Santa Clarita Resource Directory

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Santa Clarita Valley Directory

The Child and Family Guidance Center is a LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH) contractor that provides Specialized Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) services to children, transition age youth, and adults utilizing evidence-based treatment interventions (EBPs) that are consistent with LAC/DMH Mental Health services Act (MHSA).

The Center also provides families with access to a comprehensive continuum of services depending on the needs of the family ranging from once a week; time limited mental services (PEI) to intensive in-home services that are delivered several times a week with 24-7 availability for crises.

The Community Resource Services is a division dedicated to improving the quality of life for special needs children and their families by helping them to locate, access and effectively use essential community health and social services.

Child Care Services

OLIVER’S LAW:

As a parent, you have the right to get information about any complaints about a child care provider that you select for your child. That information is public and you can get it by calling the local licensing office. The telephone numbers are: (310) 337-4333 or (323) 981-3350 www.ccld.ca.gov

Family Day Care Association of the Santa Clarita Valley (661) 250-4238

https://childcarescv.com/

They provide referrals for licensed child care providers, matching parents with providers.

Providers in Saugus Providers in Canyon Country Providers in Valencia

Children’s Nest 661-296-6987

Yamuna Kumaraperu

Jackie’s Family Daycare

661-297-3274

Jackie Johnson Powell

Learn & Discover Preschool 661-373-9650

Karen Pipher

Miss Karen’s Little Sprouts 661-297-2583

Karen Linares

Quality Family Child Care 661-476-6515

Patricia Christian

Child Care Resource Center (CCRC) 20001 Prairie Street Chatsworth, CA 91311 (818) 717-1000 www.ccrcla.org

Parent’s First Choice Childcare and Learning Center

661-803-0664

Joyce L Jozsa

Villareal Family Daycare

661-251-8411

Maria Villareal

Jaquez Family Daycare 661-645-0653

Rebekkah Jaquez

This organization provides comprehensive referral information for subsidized and unsubsidized family/ child care centers.

Los Angeles Mission College –Child Development Center 13356 Eldridge Avenue Sylmar, CA 91342 (818) 364-7865

http://www.missioncollege.org/depts/child/ On campus licensed childcare

Accept children 6 months to 13 years old. The fee is based on a sliding scale.

Geetha Eragoda 661-259-4867

Avakian Family Daycare 661-993-2798 Newhall

College of the Canyons –Early Childhood Education Center 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 259-7800 extension 3501 www.canyons.edu

Preschool and toddler classes for children ages 12 months to 5 years old. Grants available for low income families.

Food and Clothing

Department of Public and Social Services

CalWorks Program Division – District Office 51 27233 Camp Plenty Road Canyon County, CA 91351 (818) 701-8200 (626) 569-1399

www.dpss.lacounty.gov/ Individuals can apply for public benefits.

The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry 24133 Railroad Avenue Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 255-9078 (661) 255-5001

www.scvfoodpantry.org info@scvfoodpantry.org

The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry is a non-profit organization dedicated to provide supplemental food on short-term basis to local residents in need.

Must bring:

- Proof of residence of Santa Clarita Valley

- Proof of income

- Child’s birth certificate or immunization records

- Proof of job search or confirmation of disability or retirement

Food distribution is:

Monday 11:00am-2:00pm

Tuesday 9:00am-12:00pm

Wednesday 2:00pm-5:00pm

Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) (661) 255-9078

Santa Clarita

www.fns.usda.gov/csfp www.lafoodbank.org

The CSFP works to improve the health of low-income individuals 60 years and older by supplementing their diets. Qualified clients will receive food kits on a monthly basis.

The Bible Tabernacle 16301 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 298-0924

Open Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Food Pantries

www.lafoodbank.org

www.healthycity.org

Food pantries are places that give food to people in need. They often require some kind of identification (ID, birth certificate of children, proof of address) and proof that you are low-income. To be referred to a food pantry, please call:

Single Mothers Outreach

24781 Valley Street, Suite B Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 288-0117

www.singlemothersoutreach.org

Single Mothers Outreach program works to provide a strong network of community support to help single mothers become economically and socially self sufficient. To be eligible, you must be resident of Santa Clarita Valley and have at least one child under 18 years of age.

