Children Support
NCTSN - Parent Guidelines for Helping Children Going Through Wildfires
NCTSN - Tips For Parents For Managing Media Coverage
NASP - Helping Children After a Wildfire: Tips for Caregivers and Teachers
APA - Recovering emotionally after a residential fire
Good Inside - Resources for Parents Navigating the California Wildfires
Elder Support
Disability Community Resource Center (DCRC)
310-390-3611
A designated Disability Disaster Access & Recovery Center assisting individuals with
disabilities and older adults in disaster readiness and recovery
Emergency Transportation
Big Blue Bus
At 7th and San Vicente, Big Blue Bus is providing shuttles to the Westwood Evacuation
Center. Check the City of SM social media for updates.
Evacuation Centers/Shelters
Westwood Recreation Center LA City Shelter
1350 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Red Cross Disaster relief and shelter locator
Emergency housing resource through AirBnB
Dial “211” to be connected
The Dream Center
213-273-7000
If you need (or know of someone who needs) emergency shelter due to the fires, please
reach out to The Dream Center, a faith-based congregation. Additionally, we may have
a supply of N95 masks available.
Lange Foundation
Pet Supplies or boarding. Call 310-473-5585 for availability.
Financial
California Fire Foundation - Disaster Relief Assistance
The Foundation provides immediate financial support to victims through $250 SAVE gift
cards distributed by firefighters on the scene.
California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund
This fund supports intermediate and long-term recovery efforts for communities affected
by wildfires, focusing on rebuilding and restoring the lives of California’s most
affected and underserved populations
Food
St. Joseph Center
310-396-6468 ext. 352
SOVA Food Pantry
818-988-7682
Salvation Army Food Pantry
310-451-1358
- Lincoln (on California Ave)
- JAMS (off 17th street)
- Samohi (7th and Michigan)
- Malibu High School (admin building parking area)
Distributing grab and go meals from 9-11 am on Thursday, January 9th, 2025
Mental Health
SMC Center for Wellness & Wellbeing
CWW provides culturally appropriate and effective mental health services to our student
body as well as professional consultation to faculty and staff.
SMMUSD - Mental Health & Community Resources
A full list of low-cost counseling and social service resources can be found here
Hazel
If you are unable to access mental health support in person, Hazel Health is providing
free virtual therapy to all SMMUSD students
LA county Disaster Distress Helpline
1-800-985-5990 or text "TalkWithUs" to 66746
For emotional support or resources
Preparedness/Planning
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA provides information to help individuals prepare for, respond to, and recover
from disasters in California, including disaster recovery centers and flood maps
Los Angeles Emergency Management Department
Provides updates and resources related to emergencies, including wildfires, affecting
the Los Angeles area
CalFire
Informative website for fire safety and preparedness
Recovery/Relief
California Fire Foundation - Wildfire & Disaster Relief Programs
They offer various programs to support survivors, firefighters, and communities affected
by natural disasters
Cal OES
This California Wildfire Recovery Website has information on finding temporary Housing,
Debris Removal, Financial Assistance, Local Assistance Centers and Contact Information
for multiple organizations working on the recovery efforts
Offering Support
The Santa Monica Community College Disaster Support Fund has been established to support SMC students, faculty, and staff who have been impacted by the fires across Los Angeles County. This fund will help provide temporary housing, food, water, clothing, transportation, medical supplies, school materials, and emergency funding to support immediate needs.
SMC Foundation is collecting food, clothing and hygiene products that will be distributed to members of the Los Angeles community in need. SMC is part of the heart of Santa Monica, with students who attend from across the greater LA Region. Our goal is to support not only our immediate SMC family, but our neighboring communities in Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Brentwood, and greater Los Angeles County. Please visit the SMC Foundation's Disaster Support page for more information.