Housing & Utilities
utilities
Internet Access
Emergency Broadband Benefit- The Federal Communications Commission started a temporary program to help eligible families pay for Home Internet service during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) includes up to $50 a month discount on Internet service. For Information on eligibility (Click here)
Everyone on- helps bring low-cost internet service and affordable computers to those who need it. EveryoneOn works with a wide range of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and device providers to feature their low-cost internet service programs and computers. Find low cost interet through their website: https://www.everyoneon.org/find-offers?partner=CETF
Internet For All Now: The California Emerging Technology Fund has provided access to affordable offers, as well as a number to call 1-844-841-INFO (4636) to assist parents.
More resources:
At-a- glance Low-Cost Internet and Devices: https://www.everyoneon.org/lowcost-offers
Talking to parents about internet access: https://www.everyoneon.org/talking-to-parentsguardians
Outreach and Flyers: https://www.everyoneon.org/resources
Free/Low cost devices and phone services
Assurance Wireless- provides eligible low-income free monthly data, unlimited texting, and free monthly minutes. Plus a free phone. https://www.assurancewireless.com/
California LifeLine Program- provides discounted home phone and cell phone services to eligible households. https://www.californialifeline.com/en
Electricity and gas
Southern California Edison
If having trouble paying bills, contact SCE customer contact center to discuss payment extensions, or arrangements; sce.com/billhelp or by calling: 1-800-950-2356
California Department of Community Services & Development
https://csd.ca.gov/pages/assistance-homeenergyefficiency.aspx
Southern California Gas
SoCalGas will not disconnect services to customers who can't pay bills amid coronavirus outbreak SoCalGas customers can call 1-877-238-0092 to speak with a representative about their bill. Extended payment plans available.
UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM EAF AGENCIES
Families must call their nearest agency during the specified hours to make an appointment. Once appointment is made they will go through an eligibility screening process and application will need to be filled out for approval.
Salvation Army Bellflower
9644 Cedar Street Bellflower CA 90706
(562) 804-0808
Mon. - Wed.: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Salvation Army - Compton
736 East Compton Blvd Compton 90221
(310) 639-0362
Mon.: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
East Rancho Dominguez Community Center
15116 S. Atlantic Blvd. Compton 90221
(310) 603-7401
Tue.: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Catholic Charities - Long Beach
123 East 14th Street Long Beach 90813
(213) 251-3438
Mon.: 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm / Tue. - Thur.: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Disabled Resources Center
2750 E. Spring Street, Ste. 100 Long Beach 90806
(562) 427-1000
Mon. - Fri.: 8:00 am - 12pm/1:00 pm-5:00pm
families in transition
The federal McKinney-Vento Act is legistation that ensures that children and youth experiencing housing challenges have full and equal access to an appropriate public education and that they experience success in school. The program protects children who are living in transitional housing situations and states that any student lacking a fixed, regular or adequate place to live is eligible for this program.
Specifically, if students live under any of these conditions:
Living in a shelter (family, youth or domestic violence shelter or transitional living program)
Living in a motel, hotel or weekly rate housing
Living in a house or apartment with more than one family because of economic hardship or loss
Living in an abandoned building, in a car, at a campground or on the street
Living in substandard housing (without electricity, heat or water)
Living with friends or family because you are a runaway or unaccompanied youth
If your familly is currently experiencing housing challenges, such as those mentioned above, please contact the district liasion, Julie White at (562) 602-6035 or you may also complete a referral for support located on the home page. For additional information, CLICK HERE.
homelesspostereng.pdfEmergency housing assistance
Kingdom Causes will help link families to a shelter or screen for potential rental assistant programs.
Champions of Caring Connections offers emergency services for families, single adults, and youth such as motel vouchers, referral to shelters, food pantry, grocery gift cards, clothing, and hygiene items
Casa Youth Shelter provides emergency temporary shelter for youth, ages 12-17 who are homeless, abused, or struggling with a crisis.
The Whole Child helps families who are homeless, or on the brink of homelessness, chart a path out of their current situation into permanent housing.
HOPICS provides housing and behavioral health referrals, case management, benefits assistance, and transportation for single adults and families who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless.
WLCAC assists homeless individuals and their families by providing temporary shelter, transitional housing, and long-term Section 8 housing.
housing Resources
The Los Angeles County Development Authority offers programs that benefit residents in the unincorporated LA County areas. You can find information about Section 8, public housing, and affordable housing.
Los Angeles Tenants Union offers an array of resources for tenants, from information about renters rights to tips for tenants on police and ICE.
Covid-19: Tenants and Landlords. What you need to know about temporary rent freezes and eviction moratoriums.
Stay Housed L.A. County is a partnership between the County of Los Angeles and local community and legal services providers. They provide the residents of Los Angeles County with information and resources to keep people in their homes.