LA County Community Service Center of Santa Clarita 24271 S Main Street Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 254-0070

www.ladcss.org/srvc/santatxt.htm

The Santa Clarita Valley Service Center provides direct services to needy residents including: information, referrals, government form preparation and translations, advocacy, counseling, and emergency services

 Info Line 211 (Dial 2-1-1)

Health Care Centers

Santa Clarita Health Center

18533 Soledad Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 705-2040 (661) 673-8800

They are a non-profit organization. They provide medical care for children, the disabled, older adults, families and the homeless. Accepts Medi-Cal Sliding scale of fees based on income

SCV Pregnancy Center

25174 Rye Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 255-0082

www.scvpc.org

Free pregnancy tests, options counseling, infant and maternity clothing referrals, support groups (pregnant teens, parents of pregnant teens, post-abortion).

Samuel Dixon Family Health Centers, Inc

They provide outpatient health care, health education, community resources and referrals. Accepts Medi-Cal and sliding scale fee. Different locations: Family Health Center 25115 Avenue Stanford, Suite A103 Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 468-7405

Canyon Country Health Center 27225 Camp Plenty Road, Suite 4 Canyon Country, CA 91353 (661) 424-1220

Newhall Health Center 23772 Newhall Avenue

Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 291-1777

College of the Canyons

Student Health and Wellness Center 17200 Sierra Highway SSLRC/Room 123 Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 362-3812

They provide clinical services, health education, referrals, and assistance in getting health insurance. Please call for an appointment. Accepts Medi-Cal Free or low-cost. Only for students of the College of the Canyons

Legal Services

Law Freq Legal Services 22777 Lyons Avenue, Suite 216 Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 298-2500

www.LawFreq.com

Email: lawfreq@gmail.com

Law Freq Legal Services is a group of law school paralegals that provides services at low cost Areas of expertise: Collection lawsuit, Family law, Landlord and tenant evictions, Probate, and Living Trust. Fees: $75 - $400 depending on the case.

San Fernando Neighborhood Legal Services 13327 Van Nuys Boulevard Pacoima, CA 91331 (800) 433-6251 (818) 896-5211

www.nsla.org

Free legal services and assistance to low income people in the areas: Domestic Violence Advocacy, Immigration (V.A.W.A., U-Visa), Denial of Government Funding, Consumer problems, and Disaster related problems regarding FEMA, Landlord/tenant problems, Custody issues and Divorce.

Central American Resource Center (CARECEN)

16501 Sherman Way, Suite 220 Van Nuys, CA 91406

(213) 385-7800 Ext 122

www.carecen-la.org

CARECEN is a non-profit organization that offers lowcost immigration legal services, community education programs, and advocacy.

Fees: Consultation: $50; Processing: $150 Services: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Citizenship, Deportation, Defense, Political Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, NACARA, VAWA, TPS, FOIA, Work Permit Renewal, Green Card Renewal, Family Petition, Late Amnesty.

Mexican American Legal Defense (MALDEF) 634 South Spring Street, 11th Floor Los Angeles, CA 90014 (213) 629-2512

www.maldef.org

Provides free legal services. They mainly deal with civil rights law and immigration. Open to all ethnic groups. Spanish speaking staff available.

Bet Tzedek Legal Services

3250 Wilshire Boulevard, 13th Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90010

(323) 939-0506

www.bettzedek.org

Free legal services offered to low-income families and the elderly. Areas of legal expertise include: Housing, Landlord and tenant disputes, Home equity fraud, Consumer protection, Bankruptcy, Conservatorship, Guardianship (if uncontested), Wills, Nursing home issues, SSI, Social Security, Medi-Cal, and Medi-Care. Spanish speaking staff available.

Medical Emergencies

Northeast Valley Health Corporation 23763 Valencia Boulevard Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 287-1551

www.nevhc.org

General medicine, family planning, prenatal care and dental services. They accept Medi-Cal.

Olive View-UCLA Medical Center / Hospital 14445 Olive View Drive Sylmar, CA 91342 (747) 210-3000 General Contact (747) 210-8000 Appointments

www.uclasfvp.org

24-hour emergency medical, pediatric and psychiatric center. Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, and fees are based on ability to pay.

Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital 23845 McBean Parkway Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 253-8000

www.henrymayo.com

Henry Mayo not-for-profit community hospital and trauma center.

The emergency department is open 24-7 to serve you.

Olive View-UCLA Medical Center / Clinic Room 2B101 (818) 364-1555 Main number

This is a medical walk-in clinic open to the public It is available to urgent care patients or others seeking medical care. It has programs that can provide coverage for uninsured adults and children. You can show up as early as 6:00am in order to register and be aware that the wait time may be long.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-8:00pm Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm

Mental Health Services

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

24hr Access Center (800) 854-7771

dmh.lacounty.gov

County Mental Health authorizes and can provide treatment for all Medi-Cal recipients

Hours:

Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Los Angeles Police Department

S.M.A.R.T. Team

Call 911

The Los Angeles Police Department and the Department of Mental Health work cooperatively to handle psychiatric emergencies that have the potential for violence. A licensed mental health professional and a police officer will complete the psychiatric assessment for a child or an adult who is a threat to themselves or others.

Child & Family Center

21545 Centre Pointe Parkway Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 259-9439

www.childfamilycenter.org

Serves children up to age 18, and families. They have a therapeutic preschool. They offer individual, family and group therapy, school-based counseling, parenting classes, substance abuse prevention and treatment (adolescent and parent groups), crisis intervention for non-clients in SCV, teen parenting/pregnant teen programs, infant/toddler programs, family preservation, TBS, Day Treatment (in collaboration with Hart School District Junior High and High School) They accept Medi-Cal.

Behavioral Mental Health Services

dmh.lacounty.gov

If you believe you need mental health services and you have Medi-Cal coverage, you should call your MediCal plan to request a mental health provider for individual therapy and/or medication management

1) LA Care Health Plan Partners

Kaiser (800) 464-4000

Anthem Blue Cross (888) 285-7801

LA Care (888) 452-2273

Blue Shield (800) 605-2556

2) Health Net Community Solutions

Health Net (800) 327-0502

Mental Health Urgent Care

14238 Saranac Lane Sylmar, CA 91342 (818) 485-0888 Appointments Only www.uclasfvp.org

Clinic for adult psychiatric crisis (adults with mental health needs that do not have mental health treatment.) They accept Medi-Cal and uninsured

Hours:

Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm

Turning Point Family Resource Center

27225 Camp Plenty Road, Suite 1A Canyon Country, CA 91351 (661) 251-1023

www.turningpointresourcecenter.com

Mental health agency providing individual, group, and family therapy (children and adults). Court approve domestic violence, anger management, parenting, alcohol and drug treatment

Sliding scale fee.

Hours:

Monday-Friday 10:00am-7:00pm Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm

Psychiatric Mobile Response Teams (PMRT) (800) 854-7771 Access Line 24/7 http://losangeles.networkofcare.org

County Department of Mental Health can be contacted to discuss a psychiatric emergency for an adult or child who requires an assessment in the community. When an adult or child needs an emergency psychiatric assessment but is unable to go to a crisis center, a psychiatric emergency team can be sent into the community if the individual is a threat to themselves or to others, or gravely disabled. These teams are also available when the local mental health centers are closed.

A Light of Hope Support Center

21176 Pointe Centre Parkway, Suite 300

Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 513-HEAL (4325) www.alightofhopescv.org

A LIGHT OF HOPE is a non-profit mental health agency that facilitates mental health, support services, and activities for youth, young adults and their family members. They provide support for youth and young adults 14-26 years of age struggling with substance abuse and/or self-destructive actions or behaviors.

ACTION Family Foundation

A Parent/Teen Support (800) 367-8336 Helpline 22722 Soledad Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91350 www.actionfamily.org www.actiondrugrehab.com

Free weekly support groups for parents and adolescents. Offers support to families dealing with low self-esteem, depression, drug and alcohol abuse, running away from home, pregnancy, and other family-related issues. Also provides individual and family therapy on a sliding scale, low-cost drug testing, crisis intervention, immediate inpatient and outpatient referrals, and 24-hour helpline.

