Personal Assistance Council of Los Angeles

Non-profit agency operating a homecare worker registry, back up attendant program, training program for caregivers and offer classes for clients related to interviewing and screening in-home supportive services workers. Available ONLY for IHSS clients. Extensive criminal background checks and pre-screen on caregivers. Clients can either telephone PASC or complete on-line application to access services.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program helps pay for services provided to low-income elderly, blind or disabled individuals, including children, so that they can remain safely in their own home. IHSS is considered an alternative to out-of-home care, such as nursing homes or board and care facilities. Some of the services that can be authorized through IHSS include: housecleaning, meal preparation, laundry, grocery shopping, personal care services (such as bowel and bladder care, bathing, grooming and paramedical services), accompaniment to medical appointments, and protective supervision for the mentally impaired.

Philips Lifeline Medical Alert Systems

Lifeline Solutions are products and services that can help people live more safely and independently.

Harbor Regional Center

For individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, Harbor Regional Center can provide diagnosis and evaluation, information and referral, individual or family service planning, family support, and assistance in finding and using community resources.

City of Redondo Beach Housing Authority

Topics on Affordable and Senior Housing, Fair Housing Information and Section 8 Information

LAHSA Emergency Shelter Hotline

Referrals for emergency shelter, food, and clothing.

Harbor Interfaith

Assistance with food stamps & medical, referrals for counseling, job placement, one-time rental assistance, groceries, hygiene items, clothing. SPA 8 contact for Coordinated Entry System (chronically homeless individuals) and Homeless Family Solutions System.

PATH and South Bay Cities Council of Governments Outreach Hotline

Connect individuals with services that include: Housing Assistance, Interim Housing, Veteran Services, Mental Heath Care, Medical Clinic, Employment Services, Benefits Enrollment.

LA County Housing Resource Center

Search for rental properties, including affordable, handicap accessible and Section 8 housing, throughout LA County. Also has information on shelter programs, tenants’ rights and tools for budgeting.