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Community Resources
This page was updated on September 9, 2020.
Text Alerts
Text Alerts are available from the Orange County Health Care Agency. To opt-in, text OCCOVID19 to 888777.
County of Orange Hotline
Residents can call the County Hotline to obtain information on County Resources: 714-834-2000. Through the hotline, callers can be connected to the following county agencies:
- Orange County Health Care Agency – Health Referral Line, Behavioral Health Resources
- Orange County Social Services Agency – Risk Benefits
- Orange County Office on Aging – Resources for Seniors
- Orange County District Attorney’s Office – Scams, Price Gouging
- County of Orange Emergency Operations Center Hotline – Non-Medical Questions
Volunteer Response Needed
The OC Emergency Volunteer Center (EVC) is now activated. If you would like to volunteer at one of Orange County’s nonprofits, click here.
Career One Stop
Visit their website for job assistance.
Employment Development Department (EDD)
Individuals whose employment is affected by the pandemic should visit the EDD website for information.
Onward California
One-stop resource for the people of California impacted by job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Grocery/Prescription Assistance
If you need assistance with getting groceries or picking-up prescriptions, please contact La Palma Community Services at (714) 690-3350. We will work with you to partner you with someone who can take these tasks on for you.
Meals on Wheels
La Palma offers a Meals on Wheels program that serves nutritionally balanced meals to residents who are physically unable to prepare their own meals. During the current COVID-19 crisis, based on availability from La Palma Intercommunity Hospital who prepares the meals, you may join the program until the stay-at-home direction is lifted. For more information and costs, please contact the Meals on Wheels Coordinator at (714) 690-3352.
Older Adult Resources
The County of Orange also has additional services that may be available. The Office on Aging Information & Assistance Call Center can be reached at (800)510-2020. Their staff will screen the calls to link senior residents with Orange County community partner organizations.
Child Care Referrals
For information on how to enroll in subsidized emergency child care, visit the Children’s Home Society of California’s website.
Free Meals
All children, 18 years and under, can pick up a meal at Kennedy High School (8281 Walker Street) in La Palma from 11am-12pm.
- Each child will receive a breakfast and lunch meal
- No paperwork or signups are necessary
- Children must be present in order to receive a meal
- Meals will be offered for pick-up only, no meals will be consumed on-site
For more information, including other locations, visit the Anaheim Union High School District website.
Schools
For the latest information regarding Orange County schools, visit the Orange County Department of Education website.
Tones at 2
Starting March 27, Orange County Fire Authority is launching “Tones at 2” (that’s fire lingo for “fire tones at 2 p.m.”). This Facebook Live feed will pull the curtains back of Orange County Fire Authority. Geared towards elementary aged students, firefighters will be showing different aspects of the fire department over the next two weeks including OCFA fire stations, fire investigation dog “Freedom,” a fire helicopter, and much more.
So remember, at 2 p.m. every Monday through Friday on Facebook at facebook.com/OrangeCountyFire, you are invited to tune in, learn and, of course, ask lots of questions. The OCFA hopes this will be a fun and interactive learning tool while we are all adjusting to a new normal.
ReOpen OC Safely
ReOpen OC Safely was developed in collaboration with Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce, North Orange County Chamber of Commerce, Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce, and Visit Anaheim as a resource to prepare to safely reopen for business as the county continues to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. Click here for more information.
Orange County Community Services
Orange County Community Services has implemented a call center to meet the needs of businesses impacted by the pandemic. Businesses can call the Economic & Business Recovery Call Center at (714) 480-6500 during hours of operation Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bilingual call center operators will be available to assist and assess situations, and offer resources tailored to meet individual business needs. Translation for the call center will be available in over 240 languages.
North Orange County Chamber of Commerce
North Orange County Chamber is committed to keeping the business community up to date during the COVID-19 crisis. Businesses are encouraged to visit their website for additional information.
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has excellent resources for small businesses, including a Paycheck Protection Program, Economic Injury Disaster Loans & Loan Advance programs, and other resources. Visit their website for more information.
Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development
Helpful information for employers and all Californians related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for more information.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
The IRS has created a webpage of resources to help impacted taxpayers and businesses.