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Charter Oak Unified School District Resource Guide

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Charter Oak Unified School District Community Resource Guide303 Glendora Ave, Covina, CA, 91724Phone: 626-967-6354 ext. 50232

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“You may not control allthe events that happen toyou, but you can decide notto be reduced by them. - Maya Angelou

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Table of Contents Crisis Support.........................pg. 3 Mental Health.........................pg. 4 Food.........................................pg. 5 Housing...................................pg. 6 Employment...........................pg. 7 Health + Medical....................pg. 8 Substance abuse....................pg. 8 Utilities...................................pg. 10 Transportation......................pg. 10 Immigration/Other................pg 101.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.

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Crisis Substance Abuse and Mental HealthServices Administration's (SAMHSA's)National HelplineSAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (inEnglish and Spanish) for individuals and families facingmental and/or substance use disorders.24/7 Hotline 1-800-662-HELP (4357)https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helplineNational Suicide Prevention LifelineThe 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, confidential support topeople in suicidal crisis or mental health-relateddistress. By calling or texting 988, you’ll connect tomental health professionals with the Lifeline network.24/7 Hotline 988Trevor Project Lifeline The Trevor Lifeline provides support to LGBTQ youthsand allies in crisis or in need of a safe and judgment-freeplace to talk24/7 Hotline 800-788-7386https://www.thetrevorproject.org/LA Found L.A. Found is a countywide initiative to help locateindividuals who wander due to dementia, Alzheimer’s,autism, or other cognitive impairing conditions24/7 Hotline 833-569-7651https://lafound.lacounty.gov/emergency-coordination/*Contact 911 immediately if your loved one goes missing. Los Angeles County Domestic ViolenceHotlineProvides confidential assistance to anyone affected bydomestic violence through a free 24-hour hotline, servicesavailable in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean andVietnamese.24/7 Hotline 1-800-978-3600National Sexual Assault HotlineThe National Sexual Assault Hotline provides confidentialassistance to anyone affected by sexual assault through alive chat and a free 24-hour hotline24/7 Hotline 800-656-4673https://hotline.rainn.org/onlineChildHelp National Child Abuse HotlineThe ChildHelp National Child Abuse Hotline providesconfidential assistance to anyone affect by child abusethrough a live chat and a free 24-hour hotline.24/7 Hotline 800-656-4673or text HELPhttps://www.childhelp.org/childhelp-hotline/National Human TraffickingThe National Human Trafficking Hotline providesconfidential assistance to anyone affected by humantrafficking through a live chat and a free 24-hour hotline.24/7 Hotline 888-373-7888 or text HELP to 233733https://humantraffickinghotline.orgTeen Help LineIf you have a problem or just want to talk with another Teenwho understands, then this is the right place for you! 1-310-855-4673, or text “TEEN” to 8398636pm-10pm dailyhttps://www.teenline.org/LA County Elder Abuse Hotline24/7 Hotline877-477-3646If you are concerned that a senior is being victimized, pleasecontact your local law enforcement agency and/or the LosAngeles County Elder Abuse HotlineGlendora Community HospitalGlendora Community Hospital provides partialhospitalization/day treatment, hospital inpatienttreatment and residential treatment and is classified as apsychiatric hospital or psychiatric unit of a generalhospital. (626) 852-6150https://www.glendorahospital.com/services/150 W. Route 66, Glendora, CA 91740M-F 8am-5pm

