Web Resources
The links listed below are being provided as additional resources for you. Most of these are not affiliated with the Center for Work and Family Life. Neither the Center,
nor the University, is responsible for these websites, their content or the referral information they provide. As such, we encourage you to be an educated consumer in using
the links below to take you to the resources available for that topic.
If you have any questions, comments or find information on this page that is incorrect or no longer current, please contact us at (213) 821-0800 or at
cwfl@usc.edu.
Addictions, Alcohol and Substance Abuse
is a Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition program of women and men who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes.
which includes Alateen for younger members, has been offering hope and help to families and friends of alcoholics.
® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
outreach and support for speakers of Spanish. An international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem; it is
nonprofessional, self-supporting, nondenominational, multiracial, apolitical, self-help group open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem.
are men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances.
is an independent, twelve-step, self-help organization for people with
a dual diagnosis of chemically dependence and an emotional or psychiatric illness. Addresses how both illnesses affect all areas of life.
primary purpose is to stay free of marijuana and to help the marijuana addict who still suffers achieve the same freedom. They do this by practicing their suggested twelve steps of recovery and by being guided as a group by their twelve traditions.
helps men and women for whom Drugs has become a major problem. Their concern is what addicts want to do about their problem and how they can help.
welcomes all those seeking freedom from nicotine addiction, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids.
provides a list of detox inpatient for centers for people of limited means.
helps others to recover from sexual compulsion. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop having compulsive sex.
(SASH) offers hope and valuable resources to those seeking information about sexual addiction.
is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping women overcome
alcoholism and other addictions. Their "New Life" program helps achieve sobriety and sustain ongoing recovery.
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Anger Management
provides information about anger, including how anger is expressed and tips for controlling it.
is a mental health information and referral service for a broad range of local services and support groups, including anger. It also provides literature on various mental health issues.
is a printable checklist to help you manage your anger.
Child Abuse Prevention
provides child welfare professionals with easy access to vital information about selected child
welfare related programs.
connects child welfare and related professionals to comprehensive information and resources to help protect children and strengthen families. Topics from prevention to permanency, including child abuse and neglect, foster care, and adoption are covered.
Child Care
provides referrals to local child care providers, information on state
licensing requirements and information on availability of child care subsidies.
refers parents
to licensed preschools and / or home based child care centers in West Los Angeles.
refers parents
to licensed preschools and / or home based child care centers in South Los Angeles.
refers parents to licensed
preschools and / or home-based child care centers in West Hollywood and Echo Park.
Los Angeles County .
is a commercial enterprise that has a database for babysitters,
nannies and pet sitters. Sittercity serves the entire LA area and most of Southern California. Sittercity does not screen sitters, but for a fee they will do a background check.
is a database of nannies and baby-sitters that have cleared criminal
background checks in California. It is a screening program of in-home caregivers in the state with access to fingerprint records at the California Department of Justice and the FBI.
Depression and Anxiety
The helps to indentify symptoms of anxiety, explain the causes, and describe treatments.
The provides information and help for three major disorders, social anxiety, panic and generalized anxiety.
The provides up-to-date tools and information about the impact and management of these illnesses.
The is a detailed booklet that describes symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping. The entire booklet may be downloaded or read online.
provides information on anxiety and depression, in addtion to other mental health concerns.
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Disabilities and Special Needs
Theis a lifelong resource, support network and advocate for listening, learning,
talking and living independently with hearing loss.
The website
provides comprehensive information about ADA.
The mission of (Attention Deficit Disorder
Association) is to provide information, resources and networking to adults with AD/HD and to the professionals who work with them
Help line provides the latest information from leading experts for ADHD, ADD, learning disabilities and other behavioral disorders. Books, videos, audios and resource building materials for adults and children alike are offered(www.addhelpline.org).
(Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
is the nation's leading non-profit organization serving individuals with AD/HD and their families. CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S.
Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and other organizations.
is a unique international online
magazine (e-zine), dedicated to advancing an exchange of information and expertise about the international independent living movement of people with disabilities
offers hundreds of articles and resources for educators, parents,
and others concerned about children and adults with learning disabilities and ADHD.
is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to preserving vision and helping people of all ages overcome the challenges of vision loss through clinical services, education, research, and advocacy.
