Useful Mental Health Links

These links will provide you with online information on mental health care and counseling resources.

Altadena & Eaton Fire Recovery Resources

Families, homeowners, renters, and individuals affected by the Eaton Fire may still be eligible for financial assistance, rebuilding support, mental health services, housing help, and other recovery resources. Programs and availability can change. We encourage survivors to contact each organization directly for the most current eligibility and application information.

Financial assistance & Grants

CalAssist Mortgage Fund

California homeowners whose primary residence was destroyed or left uninhabitable by a qualifying disaster may be eligible for mortgage assistance.
Eligible homeowners can receive up to one year of mortgage payments. Assistance is paid directly to the mortgage servicer, there is no cost to apply, and the assistance does not need to be repaid.

Important: Applications are currently scheduled to close November 2, 2026, and funding is limited.

Apply / Learn More:
https://www.calassistmortgagefund.org/

Phone:
1-800-501-0019

Best For:
Homeowners needing help with mortgage payments while rebuilding or remaining displaced.

USDA Eaton Fire Home Repair Grants

USDA Rural Development announced $3 million in disaster assistance for homeowners affected by the Eaton Fire.

Eligible homeowners may qualify for grants of up to $32,420 per household for essential home repairs, disaster-related damage, restoring a home to habitable condition, and necessary site preparation or cleanup.

Learn More:
https://www.rd.usda.gov/

Search for: Eaton Fire Disaster Assistance Grants

Contact:
Bryan.Anguiano@USDA.gov

Best For:
Eligible homeowners needing financial assistance for essential repairs and habitability.

RISE Homes Rebuilding Incentives

RISE Homes provides financial incentives for eligible California property owners rebuilding homes destroyed or red-tagged by natural disasters.

The program supports all-electric, energy-efficient rebuilding.

Typical incentives include:

Single-family home: up to $10,000
Equity-qualified single-family homeowner: up to $15,000
Accessory Dwelling Unit: up to $7,000
Equity-qualified ADU: up to $10,500
Additional incentives may be available for batteries, efficient water heating, and Passive House construction.
Apply / Learn More:
https://risehomesca.com/

Phone:
833-202-3654

Email:
info@risehomesca.com

Best For:
Homeowners rebuilding and interested in energy-efficient, all-electric construction.

Eaton Fire Collaborative – Unmet Needs Assistance

The Eaton Fire Collaborative Long-Term Recovery Group works with survivors whose recovery needs are not fully covered by insurance, government programs, or other assistance.

Support may include help with:

  • Essential home repairs
  • Housing-related expenses
  • Household recovery costs
  • Health and wellness needs
  • Rebuilding support
  • Other unmet disaster-related needs
    Survivors are encouraged to register for recovery support and connect with a case manager.

Learn More / Register for Support:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/

Best For:
Individuals and families who still have unmet recovery needs after using other available assistance.

Case Management & Recovery Navigation

Disaster Case Management Program

The Disaster Case Management Program provides one-on-one recovery support for Eaton and Palisades wildfire survivors.

Case managers can help with:

  • FEMA appeals
  • Insurance claims
  • SBA issues
  • Financing options
  • Rebuilding decisions
  • Contractors and floorplans
  • Local resources
  • Long-term recovery planning
    Phone:
    833-775-3267 or 833-775-DCMP

Learn More:
https://recovery.lacounty.gov/disaster-case-management-program/

Best For:
Survivors who need someone to help them navigate multiple recovery programs and develop a long-term recovery plan.

Eaton Fire Collaborative – Long-Term Recovery Group

The Long-Term Recovery Group coordinates nonprofits, government agencies, faith-based organizations, community groups, businesses, and funders helping Eaton Fire survivors.

Its work includes:

Local In-Person Help

The Collaboratory – Eaton Fire Recovery Hub

The Collaboratory is a local resource center where Eaton Fire survivors can connect with recovery organizations and community partners.

Services available through participating organizations include housing support, financial guidance, rebuilding assistance, health services, legal/resource navigation, and community recovery programs.

Address:
540 W. Woodbury Road
Altadena, CA 91001

Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday & Thursday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Learn More:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/thecollaboratory

Altadena Community Center

Los Angeles County provides in-person recovery assistance for Eaton Fire survivors.

Address:
730 E. Altadena Drive
Altadena, CA 91001

Hours:
Monday–Friday
9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Learn More:
https://recovery.lacounty.gov/altadena/

Free Repair & Remediation Support

Eaton Fire Cleanup & Repair Assistance

Free cleanup and repair assistance may be available to households that are uninsured or severely underinsured.

Current Programs:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Look for:
Eaton Fire 2025 Clean-Up & Repair Assistance

CORE Remediation Assistance

CORE helps connect Altadena and Pasadena homeowners and renters with remediation assistance for homes affected by smoke and ash.

Services may be available at no cost.