William S. Hart High School (TIDE Program for youth that have substance use) 24825 N. Newhall Avenue Newhall, CA 91321

www.dfyinscv.com/resources

Santa Clarita Valley Mental Health Center 23501 Cinema Drive, Suite 210 Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 288-4800 Service/Intake (800) 854-7771 After hours for PMRT/Weekend Intake and Access Line

www.dmh.lacounty.gov

This mental health center offers: Mental Health Services, Medication Support, Case Management, and Community referrals

Hours:

Monday-Friday from 8:00am-6:30pm

Telephone Hours: Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm

Henry Mayo Hospital Behavioral Health Services 23845 McBean Parkway Valencia, CA 91355

(661) 200-1080

http://www.henrymayo.com/our-services/behavioralhealth-unit

This Unit is an acute psychiatric care facility for adults (18 years old and up) male or female in psychological crisis

Free and Confidential MH Screening Website: http://screening.mentalhealthscreening.org/#/henrym ayo

College of the Canyons 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Valencia, CA 91355

Student Health & Wellness Resource Website: http://www.canyons.edu/Offices/Health/Pages/Comm unity-Referral-Sources.aspx (661) 362-3259 Valencia (661) 362-3812 Canyon Country

Psychological counseling is available at no cost to currently enrolled COC students for up to six visits per semester.

Parent Education Classes

The City of Santa Clarita Recreation and Community Services (661) 250-3700

www.santa-clarita.com/city-hall/

The City of Santa Clarita Family Education Program’s FREE parenting classes and workshops.

College of the Canyons Center for Early Childhood Education 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 362-3501

https://www.canyons.edu/academics/ece/professional/foster -kinship.php

College of the Canyons and the Foster and Kinship Care Education Program offer FREE workshops and classes for families and youth.

Moms Club of Saugus https://www.geocities.ws/momsclubofsaugus

/ E-mail: saugusmoms@yahoo.com

Offering support for stay-at-home moms. They provide support, fitness clubs, and workshops. Some programs are free others have a fee.

Parents Without Partners, Inc. www.parentswithoutpartners.org

Parents Without Partners (PWP) is a nonprofit membership organization devoted to the welfare and interests of single parents and their children.

Zone H Chapter: La Mirada-East Whittier #176 13440 Lakewood Boulevard Bellflower, CA 90706 (800) 637-7974 / (562) 630-6275

E-mail: sth0110@aol.com www.parentswithoutpartners.org

Child Sharing (866) 301-3638

www.onlineparentingcenter.com

On-Line Co-Parenting/Divorce Class/Anger Management.

Child Sharing is dedicated to serving parents and strengthening skills for positive future behaviors.

Parenting Classes Focus on Kids www.parentingchoice.com www.onlineparentclass.com

Los Angeles Police Department

Non-Emergency Information Line (877)-ASK-LAPD

Toll Free (877) 275-5273 Press #2 for Spanish www.lapdonline.org

Domestic Violence Services

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff Station 26201 Golden Valley Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 260-4000 Emergencias: 911 www.santaclarita.com/police

Strength United 22620 Market Street

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 414-0000 (661) 253-0258 24-hour Hotline (818) 908-8630 Sexual Assault Team http://www.csun.edu/vtc

Sexual assault emergency response team, counseling, and prevention education for the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys.

The L.A. District Attorney Office of Santa Clarita Valley Victims of Crime Resource Center (VOC) 23747 West Valencia Boulevard, Room 1 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 888-7112 www.1800VICTIMS.org (800) 380-3811

Domestic violence is a crime. Under California law, if you have been a victim of a crime you may receive financial assistance for losses resulting from that crime including DV. The program may cover financial, medical, and mental health needs. In order to qualify, the crime must be reported to law enforcement. Please call the victim witness program 1-800-380-3811 or visit your local police station or court house.

Recreational Activities

CalArts Community Arts Partnership (CAP) 24700 McBeam Parkway Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 255-1050

https://calarts.edu/community-artspartnership/register-for-classes-here

Offers free, after school and school-based arts programs for youth ages 6-18.

George A. Caravalho

Santa Clarita Sports Complex Gymnasium

20870 Centre Pointe Parkway

Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 250-3758

The Sports Complex is an open recreation facility: basketball and volleyball courts. The facility also includes enclosed racquetball courts along the back wall. These are open to the public at no charge. FREE membership card required. Parent must be present to sign membership application if the applicant is under 18.