The is a nonprofit braille printer
and publisher offering braille books, magazines, textbooks, tests, and customized embossing services.
The
works to ensure that children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school, work and life.
The administers a free library program of braille and audio materials circulated to eligible borrowers in the United States
by postage-free mail.
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Domestic Violence
provides free and low-cost legal help in domestic violence cases, resources to help children and teens, and guides to help you apply for a restraining order or
respond to a request for a restraining order.
acts as a "catalyst for innovative, long-range plans to end domestic violence." This site also provides a list of crisis centers, victim resources and safety information.
develops strategies, programs, and resources to stop family violence. Its Web site offers a news desk and prevention toolkits and information on FVPF's programs and services in public education, child welfare, immigration, public health, and criminal justice.
is a grassroots membership organization providing technical assistance, networking, and support to
programs and state coalitions serving battered women and their children. It also provides information and referrals to the general public and the media
provides resource information about and for battered men.
provides online support
groups, online resources, brochures and publications for underserved domestic violence groups.
provides resources and information about domestic male abuse.
provides easy-to-understand
legal information (it is not legal advice) and resources to women living with or escaping domestic violence.
Eating Disorders
broadcast on NOVA in
December 2000, explores anorexia and bulimia.
is an organization of food and nutrition professionals that promote optimal nutrition, health and well-being.
are individuals sharing their experience, insights and widsom with each other to recover from eating disorders.
The assist individuals and their families with finding resources
and information about eating disorders. They also provide referrals to support groups, help find therapists and answer calls to their hotline.
provides information and explanations about eating disorders.
is a nonprofit organization working to prevent eating disorders and provide treatment referrals to those suffering from anorexia,
bulimia and binge eating disorder and those concerned with body image and weight issues.
is an educational website about eating disorders. It includes information about treatments and where to find help.
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Elder Care
is a nonprofit membership organization for persons 50 years and
older dedicated to addressing their needs and interest.
is a
nonprofit professional organization of health care providers. The site includes membership, educational and publication materials.
seeks to enhance the knowledge and skills of those who want to improve the quality of life of older adults and their families.
is a consumer advocacy group that educates consumers on how to get good care in nursing homes.
This guide provides tools that can be used by family members who are searching for a facility.
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This tool on the Medicare website displays quality measure data, deficiencies and other information about nursing homes.
It is organized by state and county to help you search for facilities near you or anywhere in the country.
helps older people remain
healthy and independent, find jobs, and increase access to benefit programs. This site also includes a resource section called My Medicare Matters.
focuses on the two most fundamental issues facing elderly and disabled people: maintaining a basic level of income and having access to health care.
This guidebook takes a "nuts and bolts" approach to explaining the laws that protect nursing home residents and providing practical advice on how residents and
their families can obtain the best nursing home care possible.
This guide explains 20 common problems residents face, then gives a clear explanation of the relevant law, along with careful instructions on how a resident, family
member or advocate should proceed.
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identifies
strategies that can help prevent serious injuries due to falls in the home and the community.
provides information and referral for home modifications and repair to adapt homes to a seniors changing needs.
allows Univerisity of Southern California geriatric specialists to bring crucial medical care to homebound seniors, who find visiting a physician’s clinic a strenuous
physical challenge. At the patient’s request, a geriatrician and a geriatric nurse specialist will visit the patient’s home, manage medical issues,
call-in pharmacy prescriptions, obtain blood samples for testing, coordinate care with a home health agency, assess home safety, help obtain in-home supportive services,
and much more. This team of specialists is supported by a full staff of dedicated medical professionals.
is a state funded program that helps low-income seniors and those who are blind or disabled stay in their homes by paying for in-home services such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, shopping and personal care.
is a professional organization representing a variety of agencies providing home care services, including home health agencies, hospice programs, and homemaker / home health aid agencies. Material on how to select a home care agency is available.
The
supports programs that serve the needs of terminally ill and grieving individuals of all ages.