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Mental HealthCenter for Integrated Family ServicesIndividual, family, and group counseling provided as well as psychiatricevaluations and diagnoses. Works with Medical and sliding scale for thosewithout insurance.(626) 966-1577 https://www.cifhs.org/540 S. Eremland Drive, Covina, CA 91723M-Th 9am-7pm/F 9am-5pm New Hope Christian CounselingSliding scale counseling for adults, adolescents, and children. Therapistsdo not discriminate based on religious beliefs of any client, all arewelcome. (626) 967-6421, Ext 2015https://www.newhopechristiancounseling.org/1175 E. Garvey, Ste 102, Covina, CA 91724M-F 8am-8pmCommunity Counseling Center - Azuza PacificUniversityMental Health Support and Psychiatric services offered on a sliding scale atcompetitively low costs (626) 966-1577https://www.apu.edu/ccc/about/918 E. Alosta Ave, Azusa, CA 91741M-Th 9am-8pm/F 9am-4pm Sycamore ServicesIndividual counseling and community based services. Only accepts Medical.1411 N. Grand Avenue, Suite 100, Covina, CA 91724Phone: (626) 388-9050M-F 8:30am-5pmEast Valley Community Health CenterProvides various mental health services on a sliding scale .(626) 919-4333 ext. 3117https://www.evchc.org/behavioral-health420 S. Glendora Avenue | West Covina, CA 91790Tri-City Mental HealthComprehensive mental health services for Children, transition-age youth,and families. Services include individual and family therapy, specializedservices for children under age 5, case management, 24/7 crisis support,transportation assistance, job training and employment opportunities,and so much more!909-623-6131https://tricitymhs.org/2008 N. Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91767M-Th 8:30am - 5:30pm/Friday: 8am - 5pmNot sure where to start? Call800-854-7771Provides linkages to mental health resourcesin your area, crisis counseling, mental healthscreenings/assessments, and referrals toservice providers.ENKI Counseling Counseling for adults, individual, and group therapy for children, parentingsupport groups, foster care program, and intensive psychiatric care. Services areprovided on a sliding scale.https://www.enkihealth.orgLa Puente160 S. Seventh Ave., La Puente, CA 91744M-F 8am-5pm(626) 961-8971West Covina1215 W. West Covina Parkway, West Covina, CA 91790M 9am-6pm, T-Th 10am-7pm, F 8am-5pm(626) 974-0770 Aurora Behavioral Health CareAurora Charter Oak Hospital is licensed and accredited as a 134-bedpsychiatric hospital providing short-term care for adolescents (ages 13-17)and adults (ages 18+) with mental health and/or substance use problems.Accepts Medicare and offers sliding scale for those without insurance.Open 24/7.877-674-7781https://www.charteroakhospital.com/1161 E. Covina Blvd, Covina, CA 91724Care SolaceCOUSD is partnered with Care Solace, a free tool that assists individuals infinding local counseling-related services.. Care Solace services are availableat no cost to COUSD students, families and staff. Works with a variety ofinsurance, including uninsured. Visit the site today to get connected toaffordable counseling resources near you.www.caresolace.com/cousd

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FoodCatholic CharitiesProvides basic needs assistance with food, clothing,temporary shelter through motel vouchers;transportation, information and referral services;specialized housing stabilization program, includingmove-in assistance and utilities subsidies for low-income households; CalFresh application site center;and special events throughout the year.https://catholiccharitiesla.org/san-gabriel-region/San Juan Diego Community Services Center(626) 575-76524171 North Tyler Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731 Brownson House Community Services Center213-251-35121307 Warren Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033Mon-Fri: 9am-1pmACTION Food PantryWeekly food distribution Thursdays 12pm-3pm. TheACTION Food Pantry is serving numerous families a week,including single parents, the working poor, senior citizens,disabled, unemployed persons and the homeless. (626) 319-0554 http://www.actiontogether.info/Grace Lutheran Church17880 East Covina Blvd, Covina, CA 91722Shepherd's PantryFree weekly food distribution, clothing distribution,haircuts, case management, and more. *only Glendora location offers haircuts + clothingdistributionGlendora:626.852.7630657 E. Arrow Highway, Ste J, Glendora, CA 91740Wednesday / Thursday / 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMIrwindale:626.305.03921418 Arrow Highway, Irwindale, CA 91706Tuesdays 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMProject 29:11 Food BankFree weekly food distribution Fridays 1pm-4pm. Must bringvalid I.D. and utility bill. (626) 634-5319https://project2911.net/418 North 2nd Avenue, Covina, California 91723Inland Valley Hope PartnersFree 4-5 day of food supply every 30 days. Food isdistributed Mon, Wed, Fri. between 2-4 PM909-622-3806110 E. Third Street San Dimas, CA 91773 https://www.inlandvalleyhopepartners.org/uploads/FoodSecurityProgramInformationSheet.pdfElim Food PartnersFree food distributions Saturday 7am-9am626-915-5300550 S. Hollenbenck Ave, Covina CA 91723Bethany ChurchFree food distribution 3rd Saturday of each Month 9am626-962-8501763 N. Sunset Ave., West Covina., CA 91790AYC San GabrielFree food distribution Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:00am to 4:00pm or onSaturdays from 8:30am to 1:00pm. Must call ahead forappointment.626-537-0954100 W. Clary Ave, San Gabriel, CA 91776

