Native American Centers in LA/Orange Country Services During COVID-19

Please keep in mind that the services will need proof of tribal verification as they are non-profit orgs., except for the counseling services.

Southern California Indian Center - Offering a food bank at the center in Orange County, along with families needing childcare essentials such as diapers and formulas. (714)962-6673 Toll Free: 1-800-250-6393 wahhaitty@indiancenter.org

United American Indian Involvement, Inc. - There is immediate assistance offerings - once person speaks with an intake counselor. Food baskets, medications, fresh fruits/vegetables, and baby supplies are available for immediate needs. There is local medical service available, call directly to speak with health center. (213) 202-3970 - infor@uaii.org

Pukuu Cultural Community Services - Pukúu’ has a One stop Emergency Service program offering temporary aid to low-income American Indians who encounter a financial emergency: food voucher, food basket of non-perishable food items, Transportation assistance, Rental assistance Utility assistance with water, gas or electricity. Referral for medical services, health assistance along with crisis counseling. oses@pukuu.org

OSES Application (download)

Torres Martinez Tribal TANF - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

California Native Vote Project

 

Counseling Services:

Indigenous Circle of Wellness - inquire about virtual counseling. Possible future low cost, free services awaiting grant funding at the moment. https://icowellness.com 626-782-5570.

Native Wellness Institute Power Hour, daily at 12 pm

AAIP and NIHB partnership, blog and Ask a Native Physician town hall weekly on Wednesdays

Well for Culture

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health’s American Indian Counseling Center