NISH  A national nonprofit agency whose mission is to create employment opportunities for people with severe disabilities by securing Federal contracts through the AbilityOne Program, formally Javits-Wagner-O'Day (JWOD), for its network of community-based, nonprofit agencies. 

Website: http://www.nish.org

SAMHSA The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), with a clear vision promoting life in the community for everyone. Its mission is focused on building resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for mental or substance use disorders. SAMHSA gears all of its resources to programs, policies and grants.

Website: http://www.samsha.gov

Alcoholics Anonymous A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
Website: http://www.aa.org

Narcotics Anonymous An international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts with more than 31,000 weekly meetings in over 100 countries worldwide.
Website: http://www.na.org

NAMI The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families. NAMI provides support, education, advocacy, and research for people living with mental illness through various activities

Website: http://www.nami.org

Los Angeles Department of Mental Health The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) is the largest mental health service system in the nation. The Department provides an array of mental health services to all ages, including mental health assessments, crisis intervention, case management, and medication support in both residential and outpatient settings. Contact for referrals to quality, cost-effective care and treatment.

Website: http://www.dmh.co.la.ca.us

The Association of Community Human Service Agencies (ACHSA) represents more than 75 nonprofit community agencies that provide a wide range of child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice services for vulnerable individuals and families in Los Angeles County.

Website: http://www.achsa.net

The Association of Community Human Service Agencies (ACHSA) represents more than 75 nonprofit community agencies that provide a wide range of child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice services for vulnerable individuals and families in Los Angeles County.

Website: http://www.achsa.net

NAMI California A grass roots organization of families and individuals whose lives have been affected by serious mental illness. They advocate for lives of quality and respect, without discrimination and stigma, provide leadership in advocacy, legislation, policy development, education and support throughout California.

Website: http://www.namicalifornia.org

California State Department of Social Services (DSS) government agency is to serve, aid, and protect needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility, and foster independence. Locate services, facilities, policy and planning, and information on their website.

Website: http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/cdssweb/default.htm

LA County Helps is a free website where families can find out if they can get help/qualify for different health and human services programs. The website provides convenient, one-stop access to: program list/descriptions, contact information, list of items to bring to an eligibility interview, etc.

Website: http://www.LACountyHelps.org

Los Angeles County Emancipation Program Steps to Independent Living
Resource site for current and former foster youth of Los Angeles County. Website offers a resources and assistance on how to access services and programs including: health care, employment, housing, etc.

Website: http://www.ilponline.org/

PEACE OVER VIOLENCE (formally know as Los Angeles Commission on Assault Against Women) provides intervention services for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault and prevention services in schools and juvenile halls to educate people about abuse and self-defense training. The website provides an overview of services offered, statistics on relevant information and links to other helpful websites.

Website: http://peaceoverviolence.org

Los Angeles Coalition to End Hunger & Homelessness An advocacy organization working to end hunger and homelessness through public education, technical assistance, public policy analysis, advocacy, organizing and community action. The website provides information regarding advocacy campaigns as well as resource documents, including "The People's Guide".

Website: http://www.lacehh.org

2-1-1 LA County (formerly INFO LINE of Los Angeles) is a resource that offers 24 hours access to a comprehensive range of human services through the three digit telephone number (2-1-1). Trained operators at 2-1-1 can assist you in finding the service you are looking for.

Website: http://www.211la.org/

MedlinePlus provides information to help answer health questions. MedlinePlus brings together authoritative information from NLM, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government agencies and health-related organizations. MedlinePlus also has extensive information about drugs, an illustrated medical encyclopedia, interactive patient tutorials, and latest health news.

Website: http://medlineplus.gov/

The AntiDrug.com The Campaign site for parents and caregivers provides drug facts, prevention strategies and information for adults talking to children about drugs. Also offers tips and conversation starters along with FREE resources for parents.

Websites:   http:/www.TheAntiDrug.com
 (Sitio en español) http://www.LaAntiDroga.com

Medi-Cal Services (MCS) directly operates California's Medicaid program (Medi-Cal) and the program's eligibility, scope of benefits, reimbursement, and other related components. 

Website: http://www.medi-cal.ca.gov

Additional Info: http://www.dhs.ca.gov/mcs/medi-calhome/default.htm