Mobile Food Pantry
A Farmers Market On Wheels

Compton College, in collaboration with the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is inviting all families to our facility to receive FREE healthy foods! 

Food distributed may include: Fresh fruits and vegetables, canned meats, beans, soups, rice, pasta, sauces, grains, and other perishable items. You can expect to receive approximately 25-40 lbs of food.

Drive-Thru and Walk-Up welcome! Open to the Public

Compton College: Parking Lot F- enter on Greenleaf Blvd. between Santa Fe. Ave. and Long Beach Blvd.

Distribution is every second Tuesday of the month from 1-3 pm.

Dates:
February 13
March 12
April 9
May 14
June 11

For your convenience, please bring your cart or reuseable bags.

Compton College Farmers' Market

Every Wednesday

3:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Location:
Compton College Campus at 1111 E Artesia Blvd, Compton, CA 90221 in Tartar Village

The Compton College Farmers’ Market hosts regional farmers like JM Produce, C&L Farms, and Angelo Ranch. The market also features local Compton and South LA based food vendors like Pucker Up Lemonade, Kathy’s Kitchen, Fun Time Kettle Corn and more!

EBT benefits are matched dollar for dollar up to $20 with funds from the LA County ARP Market Match program. Compton College students receive $20 market dollars weekly to purchase produce, hot and prepared foods, and more. WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks (FMNP) are also accepted. Stop by the information booth for more details!

For additional information click here. 

Weekly Food Distribution

Come pick up grocery food bags at our weekly food distribution event hosted by CII in collaboration with the Dream Center.

Children’s Institute- Otis Booth Campus
2121 W. Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Every Friday, 2:30 – 3:30 pm

Beginning October 13

First come, first served
No registration required

Community Free Food Wednesdays

ESRBC-East Side Riders Bike Club

11 am 
1513 E. 103rd Street, LA 90002

Volunteers are always welcomed at 10 am

Food Giveaway

First and Last Wednesday of the Month, between 7 pm and 9 pm

303 E. Palmer St. Compton, CA 90221

Hosted by Howard Martin Richardson
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Post #5394
 

Info: 310-638-8848 | Email: ADJ@VFW5394.org

Food and Community!

Come and acquire your fresh produce. No eligibility required, no paperwork, or ID required

St. Brigid Church | 5214 S. Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90062

Every 4th Wednesday of the month, starting January 24 | 1-3 PM or until supplies last

Please bring a reuseable bag.

Funded by USDA Snap, an equal opportunity provider.
Visit www.calfreshhealthyliving.rg for healthy tips.

EOPS
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services

What is EOP&S?
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services is a state-funded community college program that provides "over and above" services to Long Beach City College students from economically and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. The program supports the enrollment, retention, and transfer of students, and helps facilitate the successful completion of their educational goals. 

How do I qualify?

• Be a California Resident or an eligible AB540 Student/California "Dreamer"
• Be enrolled full-time (12 or more units) at Long Beach City College (sone exceptions apply)
• Have less than 55 degree-applicable units completed
• Meet educationally disadvantaged criteria determined by the EOP&S Program

Services Offered:

• Counseling Services/Educational Planning
• Priority Registration
• Academic Probation Intervention and Monitoring
• Cash and Book Grants
• Loan Library
• Educational School Supplies
• Career Assessments
• Cap and Gown Purchased for Graduates
• Meal Vouchers

Student Responsibility

• Complete EOP&S Orientation
• Meet with EOP&S Counselor three times per semester
• Comply with SOP&S Mutual Responsibility Contract

Get in touch with us:

lbcc.edu/eops

eops@lbcc.edu

LBCC: Liberal Arts Campus - A-1134
4901 E. Carson Street, Long Beach, CA 90808
General Contact: (562) 938-4273

LBCC: Pacific Coast Campus- GG-217
1305 East Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90806
General Contact (562) 938-3097

Partnership for Families Presents: Incredible Years- Baby and Me Infant Massage Group

Every Thursday 10 am – 12:30 pm

CII’s Watts Campus, Community Room 1
10200 Success Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90002

Join our FREE virtual class to:

• Stimulate growth and development
• Reduce your stress levels
• Bond and communicate with your baby

For newborns to pre-crawling/pre-walking

For more information and to register for free, please contact:
Yunuen Vela at (323) 491-4151
Yvela-cervantes@childrensinstitute.org
Or
Mireya Alvizo at (323) 491-6531
malvizo@childrensinstitute.org

CalHOPE Program

Program Overview: SHIELDS will provide culturally proficient, emotional, and crisis support to affected individuals, families, and communities throughout Los Angeles who have been impacted by COVID-19 or other life stressors. Services will take place in the home, office, and community throughout Los Angeles. Groups will cover topics such as Parenting, Domestic Violence, Anger Management, Fatherhood, Teens, Substance Abuse, Family Dynamics, Child Development Needs, Self-Care, Stress Management, and Coping Skills; via in-person and on Zoom. Supportive Counseling Services will be provided to meet the individual/family's unique needs and concerns. 

Services:

• Non-Clinical Counseling
• Support Services
• Group Sessions
• Family Events
• Linkage to Resources; Housing, Food, Transportation

Contact Us:
SHIELDS for Families
600 Alameda Street
Compton, CA 90221

Megan Miller, LMFT110593-Family Services Administrator
323.242.5000 / 310.413.4630
calhopereferrals@shieldsforfamilies.org

For more information: shieldsforfamilies.org

How to become an IHSS eligible provider

An In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) provider is someone who gets paid to provide services to a person who receives in-home supportive services under the IHSS Program. 

Part 1: Orientation

1. Call 1-888-822-9622
2. Select Option 7
3. Do not press anything or say anything. You will hear a song and messages while holding.
4. Ask the person that answers for the IHSS orientation
5. Please return the paperwork in person to the IHSS office with your ID and social security card.

Part 2: Criminal Background Check

1. You will receive Live scan forms from IHSS orientation.
2. You will be responsible for making an appointment and paying the fees.
3. You can find live scan locations at this website: https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations
4. It will take an average of 3 weeks for the Dept. of Justice to process your fingerprints.

Any questions or follow-up on this process can be directed to the IHSS Helpline at 1-888-822-9622

Once done with this process, call PASC for an application at 1-877-565-4477

Therapeutic Play Foundation is an Enhanced Care Management Provider

Enhanced Care Management is a new statewide Medi-Cal benefit available to address the clinical and non-clinical needs of enrollees through intensive coordination of health and health-related services, making it easier for them to get the right care at the right time. 

Enhanced care management can help you

• Learn the best ways to support your health and wellness
• Connect to a care manager in person, by phone of where you live
• Help with forming better relationships with your providers
• Stay focused on your health journey
• Set up transportation to your doctor's office 
• Connect to local resources and social services

Ready to Enroll Click Here

Council District 8 Navigation Center

*CD8* Navigation Center is a resource center that provides hygiene, storage, and case management services for individuals who are experiencing homelessness. It also serves as an access point for the Coordinated Entry System. 

Council District 8 Navigation Center
729 W. Manchester Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90044

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm and Saturday 10 am - 1:30 pm

Phone: (323) 814-9100