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supports service providers and families through training, technical assistance, evaluation and research.
is the Alzheimer's Association's online tool to help
those affected by Alzheimer's disease find care in their community.
is a nonprofit
organization that assist caregivers with information, referrals and support.
provides information, education and support to
caregivers, especially those coping with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias.
provides resource
and support information to help older people live independently in their and safely in their homes for as long as possible.
provides caregivers
with basic tools, skills and information to provide quality care for a loved one, protecting their own mental and physical wellbeing.
offers support to caregivers providing long-term care at home to a loved one. Programs at the national, state and
local level are provided.
is an online caregiving community
giving resources, information and products for the employed caregiver, thereby lessening the hardships of eldercare.
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provides seniors and their families with testing and assessment, individual, couple and family therapy, in addition to counseling families and caregivers of persons
with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
represents nonprofit housing facilities for seniors. The website provides tips on how to selcet a facility and a searchable
directrory of it's membership.
helps seniors with limited income find
programs that may help pay for prescription drugs, utilities, health care and other essential items or services.
promotes
access to assistive technologies, related services, and information to enable people with disabilities to be successful, independent and productive.
provides resource
and support information to help older people live independently in their and safely in their homes for as long as possible.
is a comprehensive database of home care and hospice agencies. Use this resource to find the agencies in any particular area of the country.
offers resources, information support groups, family consultations etc. to caregivers living in Los Angeles County who care for an adult with brain impariment at home.
defines the scope of elder law and gives the latest news about legal issues affecting the elderly. Includes a search for elder law attorneys near you.
is a nonprofit professional organization of health and human services specialists, Professional Geriatric Care Managers, who help families care for older relatives, while
encouraging as much independence as possible. Includes a search for a Geriatric Care Manager.
is resource for nonprofit housing and services for seniors.
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is an association of 5,400 not-for-profit organizations dedicated to expanding the world of possibilities for aging. They seek to advance policies, promote practices and conduct research that supports, enables and empowers people to live fully as they age..
is an organization representing long-term care providers. Online tools include the Facility Finder, which can help you find a facility for your loved one. Types of facilities include: Nursing Home, Assisted Living Facility, Adult Family Home, and more.
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is a government advocacy
agency for the elderly. They provide information, referrals and outreach efforts to older people and their caregivers.
listed below provides direct services to seniors and at-risk individuals.
is the official U.S. government site for people with Medicare. This site includes the online tool Nursing Home Compare. It can provide detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.
provides basic information about Medicare prescription drug coverage, what it is, who can get it, when you can get it, how you can get it and why you should get it. This
site includes the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder, an interactive tool that allows you to narrow your search for a Medicare prescription drug plan based on your personal preferences such as cost,
drugs covered and participating pharmacies.
offers a broad range of services and programs that typically include resource and referral assistance.
The coordinates and supports a wide range of home and community based services, including information and referral, home-delivered and congregate meals,
transportation, employment services, senior centers, adult day care and long-term care ombudsman programs.
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is the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) mandated public transportation for people unable, due to a disability, to use accessible bus or train services in Los Angeles County. Access
Paratransit is a curb-to-curb shared-ride service. It is not cab service, emergency medical or social service transportation, and is not door-to-door or a private transportation
service. Several riders may be transported at one time in the same vehicle and fares are collected.
is designed to serve the senior and mobility
impaired citizens of Los Angeles. Those that are eligible can purchase Metro passes, taxi rides, and/or dial-a-ride trips at a substantial discount.
