Links from Sybil Boutilier
Senior Analyst Public Policy, Programs, Legislative Affairs
FEMA Assistance: Apply for FEMA assistance here.
Food/water/masks/other items: Mutual Aid LA has a thorough guide with locations offering N95 masks, food, water, and more.
Insurance: LAist has a guide to get you started on insurance claims.
Childcare: The YMCAs across the greater Los Angeles area are offering childcare as well as temporary shelter, showers, basic amenities, and mental health support.
Vital records: If you have been directly impacted by the fires, you can request property and vital records (i.e., birth, death, marriage) free of charge by calling 800-201-8999 or emailing recorder@rrcc.lacounty.gov
Housing:
- Hotel listings with availability and discount information and for those who have been evacuated.
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211LA has partnered with Airbnb to offer free temporary
housing to some people; you can apply here.
Post Office Boxes
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Pacific Palisades Post Office, 15243 La Cruz Dr., 90272 — Temporarily closed. During this closure, customers’ mail will be available at the Rancho Park Post Office, 11270 Exposition Blvd. Floor 1, Los Angeles, 90064. Customer pick-up hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Retail services are available at the following locations:
- West Los Angeles Finance Station, 11420 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, 90025. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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Palms Post Office, 3751 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles, 90025.
Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Customers are reminded to bring proper photo identification
for mail and package pickups.