At Love and Light 888 Inc., we recognize the unique challenges faced by individuals reentering society after incarceration. Our commitment is to provide support and resources to facilitate a successful transition back into the community. Below, we've compiled a list of helpful resources tailored for ex-offenders, including housing, employment, education, and mental health services.
Housing Assistance
- **Transitional Housing Programs:** Explore options for temporary housing solutions that offer stability and support during your reintegration process.
- **Public Housing Authorities:** Visit your local housing authority for information on public housing and rental assistance programs designed for individuals with criminal records.
Employment Resources
- **Job Training Programs:** Our partner organizations offer job readiness training, resume workshops, and interview preparation specifically for ex-offenders to enhance employability.
- **Second Chance Job Listings:** Check out resources that provide job opportunities that are more inclusive of individuals with criminal records.
Educational Opportunities
- **Adult Education and GED Programs:** Access programs that help you earn your high school diploma or GED, paving the way for further education and job prospects.
- **Vocational Training:** Opportunities exist for skill-building in various trades, allowing you to gain qualifications that are in demand in the job market.
Mental Health and Support Services
- **Counseling Services:** Connect with therapists and counselors who specialize in helping individuals navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of reentry.
- **Support Groups:** Join support networks and groups that provide guidance, shared experiences, and community resources for ex-offenders.
Legal Assistance
- **Free Legal Clinics:** Access legal aid clinics that can help with expungement processes and understanding your rights as a former inmate.
- **Reentry Legal Resources:** Resources are available to guide you through legal challenges you may face during your transition.
Community & Social Services
- **Mentorship Programs:** Find mentors who can provide guidance, support, and encouragement during your transitional period.
- **Family Reunification Programs:** Explore resources that assist in rebuilding relationships with family members and support systems.
Contact Us
If you have questions or need assistance in accessing these resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. At Love and Light 888 Inc., we are dedicated to standing by your side, providing the love and support you need on your journey to a brighter future.
Together, we can illuminate the path to new beginnings.
Paving the Way
44818 Fern Ave.
Ste. 105
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 522–4134 Monday–Thursday
9am–2pm
Services:
o Food and clothing
o Housing assistance
o Transportation
o Financial assistance
o Employment
o Education
o Health care
o Legal services
Website: pavingthewayfd.com
The Catalyst
Foundation
547 W. Lancaster Blvd.
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 948–8559 Monday–Thursday
9am–5pm
Must reside in the area.
Assistance for individuals who were justice
– impacted or were in the prison system.
Services:
o Enrollment to social services
o Expungement support
o Physical and mental health
o Housing support
o Legal aid support
o Employment and education
o Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
treatment
Website: catalystfdn.org
Champions in Service
12605 Osborne St.
Pacoima, CA 91343
Champions in Service
8743 Burnet Ave.
North Hills, CA 91343
(818) 891–9399 Monday–Friday
9am–5pm
Services:
o Employment and education assistance
o Housing assistance
o Court advocacy
o Expungement support
o Tattoo removal
o Financial assistance
Website: championsinservice.org
Behavioral Systems
Southwest Inc.
8141 Orion Ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 780–5139 Monday–Friday
8am–4pm
Transitional Housing – Men only
Must be referred by Parole Department
Services:
o 32 beds – Call to verify.
o Life skills
o Computer literacy
o Case management
o Stress management
o Job readiness
o Victim awareness training
o Substance abuse education
Website:
behavioralsystemssouthwest.com
Alliance for Community
Empowerment
6925 Canoga Ave.
Canoga Park, CA 91303
(818) 704–7884 Monday–Friday
8am–4pm
Sector Program:
o Education
o Support services
o Willingness to accept counseling and
support services.
o Training in manufacturing or
construction
o Personal and career assessments
o Job searching and placement.
o Prevention and intervention programs
available
Website: ace4change.org
CHRYSALIS
San Fernando Valley
13545 Van Nuys Blvd.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 749–4200
Monday–Thursday
8am–12pm
1pm–4pm
Friday
8am–12pm
Services are free and available to all.
This program is a job readiness program.
Services:
o One-on-one support from an
Employment Specialist
o Job search toolkit and employment
preparation classes
o Tips on addressing convictions with
employers.
o Resume writing services and practice
interviews.
o Computer lab and telephone access
o Professional attire and hygiene items
o Transitional employment opportunities
o Referrals to community partners
Website: changelives.org
Crossroads Inc.
P.O. Box 15
Claremont, CA 91711
(909) 626–7847 Monday–Friday
8am–4:30pm
Must be referred by Parole Department or
Amity Foundation.
Mail inquires for applications to P.O. Box
for adult women only.
Services:
o Residential housing
o Case management
o Education and employment assistance
o Addiction treatment and counseling
o 6 – 12 months residential program
Weingart Center
566 San Pedro St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 627–9000 Monday–Friday
7:30am–5:30pm
Must be referred by Parole Department or
visit Hope Row Resource Center.
Programs:
o AB 109
o STOP – Comprehensive housing
program
o Long Term Offender Reentry Recovery
o B7 Bridge Housing
Services:
o Workforce development program
o Case management
Website: weingart.org
Behavioral Systems
Southwest Inc.
