At Meetcaregivers, we are committed to supporting our communities during challenging times like the current wildfires affecting California. Seniors and individuals with disabilities are among the most vulnerable during natural disasters.
To assist seniors and their caregivers in the LA Community, we’ve gathered helpful resources to help keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy during wildfire events.
Emergency Resources in Los Angeles County are:
Evacuation Centers and Shelters
- Red Cross Evacuation Center Locator: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html
- Los Angeles County Emergency Information: https://www.lacounty.gov/emergency/
- Cal OES Evacuation Map and Updates: https://www.caloes.ca.gov/
- 211 LA County:Call 211 or visit https://www.211la.org/ for local resources, including healthcare access and transportation to shelters.
- California Health and Human Services Wildfire Resources: https://www.chhs.ca.gov/
Air Quality Information
- AirNow Current Conditions: https://www.airnow.gov/
- South Coast AQMD Alerts and Recommendations: http://www.aqmd.gov/
What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom announced Los Angeles area wildfire survivors are able to apply for federal assistance today. The state also launched a new website – CA.gov/LAfires – to support survivors.
Individuals and business owners who sustained losses from wildfires in Los Angeles County can apply for disaster assistance:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- Calling 800-621-3362
- By using the FEMA smart phone application
- Assistance is available in over 40 languages
How to stay Informed:
- Sign up for evacuation notices and critical updates for LA County: Ready LA
- Tips for evacuating safely: Evacuation Guide
- Real-time information and safety tips: Cal OES News | Ready.ca.gov
- Monitor ongoing fires: fire.ca.gov
- Get real-time air quality updates: Air Quality Monitoring (South Coast AQMD)
- Information on power shutoffs: Stay Updated on Public Safety Power Shutoffs
- Real-time traffic maps: CalTrans Traffic Alert/Map
- Please contact us at 1-888-541-1136 if you have any questions or issues accessing resources. We are here to help.