Santa Clarita Community Center 22421 Market Street Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 286-4006

www.santa-clarita.com/Index.aspx?page=457Tutoring, homework help, Teen Club, jobs program, arts and crafts, games, computer time and fieldtrips, full gym with boxing ring.

Santa Clarita Public Library http://www.santaclaritalibrary.com/

Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library 18601 Soledad Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 259-0750

Old Town Newhall Library 24500 Main Street

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 259-0750

Valencia Library 23743 West Valencia Boulevard Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 259-0750

Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley 24909 Newhall Avenue

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 254-2582 www.scvboysandgirlsclub.org

After school program, day camp, and summer camp.

Services: Homework help, tutoring, and computer use, photography, public art, and communication skills, Keystone Club and Torch Club, basketball, softball, soccer, arena hockey, flag football, Smart Girls and Smart Boys Life Skills programs.

Annual fee: $60

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am – 7:00pm

Santa Clarita Skatepark 20840 Centre Pointe Parkway

Santa Clarita, CA 91387 (661) 250-3740

www.scskatepark.com

Skateboarding lessons for children are available starting at 8:00am.

Junior Skate (riders 12 & under)

Saturday and Sunday 8:00am - 10:00am

Birthday Party Rental Time (July-October) (661) 250-3756 from 10:00am - 12:30pm

Hours: Monday-Sunday 8:00am - 8:30pm

City of Santa Clarita Youth Committee www.santa-clarita.com/index.aspx?page=453 (661) 250-3749

Contact: Christian Canales, Program Specialist

Email: ccanales@santa-clarita.com

The focus is for teens to learn: -Leadership skills -Local government -Explore community issues

William S. Hart Park and Museum 24151 Newhall Avenue Newhall, California 91321

Museum Information (661) 254-4584

Park Information (661) 259-0855

Free Admission

www.hartmuseum.org

The William S. Hart Park and Museum is the former retirement home of the famed silent film actor and director who produced a series of hit Western movies in the early 1900’s. His beautiful Spanish Colonial Revival Style Mansion exhibits an impressive collection of Western.

New Leash On Life 16742 Placerita Canyon Road Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 255-0097

www.nlol.org

Email: info@nlol.org

Saving animals and improving the lives of people. Services include: Adoptions, Sponsorship, Day Care, and Training.

Volunteer Program (Ages 8 and up - Minors under 16 years of age need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian)

They request a one-time $25 membership donation.

Santa Clarita Parks

The following is a list of parks in the Santa Clarita Valley. Some of the parks have a pool on site. Please contact the parks for further information about programs and fees.

*The parks with no phone number have no office building.

Almendra Park 23420 Alta Madera Drive

Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Begonias Lane Park 14911 Begonias Lane Santa Clarita, CA 91387

Bouquet Canyon Park 28127 Wellston Drive

Santa Clarita, CA 91350

Bridgeport Park

23520 Bridgeport Lane

Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 286-4000

Canyon Country Park 17615 Soledad Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91387 (661) 284-1472

Central Park

27150 Bouquet Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 799-1199

Circle J Ranch Park

22651 Via Princessa Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 259-2489

Creekview Park

22200 Park Street

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 259-2489

Central Bark 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91350

Newhall Park

24933 Newhall Avenue

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 250-3710 Pool on site.

North Oaks Park

27824 Camp Plenty Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 290-2224 Pool on site.

Oak Spring Canyon Park

28920 Oak Spring Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91387

Old Orchard Park

25023 Avenida Rotella

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 284-1460

Santa Clarita Park 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 286-4047

Pool on site.

Todd Longshore Park 28151 Whites Canyon Road Canyon Country, CA 91351 (661) 250-3700

Valencia Glen Park 23750 Via Gavola

Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 259-2489

Pool on site.

Valencia Heritage Park 24155 Newhall Ranch Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91354 (661) 259-2489

Valencia Meadows Park 25671 Fedala Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 284-1465

Veterans Historical Plaza 24275 Walnut Street

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 250-3787

The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.

Reporting Child or Elder Abuse

Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)

28490 Avenue Stanford

Santa Clarita, CA 91355

(661) 702-6262

(800) 540-4000 Hotline

http://dcfs.co.la.ca.us/

A 24-hour hotline for reporting suspected child abuse or neglect or to consult with a DCFS staff member about a possible report.