1831 N. Vine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 461–2817 Monday–Friday
8am–7pm
Transitional Housing – Men only
Must be referred by Parole Department
Services:
o 65 beds – Call to verify.
o Life skills development
o Education and vocational training
o Stress and anger management
o Mental health assistance
o Housing and supportive services
Website:
behavioralsystemssouthwest.com
CHRYSALIS
Downtown Los Angeles
522 S. Main St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 806–6300
Monday–Thursday
8am–12pm
1pm–4pm
Friday
8am–12pm
Services are free and available to all.
Services:
o One-on-one support from an
Employment Specialist
o Job search toolkit and employment
preparation classes
o Tips on addressing convictions with
employers.
o Computer lab and telephone access
o Professional attire and hygiene items
o Transitional employment opportunities
o Referrals to community partners
Website: changelives.org
Homeboy industries
130 W. Bruno St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(323) 526–1254 Monday – Friday
9am – 2pm
Services:
o Arts Academy
o Domestic violence
o Tattoo removal
o Mental health
o Legal services
o Youth re-entry
o Support groups
o Solar panel
training
o Case
management
o Workforce
development
o Education
criminal record expunged
expunge criminal record
criminal record expungement
Behavioral Systems
Southwest Inc.
1000 W. Sunset Blvd.
Suite 100
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 250–0110
Monday–Friday
6am–6pm
Saturday–Sunday
8am–4pm
Day Reporting Center
Must be referred by Parole Department
o Substance abuse classes
o Parenting classes
o Case management
o Employment referrals
o All parolees (after COMPAS) are eligible.
o An agent of record must provide
referral via CDCR form 1502
Website:
behavioralsystemssouthwest.com
CHRYSALIS
Santa Monica
1853 Lincoln Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 401–9400
Monday–Thursday
8am–12pm
1pm–4pm
Friday
8am–12pm
Services are free and available to all.
This program is a job readiness program.
Services:
o One-on-one support from an
Employment Specialist
o Job search toolkit and employment
preparation classes
o Tips on addressing convictions with
employers.
o Resume writing services and practice
interviews.
o Computer lab and telephone access
o Professional attire and hygiene items
o Transitional employment opportunities
o Referrals to community partners
Website: changelives.org
Shields – Jericho
Vocational Services
Center
11705 Deputy
Yamamoto Pl. #A
Lynwood, CA 90262
(323) 242–5000
ext. 3300
Monday–Friday
8:30am–5pm
o Supportive services
o Support for AB 109
o Education and vocational training
o Housing assistance
o Food bank
o Domestic violence and DUI services
o Case management
o Programs available: Juvenile Justice
Website: shieldsforfamilies.org
A New Way of Life
P.O. Box 875288
Los Angeles, CA 90087
(323) 563–3575 Monday–Friday
9am–5pm
Appointments Only
o Expungements
o Support for AB 109
o Obtain California ID and Social Security
card.
o Case management
o Family reunification
o Legal advocacy and leadership
o Child custody/ visitation
Website: anewwayoflife.org
Turning Point
Alcohol & Drug
Education Program Inc.
3756 Santa Rosalia Dr.
St. 617
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 296–1840 Monday–Friday
9am–5:30pm
Appointments Only
o Referral services
o Mental health services
o Re-entry housing for women
o HIV/AIDS testing and education
o Supportive services classes: anger
management, SUD, parenting classes,
and domestic violence classes
o Food distribution on the 2nd/4th Friday
o Court – approved programs for both
adults and adolescents
Website: turningpointaod.com
Los Angeles
Metropolitan Church
3320 S. Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 238–0446 Monday–Friday
9am–5pm
For an intake, must call or email
Services:
o Expungements and ex-offender services
o Case management/ support for AB 109
o Adults on parole in South Los Angeles
o Support group meetings every 2nd
Friday at 6pm
Website: lametrochurches.org
Safe Refuge
1041 Redondo Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90804
(562) 987–5722 Monday–Friday
8am–5pm
Must call for intake department.
Services:
o Employment readiness and placement
services
o Various counseling programs
o Outpatient treatment
o Residential treatment
o Substance abuse treatment
o RBH – Recovering Bridge Housing
Website: asaferefuge.org
Friends Outside Los
Angeles County
711 E. Hyde Park Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(626) 795–7607 Monday–Friday
9am–4pm
Requirements:
o Previously incarcerated
o Children must be 24 years old or
younger.
o Must adhere to a strict attendance
policy.
Services:
o Fatherhood – Dad’s Back program
o Reentry parenting
o Peer support groups
o Employment services
o Case management
o Healthy relationship workshops
o Economic relationship workshops
Website: friendsoutsidela.org
Mass Liberation
Educate Empower
Emancipate
21519 Menlo Ave.
Torrance, CA 90502
Email:
Contact@massli
beration.net
Monday–Friday
7:30am–4:30pm
Transitional Housing – Men only
o Community Learning Center
o Employment skills training
o Community learning center
o Online re-entry learning platform
o Housing assistance
Website: massliberation.net
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