Social Services Center
11929 Alondra Blvd.
Norwalk, CA 90650
562/929-5544
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2009 Winter Social Services Schedule Services and Emergency Assistance
The Norwalk Social Services Center offers a range of emergency and support services to residents in crisis situations. Our goal is to assist individuals and families, whose resources have been exhausted, stabilize their situation and seek long-term solutions.
Bilingual (Spanish speaking) staff available.
Child Development Payment Program
This free/lowcost program is available to parents of children (newborn to 13 years of age) currently employed or participating in job training. Fees are determined on a sliding scale set by the State of California Department of Education and Los Angeles County through which this program is funded. Parents select a child care provider from list of licensed day care facilities currently utilized.
Children's Dental Program
Low-cost dental care is available to school age children, grades K through 12. This program is a cooperative effort between the City of Norwalk, Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District, and the Children's Dental Health Care Clinic in Long Beach. Transportation is available from local Norwalk schools.
Citizenship Services
Assistance with completion of citizenship forms is available every 3rd Thursday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This free service is provided by Catholic Charities. For information call (562) 929-5544.
Client Advocacy
Services include, but are not limited to providing information and referrals to social service agencies; crisis intervention to ensure clients rights; and assistance with completion and explanation of forms (i.e., Social Security, Welfare, Unemployment, etc.).
Food Stamp Outreach Program
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services will have a representative assisting the public with the Food Stamp Application Process at the Norwalk Social Services Center on an on-going basis as follows:
2nd Tuesday of every month
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Norwalk Social Services Center
11929 Alondra Blvd.
Meal Program for Seniors
Adults 60 years and older are welcome to enjoy hot nutritious meals.
Monday-Friday at 11:30 a.m.
Suggested Donation:
$2.00 ages 60 and over
$3.75 ages 59 and under
Provided by Steelworkers Oldtimers Foundation
Call (562) 929-5544 for reservations
Norwalk Dispute Resolution Program (NDRP)
NDRP provides mediation and conciliation services free of charge to persons that reside primarily in Norwalk and Los Angeles County. The majority types of cases handled through NDRP include but are not limiited to:
- Landlord/Tenant Matters (security deposits maintenance/repair; notices: 3-day Pay/Quit, 30-day & 60-day vacate; unlawful detainer)
- Consumer/Merchant (repairs; collections; refunds, warranties)
- Small Claims (debts; properties; accidents)
- Business (formation/dissolutions, disputes, transactions)
- Neighbor-to-Neighbor Disputes (trees; noise; barking; fences; trash; property lines)
Social Services Links
- Employment Development Dept.
- Cerritos College
- Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District
- Social Security Administration
- Fair Housing
- Consumer Credit Counseling
- Private Industry Council (SELACO)
Low Cost Community Counseling: Professional mental health services for individuals and families. Every Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Community Family Guidance: Counseling sessions are available for children. Every Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Emergency Food Cupboard
Emergency food assistance is provided to individuals and families in Norwalk facing crisis situations. This service is made possible by the City of Norwalk and through public and private donations.
Employment Bulletin Board
Current job openings, primarily entry level, in the Norwalk and surrounding areas are posted at the Social Services Center for individuals seeking employment. Businesses are welcomed to advertise employment opportunities free of charge. Please download a form, complete and email. You may also fax forms to (562) 929-5515.
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Neurotics Anonymous - Neuroticos Anonimos
Mondays & Wednesdays, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Spanish Only
Paralegal Services
Provided by Community Legal Services, available to qualifying Norwalk residents. Every Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Referrals
Information and referrals are made for a variety of support services including: alcohol and drug rehabilitation, counseling, employment assistance, money management, legal issues, and more.
Self-help Support Groups
Groups meet weekly to provide support and information relating to various issues.
- Al-Anon (Tuesdays & Fridays 8:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m. - Spanish Speaking Group)
- Alcoholic Anonymous (Mondays & Fridays 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Spanish Speaking Group)
- Domestic Violence (Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
- Compulsive Eaters Anonymous (CEA) (Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Thursdays 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. - Spanish Speaking Group)
- Women's Support Group (Thursdays 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Special Annual Programs
- Angel Tree Project (December)
This is a community outreach program for children (ages 5-11) of families facing financial hardship during the holidays. Children attend a Holiday Celebration where they visit with Santa, participate in Holiday crafts, and receive gifts of toys, clothing and other goodies. Clothing, toys, and monetary donations are greatly needed and always welcome for the success of this program.
- Influenza Immunizations (Fall)
Flu shots are provided free of charge to senior citizens.