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Housing + SheltersMcGill Street HouseA seven-bed transitional housing for homeless women withchildren (a collaborative with the City of Covina).(909) 629-1335460 E. Holt Avenue, Suite 98, Pomona, CA 91767Pomona Community Services CenterProvides homeless prevention and rapid rehousingprograms (move-in, rental and utilities assistance, andmotel vouchers); linkages to community resources; andfinancial assistance subject to funding and geographicalrestrictions. (909) 629-13311460 E. Holt Avenue, Suite 98, Pomona, CA 91767Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Our House Family ShelterRoom and board + mandatory case management services,psychosocial counseling, employment assistance, life skillstraining, transportation, and more. Open to children + parents +single women experiencing homelessness. 909-622-3806 ext. 107. https://www.inlandvalleyhopepartners.org/Program-Services/Claremont-Homeless-Advocacy-Program.asp1753 N Park Ave, Pomona, CA 91768 East San Gabriel Valley Coalition for theHomelessA seven-bed transitional housing for homeless women withchildren (a collaborative with the City of Covina).626-333-720415701 Hill St. La Puente, CA 91744Monday to Friday 8.30am until 1.30pmYWCA San Gabriel ValleyDomestic violence shelter for women , 24/7 hotline(626) 967-0658 https://www.ywcasgv.org/101 South Barranca Ave, Covina, CA 91723 *main office, shelteraddress is confidentialNot sure where to start? Call 626-337-0140to connect with a housing representative forfamilies of San Gabriel Valley experiencinghomelessness or at risk of being homeless. 8am-5pm Monday-FridayPacific Clinics HOPE Drop-In CenterCenter for youth ages 16-25 experiencing homelessness,provides free lunch, showers, computer access, job training,weekly classes, laundry machines, motel vouchers, andmore. Must present a valid ID, if none is possessed, PacificClinics will waive the DMV fee to apply for identification. 626-337-382813001 Ramona Blvd., Suite I, Irwindale, CA 91706Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pmFamily Promise of San GabrielValleyNetwork of locations that house families one week at atime while finding supportive solutions tohomelessness. Program includes day care center withweekly case management and wraparound services. 626-569-0991https://www.familypromisesgv.org/programs/apply.html1005 E. Las Tunas Blvd #525, San Gabriel, California91776M-F 8am-4pmWomen's and Children's Crisis ShelterWCCS provides free services and support to victims ofdomestic violence residing in LA County. 24/7 immediateassistance in English and Spanish + confidential shelter.562-945-3939https://www.wccshope.org/7702 Washington Ave 2nd Floor, Whittier, CA, 90602 * *mainoffice, shelter address is confidential

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EmploymentAmerica's Job Center of California(AJCC) Free job training assistance, unemployment insurance,interview prep, post-employment services, preparing aresume, and more. Free youth employment servicesprioritizing CalWORKs, Probation, Foster, Homeless,transition-aged youth (TAY), Low-Income households,LGBTQ, offenders, and ESL learners.https://edd.ca.gov/en/Jobs_and_Training/TCLobbyBaldwin Park (626) 856-41254640 Maine Ave Baldwin Park Adult School, ACT Center,Baldwin Park , CA 91706M-F 8am-5pmLa Puente(626) 934-570014101 E. Nelson Ave. Hacienda La Puente Adult SchoolLaPuente, CA 91746M-F 8am-5pmPomona Valley 909-242-79991460 E. Holt Avenue Suite 130Pomona, CA 91767M-F 8am-5pmPomona Economic Opportunity Center Employment for day laborers, household workers and immigrant workers to find safe work at a fair wage +obtainnew trades and skills that improve their employability andquality of life.(909) 397-42151682 W. Mission Blvd. Pomona, CA 917667 AM – 1:00 PM (Monday – Saturday)Los Angeles Trade-Tech CommunityCollegeOffers a multitude of vocational programs such as plumber,electrician, welding, barbering, automotive repair, computerinformation systems, real estate, digital media, and muchmore. 213-763-7000https://www.lattc.edu/about400 West Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015LACOE GAIN DivisionOffers a variety of resources, including virtual resources, toprepare welfare-to-work clients for the modern workforce.Regularly hosts career events for jobseekers in LA countysuch as Hiring Spree LA. Works to promote re-entry in theworkforce through criminal record expungement, drugtreatment, and education. 562-922-8600https://lacoegain.org/9525 Imperial Highway, ECE 400,Downey, CA, 90242Free Resume BuilderGuided online help with creating your resume—free, fromhome!https://www.indeed.com/create-resumeJob OpeningsPlaces great candidates to work with reputable businessacross Los Angeles County. Whether you're looking for aadministrative/office services, commercial/industrial, skilledtrades, or professional positions at all levels, express Covina,will help you find the work you need, for free!https://www.expresspros.com/CovinaCA/Job-Seekers/Default.aspx

