Diabetes Resources for LA Fires

Diabetes Resources:

Camp Conrad Chinook email address for diabetes supplies: info@diabetescamping.org

Insulin for Life USA: https://iflusa.org/contact/

Tandem: DisasterAssistance@TandemDiabetes.com

Omnipod: https://www.omnipod.com/poddertalk/diabetes-support/diabetes-disaster-response-coalition-helps-prepare-and-provide-relief

Medtronic: https://www.medtronicdiabetes.com/customer-support/product-and-service-updates/nd43

Lilly/Humalog: https://www.lilly.com/impact/disaster-relief

NovoCare/Novolog: https://www.novocare.com/diabetes/help-with-costs/help-with-insulin-costs/immediate-supply.html

Here are some resources for children/families in general: https://www.chla.org/windstorm-and-wildfire-resources-patients-and-families

Local Resources:

Evacuation Shelters and Housing Support

• Los Angeles County Emergency Evacuation Centers For up-to-date shelter locations and evacuation center details, visit the Los Angeles County Disaster Information page. LA County Emergency Info Evacuation Center Hotline: 211 (Please dial 211 for information)

• American Red Cross The Red Cross provides emergency shelters for evacuees and also provides food, water, and basic necessities. Red Cross LA Website Phone: (800) 733-2767 – dial option #4

Food, Water, and Essential Supplies

• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank The Food Bank provides food resources for families. Food Bank Website Phone: (323) 234-3030 or dial 211

• Meals on Wheels Meals are being distributed to seniors and vulnerable individuals through partner organizations. Find a Local Meals on Wheels Provider (and obtain a local Phone #)

• 211 LA - Disaster Relief Resources 211 LA provides food, water, clothing, and shelter resources for people affected by wildfires and other disasters. 211 LA Website Phone: Dial 211 for immediate help

Clothing, Hygiene, and Relief Supplies

• American Red Cross Los Angeles Region The American Red Cross provides Information about receiving disaster relief assistance. American Red Cross Website Phone: (800) 675-5799

• Goodwill Southern California Goodwill is accepting donations. Goodwill Website Phone: (323) 223-1211

Pet Resources and Animal Shelters

• Los Angeles Animal Services Emergency preparedness for pets and animals. LA Animal Services Website Phone: (888) 452-7381

• American Humane American Humane provides disaster preparedness resources for pets. American Humane Website Phone: (800) 227-4645

Mental Health and Counseling Services

• Hartford EAP

800-96-HELPS (800-964-3577)

• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 | Chat at 988Lifeline.org

• Veterans Crisis Line

Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1

• Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) DMH is providing mental health services for individuals and families impacted by the wildfires and evacuations. DMH Website Phone: (800) 854-7771

• Crisis Text Line Free, confidential mental health support for those struggling with anxiety, stress, or trauma due to the fires. Text HOME to 741741 Crisis Text Line Website

• Disaster Distress Helpline (SAMHSA) Provides confidential counseling for people experiencing emotional distress due to the wildfires. Phone: (800) 985-5990 SAMHSA

General Relief and Community Resources

• California Volunteers California Volunteers provides disaster preparedness and recovery resources and offers volunteer opportunities. California Volunteers Website Phone: (916) 325-1630

• United Way of Greater Los Angeles United Way provides relief resources for families in need.

United Way LA Website

Phone: (213) 808-6220