Find Current Application Information:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Look for:
Remediation Assistance / CORE

Legal & Insurance Support

Eaton Fire Cleanup & Repair Assistance

Provides legal assistance to qualifying individuals affected by Southern California wildfires.

Assistance may include housing, benefits, insurance, consumer issues, and disaster recovery matters.

Find Current Services Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County

Provides free legal assistance to individuals and families harmed by disasters.

Find Current Services Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Public Counsel

Provides legal support and disaster-recovery navigation.

Find Current Services Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

United Policyholders

Provides insurance claim and recovery information for California wildfire survivors.

This can be especially useful for homeowners navigating:

  • Insurance claims
  • Underinsurance
  • Claim disputes
  • Rebuilding coverage
  • Documentation

Find Current Resources Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Document Replacement

Free Replacement of Vital Records

Los Angeles County residents directly affected by the fires may be able to obtain certain property and vital records at no cost for recovery purposes.

Phone:
800-201-8999

Select Option 1, then Option 2.

Email:
recorder@rrcc.lacounty.gov

Community Recovery Directory

Eaton Fire Collaborative

The Eaton Fire Collaborative maintains one of the most useful current directories of vetted organizations providing direct assistance to fire survivors.

Resources include:

LA County Altadena Fire Recovery

Official Los Angeles County recovery information for Altadena residents.

Learn More:
https://recovery.lacounty.gov/altadena/

LA County Eaton Fire Recovery

Official countywide Eaton Fire recovery portal.

Learn More:
https://recovery.lacounty.gov/disasters/eaton-fire/

Rebuilding & Permit Assistance

LA County Eaton Fire Rebuilding Resources

Los Angeles County provides centralized information for homeowners and residents navigating recovery and rebuilding.

Resources include:

LA County One-Stop Permit Centers

Fire-impacted homeowners can receive in-person assistance with rebuilding permits and County requirements.

Learn More:
https://recovery.lacounty.gov/

Select: One-Stop Permit Centers

Best For:
Property owners preparing plans, applying for permits, or working through rebuilding requirements.

RISE Homes Pre-Approved Rebuilding Plans

RISE Homes partners offer pre-approved home designs intended to reduce permitting time and rebuilding costs.

Plans are available for certain Los Angeles County rebuilding projects.

Learn More:
https://risehomesca.com/preapproved.html

Housing & Rental Assistance

Union Station Homeless Services – Eaton Fire Housing Assistance

Union Station Homeless Services provides housing-related financial assistance to households directly affected by the Eaton Fire.

The program is designed to assist households that may not qualify for traditional housing programs.

Find Current Assistance Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Look for:
USHS Eaton Fire Housing Assistance Program

Greenline Housing Foundation

Greenline Housing Foundation provides support to Eaton Fire survivors that may include:

Grants
Financial education
Housing recovery assistance
Home maintenance support
Find Current Program Information Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity

SGV Habitat for Humanity is assisting eligible Eaton Fire survivors with home repair and rebuilding.

Learn More Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

LA County Resources for Renters

Renters affected by smoke, ash, fire damage, or unsafe housing conditions can access information about habitability, tenant protections, insurance issues, and available assistance.

Learn More:
https://recovery.lacounty.gov/renters/

Mental Health & Emotional Support

Los Angeles County Mental Health Hotline

Free mental health support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Call or Text:
800-854-7771

Available:
24/7

Foothill Flourish – Free Therapy for Eaton Fire Survivors

Foothill Flourish, connected with Foothill Family, offers free therapy sessions for Eaton Fire survivors.

The Eaton Fire Collaborative currently lists the program as offering 10 free therapy sessions.

Find Program Information:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Eaton Fire Collaborative Wellness Resources

The Eaton Fire Collaborative helps connect survivors with wellness and emotional-support resources.

Learn More:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/wellnessresources

Email:
wellnesscommittee@efclc.org

AlterCareLine

AlterCareLine provides free confidential peer support, phone and video counseling, and support groups for Los Angeles County residents.

Insurance and referrals are not required.

Find Current Information Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Children, Families & Schools

Pasadena Educational Foundation – Eaton Fire Response

Supports Pasadena Unified School District students, families, teachers, and employees affected by the Eaton Fire.

Learn More Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

YMCA of the Foothills

The Eaton Fire Collaborative currently lists free memberships and programs through 2026 for people affected by the Eaton Fire, including youth and family programming.

Learn More Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Young & Healthy

Provides healthcare navigation and medical-insurance enrollment assistance for children and families affected by the fires.

Learn More Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Disability & Vulnerable Population Support

Richard DeVylder Disaster Relief Fund

Provides disaster-related assistance and resources for people with disabilities.

Find Current Information Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Friends In Deed

Provides essential goods, community resources, and support for vulnerable individuals and families.

Learn More Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources

Pasadena Senior Center

Provides services and support for older adults affected by the Eaton Fire, including individuals who previously relied on the Altadena Senior Center.

Learn More Through:
https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/trustedcommunityresources