Here’s where victims of the Los Angeles-area wildfires can get help

Article published by San Gabriel Valley Tribune

As the Palisades and Eaton fires continue to burn in Los Angeles County, government agencies and nonprofits are offering resources and aid to residents whose homes have been damaged or destroyed, as well as to those who have been ordered to evacuate.

From adult clothing to baby supplies to information on filing disaster relief claims, below is a list of services available to those impacted by the wildfires.

Jewish Family Service LA

The SOVA Community Food & Resource Program is providing groceries, essential personal care items and connections to additional resources for individuals and families. SOVA offers kosher options. Seniors can visit one of JFSLA’s 13 centers for free hot meals. Information: jfsla.org/fire-assistance; 877-275-4537 or email services@jfsla.org.

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Two disaster resource centers have been opened by FEMA to help. The locations are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily at UCLA Research Park West, 10850 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, and at Pasadena City College Community Education Center, 3035 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena. Those affected can find help applying for federal aid payments of $770, learn the status of their application, and learn about the appeals process. Applications can also be filled out online at DisasterAssistance.gov.

Free People Shop

The clothing store is offering new clothing, shoes and body care supplies from its stores and partner brands from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday through Monday, Jan. 18-20, at the Santa Monica location at 1720 Euclid St.

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