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Family Resources
is geared towards unmarried people,
including those who are single, choose not to marry, cannot marry, or live together.
is targeted to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgener parents,
children and families.
is a nonprofit organization that wants more accurate information about the condition of America's families and a more humane and sensitive discussion
of the larger social, legal, cultural, and psychological issues that are often simplified under the rubric of "family values." They seek to meet this need through the
dissemination of educational materials, media coverage, conferences, and seminars.
is a nonprofit organization dedicated to
strengthening families through traditional value-based programs.
provides parental public and private school ratings, tips
on choosing a school, and more.
is an
organization dedicated to helping people adjust to separation, divorce and remarriage.
humanizes the divorce process by using while still protecting the legal and financial interests of clients, which helps to protect the well-being of the client and their children.
offers online parenting resources with informative
articles on raising a happy, healthy child from conception to graduation. It also has information on getting pregnant, estimating a baby's due date, calculating the cost of
raising a child, and choosing names for a baby.
answers parenting questions by providing resources and guidance
on how to successfully raise, praise, discipline, teach and love a child.
offers single parents and their children a supportive environment of friendship and the exchange of parenting techniques.
is an organization of schools, residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and similar resources for young people
with behavioral difficulties.
is a research and database service company that collects, audits, integrates, processes and manages information about public and private elementary and secondary schools.
focuses on unmarried adults that may
live alone, with roommates or family members.
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Financial Resources
provides information
on
Below is a list of credit reporting agencies.
allows you to request a free credit report once every 12 months from the credit reporting agencies listed above.
is a federal government website that also provides
financial consumer resource information on a variety of topics.
is a U.S. Financial Literacy and Education Commission
website that provides financial education resources for all Americans.
is a public/private partnershipdesigned to help California's working families become more financially secure by connecting them to important programs and resources. The site serves as a one-stop-shop connecting Californians to programs and services they may be eligible for.
provides personal financial planning tips and information and concrete advice on how to manage money.
Created through a collaboration of the Community Action Partnership™ and the National Endowment for Financial Education® (NEFE®), the site can be used
both by individuals who want to create a better life for themselves as well as by Community Action Agency case workers.
includes an Establish a Budget section to help you keep track of how you spend your money and help you reach your financial goals.
is a nationwide campaign in which a broad coalition of nonprofit, corporate,
and government groups helps individuals and families save and build wealth. Through information, advice, and encouragement, we assist those who wish to pay down debt,
build an emergency fund, save for a home, save for an education, or save for retirement.
® is a national public education and outreach program dedicated to raising awareness about the need to plan and save for long-term personal financial security.
As part of its mission, Choose to Save® develops user-friendly, multimedia materials to help individuals plan and save for their financial future.
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website can help with selecting approved credit counseling agencies. It also provides "Facts for Consumers," helpful suggestions regarding mortgages or finding housing and credit counseling. The brochure "Before You File for Personal Bankruptcy: Information About Credit Counseling and Debtor Education," is also useful.
created by the American Bar Association,
provides tools that help with financial success. The website covers four basic types of consumer credit: financing your home, financing your car, financing your education,
and credit cards.
provides information on how to select an approved credit counseling agency.
provides information about refinancing and loan modifications under the Home Affordable Refinance Program.
in California
provides links to housing news; information about home owning, buying, renting and financing; community data; how to work with HUD; a resource library. Information on avoiding foreclosure is also available.
supports the needs of renters and first-time
homebuyers by providing financing and programs that create safe, decent and affordable housing opportunities for individuals within specified income ranges.
It is the State’s affordable housing bank and makes low interest rate loans through the sale of tax-exempt bonds. A completely self-supporting State agency, bonds are
repaid by revenues generated through mortgage loans, not taxpayer dollars.
provides helpful mortgage resource information
and links for those considering buying a home, already own a home, or have a mortgage and may be experiencing difficulty in keeping payments current.
The website explores a variety of options that
help pay for college, including loans, grants, and work-study.
is a national non-profit association
dedicated to making college more accessible and affordable for families. This site provides information about 529 college savings plans and allows you to compare plans
from around the country.
provides personal finance education resource information to
help young people, adult consumers, families and others develop a plan for building personal wealth. It presents an overview of personal wealth-building strategies that
includes setting financial goals, budgeting, saving and investing, managing debt, and understanding credit reports and credit scores.
, sponsored by the Alliance for Investor Education,
provides information about investing, investments and financial markets for current and prospective investors of all ages. The organization pursues initiatives for education
and joins with others to motivate Americans to obtain objective information and increase their knowledge and understanding of investing.
is comprised of materials that provide resources on financial literacy to the general public.
presents overviews regarding U.S.
