Disaster Preparedness and Response Resources

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Your Playbook on How to Support Children, Youth, & Families During & After a Wildfire

This playbook was developed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the North Valley and California State University, Chico, following the 2018 Camp Fire in Northern California. It written by and created for those who work in schools and non-profit organizations. Find tips, to-do lists and resources for immediate response and recovery after a wildfire emergency, including logistics, how to handle donations, providing self-care opportunities, trauma and resiliency, and welcoming children back into your space.

Los Angeles County Fire Relief: How You Can Help

• ACSA Member Form - This form is designed for members who are willing to serve as a resource to others in need. By completing it, you can offer support to fellow members seeking guidance on post-disaster steps. This includes advice on next steps for school sites or districts, as well as assistance for those navigating the challenges of losing or repairing their own homes after a disaster.
• The American Red Cross is working alongside its partners to provide shelter, food, emotional support and health services. You can support the Red Cross by making a donation online, by calling (800) 733-2767 or texting REDCROSS to 90999.
• California Fire Foundation is working with local fire agencies and community organizations to support residents impacted by the blazes. An online monetary donation to the California Fire Foundation Wildfire and Disaster Relief Fund directly supports victims of wildfires and disasters throughout California, including the L.A. County area.
• The Canine Rescue Club is a network of caregivers who foster dogs awaiting their forever home. The club is looking for volunteers to offer temporary foster care for dogs displaced by the fires. You can apply to temporarily house an affected dog by filling out an online form.
• GoFundMe has created a centralized online hub housing all verified fundraising pages related to the wildfires. The hub will be updated with accounts as they are verified by the GoFundme team..
• The Lagartijas Climbing Crú, a local BIPOC climbing club, has created a Google spreadsheet to connect fire victims with people who want to donate gear and dehydrated meals.
• Set Active is an athleisure brand based in Los Angeles and is accepting clothing donations for families affected by the fires. You can send the company a direct message via Instagram with your intent to donate and the company will send you an address where you can drop off your donation.
• The Anderson Munger Family YMCA and the Koreatown YMCA Center for Community Well-being are accepting essential items donations for victims. Both locations are accepting donations of items including unopened food — bread, jam and canned goods — clothing, blankets, emergency supplies and dog and cat food. Donations can be dropped off at the Anderson Munger Family YMCA, 4301 W. 3rd St. in Los Angeles, doors close at 10 p.m.; and at the Koreatown YMCA, 433 S. Vermont Ave. in Los Angeles, doors close at 7 p.m.
• Direct Relief is a California-based disaster relief medical assistance organization. It’s currently working with the two Koreatown YMCA locations to hand out free N95 masks to residents affected by the harmful smoke. Those interested in supporting wildfire response efforts can donate to Direct Relief’s Wildfire Response Fund online. The donations directly benefit individuals impacted by the fires in Palisades, Altadena and across California providing critical aid where needed.
• Pasadena Humane animal control officers have been assisting with animal evacuations while Pasadena Humane staff have been working at the shelter to help take in the animals of displaced families. The organization has taken in over 100 animals, including a pony, and are continuing to take in animals for emergency boarding. You can make a monetary donation online. The organization is also accepting donated items, including food and water bowls, extra large crates and blankets. Donated items can be left in a donation bin in the front parking lot at 361 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena 91105.
• The California Community Foundation distributes grants to affected communities through its Wildfire Recovery Fund. The foundation’s team utilizes data from CalFire and CDC’s Social Vulnerability Index to ensure their grants target the neediest communities with both intermediate recovery and long-term support. You can make a monetary donation online or by mailing a check to the “California Community Foundation” at 717 W. Temple St., Los Angeles 90012. Include “Wildfire Recovery Fund” in the memo.
• The Bike Oven, a community-run workshop serving northeast Los Angeles, is currently open as a drop-off location for supplies for those dealing with the Eaton fire — the Oven will be closed for bike repairs Wednesday night. You can donate basic hygiene products, toiletries, N95 masks or respirators, pet food, power banks, batteries, blankets and sleeping bags. Items can be dropped off at 3706 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles 90065.
• Escalemos, an organization that supports the Latinx/Hispanic climbing community, has created a GoFundMe page to help those who have been affected by the recent fires to replace climbing gear and equipment they might have lost. A monetary donation to the GoFundMe page goes directly to financial assist climbers who lost their equipment.
• Baby2Baby is providing critical items, including diapers, food, formula and hygiene products for children and families who have lost their homes to the fires. You can donate online to the orgnization’s Disaster Relief and Emergency Response Program.
• World Central Kitchen’s relief team is in Southern California to support first responders and families affected by the fires, providing nourishing meals to people in need. You can help by making an online donation.
• CORE is deploying an emergency response team to support those where air quality is a major concern. It is supplying emergency go-bags, masks and other protective equipment while providing information about evacuations and shelter support. You can support CORE’s efforts by making an online monetary donation.

Mental Wellness Resources

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Hotlines & Resources

Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 or text 838255 (24/7)

Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 74174

Veterans Suicide Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255 and Press 1

California Parent and Youth Helpline
1-855-427-2736

CalHOPE
833-317-HOPE (4673)

RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-HOPE (24/7)

Trevor Project (LGBTQ youth)
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678 (24/7)

SAMHSA
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

Trans Lifeline
The Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans. Call (800) 877-565-8860 open 24/7 but staff is limited. Guaranteed to be available from 2 pm –10 pm PST.

Teen Line
Call (800) 852-8336 (6 pm– 10 pm PST)
Text TEEN to 839863 (6 pm –10 pm PST). Offering anonymous support for teenagers by phone, text or email. No problem is too small, too large or too shocking for the trained volunteers.

California Youth (ages 12-24) Crisis Line
Call or text 1-800-843-5200 or chat online (24/7)

List compiled by the California Department of Public Health.

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