La Mirada
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Local offices in La Mirada
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Housing help · City office
La Mirada Home Improvement Assistance
13700 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638
Help here
- Home improvement assistanceEligible homeowners can ask about help fixing code violations and deteriorating home conditions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoflamirada.org
Local office · City office
La Mirada City Hall
13700 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638
Help here
- City information and servicesCall City Hall for help reaching city departments and services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoflamirada.org
Older adults · City office
La Mirada Activity Center
13810 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638
Help here
- Older adult programsOlder adults can find recreation activities, classes, clubs, and volunteer programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoflamirada.org
Library · County office
La Mirada Library
13800 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library for books, computers, research help, study rooms, and learning resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on library.lacounty.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
La Mirada Community Services
13710 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind city recreation classes, activities, camps, and programs at local parks and facilities.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoflamirada.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of La Mirada first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Sarang Community Church
4.9 miles from the center of La Mirada2145 W. La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 11 AM (1st and 3rd of the month). By appointment
What to bring: Make an appointment by text.
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
KACC Food Pantry
Knott Avenue Christian Church
5.2 miles from the center of La Mirada315 S. Knott Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92804
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
every other thursday, from 12pm - 1pm. 2026 dates: October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & Friday Nov. 27; December 10 & Dec. 24.
Listed on kacc.church, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Western Ave Church of Christ
5.5 miles from the center of La Mirada641 S. Western Ave, Anaheim, CA 92804
Hours
- Wed5 PM to 6 PM
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Salvation Army - Family Services
The Salvation Army
5.9 miles from the center of La Mirada1515 W. North Street, Anaheim, CA 92801
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 2:30 PM. Call ahead for an appointment
- Tue9 AM to 11:45 AM. Call ahead for an appointment; 1 PM to 2:30 PM. Call ahead for an appointment
- Wed9 AM to 11:45 AM. Call ahead for an appointment; 1 PM to 2:30 PM. Call ahead for an appointment
- Thu9 AM to 11:45 AM. Call ahead for an appointment; 1 PM to 2:30 PM. Call ahead for an appointment
What to bring: Call ahead for an appointment.
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Justin Martyr SVDP
St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church
6.6 miles from the center of La Mirada2050 W. Ball Rd, Anaheim, CA 92804
Hours
- Sat8 AM to 10 AM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Boniface Catholic Church
6.9 miles from the center of La Mirada124 N. Resh St, Anaheim, CA 92805
Hours
- Wed8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Listed on feedoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve La Mirada
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
2300 Pellissier Place, City of Industry, CA 90601
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Community Legal Aid SoCal
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
City of Los Angeles, Community Investment for Families Department
1200 W. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
County of Los Angeles Department of Public Social Services
12860 Crossroads Parkway South, City of Industry, CA 91746-3411
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Foothill Unity Center, Inc.
790 W. Chestnut Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Long Beach Community Action Partnership
117 West Victoria Street, Long Beach, CA 90805
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Los Angeles County
La Mirada is in Los Angeles County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Child support · County office
Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing and enforcing child support orders.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cssd.lacounty.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
211 LA
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding housing, food, health care, and other services in Los Angeles County.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211la.org
Housing help · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Homeless Services and Housing
655 Maple Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Help here
- Homelessness and housing supportGet connected to outreach, housing, and prevention resources if you are homeless or at risk of losing housing.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on homeless.lacounty.gov
Housing help · County office
Los Angeles County Development Authority
700 W. Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801
Help here
- Housing assistanceGet information about county housing programs, including public housing and housing choice vouchers.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lacda.org
Public health · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
Help here
- Public health clinicsPublic Health clinics offer services such as immunizations and testing for some infections.Read more
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.lacounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
550 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Help here
- Mental health help and crisis supportCall for mental health services, crisis support, and help finding care in Los Angeles County.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmh.lacounty.gov
California programs by kind of help
These are run by California and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 LA
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988