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Substance AbuseNational Council on Alcoholism andDrug Dependence of East San Gabrieland Pomona Valleys (NCADD) Prevention, treatment, education, and referral servicesregarding alcoholism/drug addiction. Resources foradolescent + adult outpatient programs, DUI services,family reunification, anger management, and more.(626) 331-5316 https://www.ncaddesgpv.org/4626 N. Grand Ave, Covina, CA 91724M-Th 8am-9pm, F 8am-5:30pm Al Anon Los Angeles https://alanonla.store/meetings/ 818-547-3027 Al-Anon is an organization of groups of relatives and friendsof alcoholics who gather together to solve their commonproblem and share their experience. Attend one of thesemeetings to see if Al-Anon might be right for you. The onlyrequirement for membership is that you have been affectedby someone’s drinking, and all that will be asked of you isyour first name. East Valley Community Health CenterEast Valley accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, and CoveredCalifornia. If you are uninsured, East Valley will assist youwith specific programs in accordance with their eligibilityrequirements. No one is turned away because of aninability to pay.(626) 919-4333https://www.evchc.org/420 S. Glendora Avenue | West Covina, CA 91790 M-Th:8AM – 7PMF-Sat: 7:30AM – 4PMCHOICES Women's Resource CenterProvides free and confidential services for women includingfree pregnancy testing, abortion information, ultrasounds,parenting classes, and more.909-444-2999https://choicescenter.org/3560 W. Temple Ave., Suite H, Pomona, CA 91768 M-T: 10am-3pm/Th: 1pm-7pm/Fr: 8am-12pmFoothill Unity CenterFree dental and vision screenings, dental procedures, eyeexams, glasses, and eyeglass vouchers from mobile and on sitedental and vision clinics, flu vaccines, diabetes/blood pressurescreenings, nutrition, exercise groups, and much more.(626)358-3486790 W. Chestnut Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016https://foothillunitycenter.org/health-program/Health + Medical CareLa Puente Health CenterHealth care center for pediatrics, adults, and women'shealth. Call first to make an appointment.626-986-2900https://dhs.lacounty.gov/lapuente/15930 Central Ave, La Puente, CA 91744M-F 8am-5pm

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Utilities assistance Free/Discounted Wifi Wifi assistance programs in Los Angeles for low-incomefamilies. Call number for help enrolling877-789-9889 https://www.everyoneon.org/Discounted electricity billElectricity cost savings program to decrease your electricitybill by up to 30%. *must be a customer of Southern CaliforniaEdison. Apply online: https://www.sce.com/residential/assistance/fera-careor by phone: 1-800-447-6620Discounted gas billNatural gas cost savings program. Find out if you qualify.*must be a member of Southern California Gas Company.Apply online: https://www.socalgas.com/save-money-and-energy/assistance-programs/california-alternate-rates-for-energyor by phone:1-800-427-2200Public transportation West Covina ShuttleClean and safe shuttle transporting you around the city ofWest Covina for only $1 per ride! Go to the link for fullshuttle schedule + map800-425-5777https://www.westcovina.org/home/showpublisheddocument/20833/637812234456870000Monday-Friday 6:30am-7:00pmMetro PassesK-12 students can get a month metro pass for $24, and ifstudents are residents of Glendora price is reduced to $17. https://www.taptogo.net/Reduced_Fare#studentVisit Glendora Transportation Center: 410 E Dalton Ave, Glendora, CA 91741

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Assistance Leage Covina Valley Nonprofit organization providing a variety of free services tothe community. Operation School BellElementary school children are dressed at AssistanceLeague’s facilities and receive new clothing, shoes, socks,underwear, back pack with school supplies, and hygiene kits.Middle and high school students are treated to personalshopping trips to a local department store where they selecttheir own school clothing, shoes, and supplies.Learning CenterThe Learning Center provides credentialed and highlyqualified teachers to individually tutor students in theircurrent grade level to assist students in reaching theirlearning potential in their academic efforts.Assault Survivor KitsThe Assault Survivor Kits program supports adults andchildren who are victims of sexual, physical, and/or mentalassault by providing new clothes to wear home from medicalfacilities after their own clothing is retained by lawenforcement officers for evidence.And so much more!(626) 966-7550https://www.assistanceleague.org/covina-valley/636 E. San Bernardino Road, Covina, CA 91723Immigration Resource Center of SanGabriel ValleyLow-cost immigration legal services, educationalevents, and connections to local community resources.Works with DACA/DACA renewals, green cardreplacements/renewals, employment authorizationreplacements/renewals/naturalization, fee waivers, andreferrals to immigration lawyers. (626) 509-9472https://ircsgv.org/303 W Colorado Blvd,Monrovia, CA 91016OtherCatholic Charities of Los AngelesGeneral resource hub for community resources all overLos Angeles. Free programs, referrals, and resources toalleviate hunger, fight homelessness, guide children andteens, escape domestic violence, protect the elderly,and assist refugees. 213-251-3400https://catholiccharitiesla.org/1531 James M. Wood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Nonprofit law firm—Every year, LAFLA provides free,high-quality legal services to more than 100,000people living in poverty across Greater Los Angeles.Provides direct representation, counsel and advice, andprovides referrals and community education. (800) 399-4529https://lafla.org/Catholic Charities of Los Angeles:Immigration Services Bilingual immigration attorneys and immigrationcounselors provide several free/low-cost family-basedimmigration services. Services include DACA, greencard, family reunification, safe release, and more. 213-251-3484https://catholiccharitiesla.org/immigration-services/