Outreach & navigation
211 — local help in your area
Works in every city · 24 hours in most areas
One call connects you to shelter, food, rent help and health services where you are.
For: Anyone
Find help
Hours change. Always call to confirm. This is not a live bed count.
5 listed for Los Angeles, California
Benefits & aid
Benefits.gov
Works in every city · Online, any time
Answer a few questions and it lists benefits you may qualify for.
For: Anyone
Benefits & aidTakes Medicaid
Medicaid & healthcare.gov
Works in every city · Online, any time
Free or low-cost health coverage. Medicaid pays for most detox and rehab.
For: Low or no income
Benefits & aid
SNAP food assistance
Works in every city · Online, any time
Apply for monthly food money in your state. You can apply with no income and no address.
For: Low or no income
Food
USDA National Hunger Hotline
Works in every city · Weekdays, 7am–10pm ET
Tells you where to get food today and how to apply for food assistance.
For: Anyone who needs food