Evacuees from the Palisades Fire at an evacuation and shelter center at Westwood Recreation Center.
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As residents begin to recover from the Palisades and Eaton fires, here’s where you can get help finding housing, filing a FEMA claim, child care and more.
This is a truncated list so check out the full story below.
Housing for people and pets
211 LA is partnering with Airbnb and Hilton to offer free temporary housing for people displaced from their homes by fire. Start by filling out this form.
Dogtopia of East Pasadena is offering three free overnight stays for pups from families displaced by fire and a 50% discount afterwards, (626) 699-8577
Food/Drink/Park/Recharge
Planet Fitness locations in L.A. are offering anyone affected by the fires, including first responders, free access to their facilities, including showers, locker rooms, and WiFi. Contact the club near you for more information and hours
AT&T and T-mobile are offering people in fire-affected areas unlimited talk, text and data through Feb. 6 (if you don’t already have an unlimited plan). Check their website for a list of included ZIP codes
Other resource lists
Mutual Aid LA Network has put together an extensive list of resources for fire evacuees and folks who want to help
Know of something that should be on this list? Email us.
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Among the few bright spots when disasters hit are the ways in which community members and businesses step up to support those who need it most. The state and county have both set up websites designed to be one-stop shops for victims of the fires that tore through L.A. neighborhoods in January:
LA County Recovers is a county site which includes the latest news on the recovery process, how to apply for disaster aid, get tax relief and connect with key county agencies like the department of child support services.
This state website has links to get help online with food, housing, and replacing documents, and information on the process to clean up and return to neighborhoods.
LAist is also maintaining this list of places where you can get a shower, shelter, food and more.
Note that this is an evolving list. Needs and supplies will shift and change in the days and weeks ahead. Check social media channels before you head out in case supplies or needs have changed. You could try calling as well, but know that many places will not have the capacity to staff phone lines.
If you have a question — or if you know a resource that should be on this list — please let us know.
Do you have a question about the wildfires or fire recovery?
Check out LAist.com/FireFAQs to see if your question has already been answered. If not, submit your questions here, and we’ll do our best to get you an answer.
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Housing/shelter
211 LA is partnering with Airbnb to offer free temporary shelter for people displaced from their homes by fire. Start by filling out this form.
Hilton is making 20,000 free hotel room nights available to people affected by the fires. If you've already filled out an application with 211 LA (see above), you don't need to apply separately. If you haven't filled out an application, start here.
The local hotel association is maintaining a list of hotels in and around L.A. with available space, including whether and what kind of discounts they're offering to fire victims and evacuees.
Transportation
LA Metro is offering free fares while fire conditions exist. All rail lines are running their regular service. Find the latest service alerts due to the fires here. LA Metro also has a map of donation and evacuation centers, animal care centers, and other resources near Metro lines.
LA Metro has also modified eligibility requirements for its reduced fare program to help fire victims get back on their feet. They're helping people enroll at FEMA recovery centers and Red Cross shelters.
Replacing documents
L.A. County residents directly impacted by fires can request property records, business filings, and vital records (like birth and marriage certificates) free of charge to help with recovery efforts.
YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is opening its locations that aren't affected by the fires for temporary shelter, showers, basic amenities, and mental health support. They have also teamed up with L.A. Unified School District to provide childcare services for essential workers and affected families until schools reopen. Register on their website.
L.A. County is offering free day camps for children ages 5-17 from homes under mandatory evacuation or otherwise significantly impacted by the fires. Monday through Friday through Jan. 31. As of Jan. 23, there was a waitlist. More information here.
L.A. City's Recreation and Parks Department is offering day camps and teen centers for kids impacted by the Palisades fire through Jan. 31 at Mar Vista Recreation Center and Oakwood Recreation Center, although there were also waitlists for these programs as of Jan. 23. More info, or to be added to the waitlist, on their website.
Family reunification assistance
If you need assistance locating or connecting with someone impacted by the wildfires, or you want to inform your family of your safety, the Red Cross may be able to help. Complete this Red Cross Inquiry form or contact the Red Cross at (800) 675-5799
FEMA claims
If you have experienced a loss during these fires, please file a FEMA claim so they can help begin the process of securing you the aid you deserve.
Disaster Resource Centers — which are intended to be a one-stop shop for fire victims and can help with a variety of needs beyond FEMA claims — are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the following locations:
Westside
UCLA Research Park West, 10850 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles
Eastside
Altadena Disaster Recovery Center, 540 W Woodbury Rd., Altadena
Digital equity nonprofit Human-I-T is offering fire victims free laptops and hotspots with three months of free internet service. Fill out a simple form to get more information.
Other resources for furry and four-legged friends:
spcaLA is also taking in animals affected by the fires, 5026 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles
Dogtopia of East Pasadena is offering three free overnight stays for pups from families displaced by fire and a 50% discount afterwards, (626) 699-8577
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has a Disaster Distress Helpline for disaster victims experiencing anxiety, stress, or other emotional distress. Callers can talk with a trained counselor 24/7 in multiple languages, (800) 985-5990
For displaced businesses and nonprofits
The county has launched a portal for displaced businesses and nonprofits in need of temporary space to operate.
The co-working firm Industrious is offering free office hours and other resources for fire victims. Find a location near you here.
The co-working firm International Workplace Group (Spaces, Regus, HQ) is also offering free work space for fire victims. Download the app on the App Store or Google Play or call (800) 633-4237, then present a business card at one of the locations, and register for the day.
Boomtown Brewery in the Arts District is offering to open its tap room during the day for those who need a place to be and/or WiFi, email or DM on Instagram
Food, rest, recharge, rebuild
EBT Users impacted by the recent wildfires in California can now use EBT benefits to purchase hot, ready-to-eat meals in Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino and Kern counties. This benefit is available until Feb. 8, 2025. Details here.
Planet Fitness locations in L.A. are offering anyone affected by the fires, including first responders, free access to their facilities, including showers, massage chairs, locker rooms, and WiFi. Contact the club near you for more information and hours
Chuze Fitness is also opening its doors to fire victims and first responders. Find a location near you here.
AT&T is offering people in fire-affected areas unlimited talk, text and data through Feb. 6 (if you don’t already have an unlimited plan). Check their website for a list of included ZIP codes
T-mobile is also offering unlimited talk, text and data to customers in cities affected by the fires through Feb. 15.
Verizon has a free wifi spot open at 23841 Malibu Rd., Malibu from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Odyssey Games in Pasadena is offering their shop to evacuees to charge cell phones, use the restroom, and grab a snack, 1795 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
Octavia's Bookshelf is collecting water, air purifiers, and gift cards for fire victims. The store is transitioning to be a healing center for fire victims, with plans to offer therapy sessions, writing workshops and more. Watch their Instagram account for updates, 1353 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena
U-Haul is offering 30-days of self-storage and U-box rentals for free to fire evacuees and affected families: 92 facilities are participating, in L.A., Orange County, the Inland Empire and elsewhere. Check this document for contact info
Other resource lists
Mutual Aid LA Network has put together an extensive list of resources for fire evacuees and folks who want to help
The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles has compiled a list of resources for fire victims and evacuees, including legal and mental health support