Adult Protective Services

Elder Abuse Hotline (877) 477-3646

This is a 24-hour hotline for reporting abuse of an elder adult (age 65 or older) or a dependent adult (a physically or mentally impaired 18-64 years old).

Special Needs Services

North Los Angeles County Regional Center

Santa Clarita Valley

25360 Magic Mountain Parkway, Suite 150

Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 775-8450

www.nlacrc.org

North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLACRC) is a non-profit organization under contract with the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to coordinate and provide community-based services to persons with developmental disabilities, as well as providing Early Start services for infants and toddlers with certain delays and established risk conditions.

Community Therapies – Baby Steps

19040 Soledad Canyon Road, Suite 210

Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 945-7878

www.communitytherapies.com

Early Start Program for infants and toddlers from birth to 3 years of age with special needs and their families receiving Regional Center services. Center or home-based speech, physical and occupational therapy, caregiving training, transition, inclusion therapy, sensory, motor therapy, nutrition, counseling, touch communication, family support group, behavior management, bilingual staff.

Santa Clarita Valley Special Olympics

24779 Valley Street

Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 253-2121

www.sosc.org

Santa Clarita Valley SELPA Early Start Program 26320 Spirit Center

Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 259-0033

ckozlowski@saugus.k12.ca.us

The Santa Clarita Valley Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) provides services and coordination for families and students with disabilities ages 0-22 throughout the 5 school districts in the Santa Clarita Valley.

-Family Support -Information and Referral -Community out reach and child find activities

Family Focus Resource and Empowerment Center (NLAC Regional Center – Santa Clarita Branch) 25360 Magic Mountain Parkway, Suite 150

Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 294-9715

family.focus.scv@csun.edu www.csunfamilyfocus.com Support, information, and referrals to families of children with special needs.

The mission of the Special Olympics is to provide sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with special needs, providing them with opportunities to develop physical fitness, share their gifts, skills and friendship with their families.

Information and Referral

Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 978-3600

http://dvcouncil.lacounty.gov/

The District Attorney’s Bureau of Victim Services is available in courthouses and police stations throughout Los Angeles County. Victim services representatives provide assistance and resources to help keep victims and their children safe.

Covenant House California (800) 388-3888

www.covenanthouseca.org

24-hour crisis hotline, which provides crisis intervention, referrals, and information services to homeless, runaway and other youth 14-20 years old and their families.

National Runaway Switchboard (800) 621-4000

www.1800runaway.org

24-hour hotline provides services for parents and youth. Offers crisis intervention, message service, educational information, referrals, and runaway searches.

Gay and Lesbian Association of Santa Clarita (GLASC) www.glasc.com

GLASC is a social group in the Santa Clarita Valley for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered (GLBT) people. The group meets in a safe friendly environment to provide support and fun activities.

weSPARK Cancer Support Center (818) 906-3022

www.wespark.org

Email: info@wespark.org

weSpark is a special place dedicated to enhance the quality of life for cancer patients and their families. weSPARK provides, free of charge, services designed to heal the mind, body and spirit of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer.

L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center (323) 993-7500

www.laglc.org

Services are provided by domestic violence specialists. Services include: survivor’s groups, intervention program, youth groups, crisis counseling, prevention groups, referrals to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) sensitive shelters, legal services, and advocacy.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8225) (888) 628-9454 (Spanish Line) www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

24-hour toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in a suicidal crisis.

988 – Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

TEEN LINE (800) 852-8336

www.teenlineonline.org

Text TEEN to 839863

TEEN LINE is a confidential telephone helpline for teenaged callers. It is a place to talk things out with another teen in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Hours of operation: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Trevor Project (866) 488-7386

www.thetrevorproject.org

24-hour suicide and crisis prevention helpline for LGBT youth (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender /transsexual people).

One Generation www.onegeneration.org/seniors/grandparents-asparents.org

GAP provides programs and services to meet the urgent and ongoing needs of grandparents and other relative caregivers raising at-risk children.

Santa Clarita Valley LGBTQ Center www.scvlgbtqcenter.org

Email: scvlgbtqcenter@gmail.com

Social group in the Santa Clarita Valley for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered (GLBT) people.

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