 323- 663-1111
Services for people that are visually impaired: Classes, low vision department, library.
California Children’s Services Palmdale Medical Therapy Unit
Palmdale 661-456-1255
37005 Hillcrest Drive
Palmdale, CA 93552
Physical and occupational therapy by referral only.
Desert Haven 661-948-8402
43437 Copeland Circle
Lancaster, CA 93535
Provides services for individuals with special needs
Early Childhood Education
Palmdale School District 661-273-4710
975 East Avenue P-8
Palmdale, CA 93552
Free Pre-School for Eligible Families
Lancaster School District
Preschool Programs 661-723-0351
44327 Fig Avenue
Lancaster, CA 93534
Free Preschool for eligible parents
Special Needs / Disabled Children Programs
Hear USA 661-949-1824
2054 West Avenue K
Lancaster CA 93534
Hearing screening and Hearing Aids
North Los Angeles County
Regional Center 661-945-6761
43210 Gingham Avenue Suite 3
Lancaster, CA 93535
Provides services for children ages 0-3 years with developmental delays or at risk for delays.
Sonus Hearing Care Associates
44407 10th Street West Suite 1 661-942-7030
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June 2021
Lancaster CA 93534
Hearing screening and Hearing Aids
Translation & Interpretation Services
Gateway Languages 1-888-282-8948
http://gatewaylanguages.com/
Translation Services 1-888-294-3032
Transportation
Antelope Valley Transit Authority
42210 6
th St West 661-945-9445
Lancaster, CA 93536
www.avta.com
Local bus service in the AV, commuter services, bus passes, Dial-A-Ride and free rides to those
65 years & older
Access Paratransit 1-800-827-0829
www.accessla.org
Curb-to-curb shared ride service for functionally disabled individuals in LA County. Call to
schedule a Transit Evaluation appointment to determine eligibility
MetroLink 1-800-371-5465
Train services
Lancaster Station
44812 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93534
Palmdale Station
39000 Clock Tower Plaza Dr.
Palmdale, CA 93550
www.metrolinktrains.com
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June 2021
Hotlines
Child Abuse Reporting Hotline 1-800-540-4000
Domestic Violence 661-945-6736
Elder Abuse Hotline 1-877-477-3646
LA County Department of Mental Health
1-800-854-7771
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 1-800-843-5678
National Runaway Safeline 1-800-786-2929
Statewide Spanish Speaking Crisis Hotline
1-800-303-7432
Youth Crisis Line 1-800-843-5200
Los Angeles County Information 661-272-0964
Dial 211 for information 211
LA County Child Protection Hotline
Child Abuse Prevention Hotline 1-800-540-4000
Domestic Violence Shelter Hotline 661-945-6736
Cal-Works 661-723-7772
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June 2021
Groups, Coalitions & Online Groups
Men’s Group
Group is made up of those identifying as he/him that would like to learn and work on topics such
as, Becoming a better dad, husband, friend, Find direction with things like career/purpose and
get advice from others who have already been through a similar situation, saving you time and
energy.
Contact: Daniel McDaniel dcosbymcdaniel@dmh.lacounty.gov
Operation Motherhood
Group is made up of people identifying as her/ she that would like to learn and work or work on
topics such as, becoming a better mom, learning comradery through like minded women and
learning from others that have been through similar situations.
Contact: Chaka Khan Theus ctheus@dmh.lacounty.gov