Treasury bonds, notes, bills, and TIPS. Also, you can obtain basic information about the different types of savings bonds, including EE/E, I and HH/H bonds.
Health Resources
is the only national not-for-profit health organization dedicated solely to the
fight against ALS. ALSA coversl all bases - research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for those with
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and to find a cure for it.
seeks to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research;
to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Their website provides a plethora of
resource information, including housing options, the right care options, and community programs and support services.
The
supports programs that serve the needs of terminally ill and grieving individuals of all ages.
, the nation's oldest voluntary public health organization,
works to prevent lung disease and promote lung health with research for cures, advocacy to improve air quality and education to help sufferers and caregivers manage
their chronic lung diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases such as asthma, emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
is an advocacy and support organization for patients with bone marrow diseases. Their services are free.
can offer temporary relief for caregivers and families
who are caring for those with disabilities, chronic or terminal illnesses, and the elderly. This program is a national network of respite and crisis care programs.
A national respite location service, guides for starting respite programs in communities,and fact sheets on a variety of topics related to respite and crisis care may be found
on this website.
strives to provide high quality
medical information in easy-to-understand language, so that patients can be active, knowledgeable participants in their health care planning and treatment.
In addition to publications, BMT InfoNet offers patients and survivors emotional support.
, formerly known as Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization®, provides immediate emotional relief to anyone affected by
breast cancer. Their mission is to ensure, through information, empowerment and peer support, that no one faces breast cancer alone. The organization raises money to
fund YourShoes, a Breast Cancer Network of Strength peer support program that includes a 24/7 breast cancer support center staffed by trained breast cancer survivors
providing peer support through a toll-free hotline, e-mail, support groups, outreach programs, breast health awareness workshops, wigs and prostheses banks for women
with limited resources, and advocacy on breast cancer related policies.
offers free professional housecleaning, and maid services to improve the lives of women undergoing treatment for cancer - any type of cancer.
covers over 1,600 health topics from trusted sources, has a locator for doctors, health centers, organizations and public libraries, and includes free interactive tools to check your health, get personalized advice, and keep track of your progress.
(NBTS) mission is to bring together the best in brain tumor research and supportive patient services. They offer hope to patients, families, and caregivers during every stage of the treatment journey and invest wisely and strategically in innovative research that will lead to advances and ultimately to a cure.
East Coast Office
124 Watertown Street, Suite 2D
Watertown, MA 02472
Phone: 617 924 9997
Fax: 617 924 9998
West Coast Office
22 Battery Street, Suite 612
San Francisco, CA 94111-5520
Phone: 415 834 9970
Fax: 415 834 9980
Patient Services
800 934 2873
Toll-free
800 770 8287
provides valuable health information and tools for managing health.
Health Information Service Locator
MedlinePlus provides links to directories to help you find health professionals, services and facilities.
database of information about hospitals is built from both public and private sources including Medicare claims data, hospital cost reports, and other files obtained from the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
(U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) provides information on how well the hospitals in your area care for all their adult patients with certain medical conditions. This information will help you compare the quality of care hospitals provide.
(American Medical Association)
Basic professional information on virtually every licensed physician in the United States.
(Medicare) provides detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.
(American Dietetic Association) a national referral service that links consumers, physicians, food manufacturers, distributors and restaurant owners and managers with dietetics professionals.
(Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
Resource for locating drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs
(Administration on Aging)
The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services.
(Earth 911)
View local recycling facilities and other community environmental resources.
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Legal Resources
Effective January 1, 2009, will be available
to USC employees. Employees will be able to discuss legal problems in person or over the phone with an attorney. To use this service, employees must submit enrollment
forms during Open Enrollment and pay a monthly premium. Restrictions may apply. For complete information, visit their or call 800 821-6400.
If you are a member of the USC Credit Union, you are eligible for 1 free 30 minute
consultation with an attorney. Call 800 562-2929.
has a database of California attorneys and list several ways to find an one.
Attorney referrals are available on most of these sites
These sites offer legal assistance, but income and other restrictions may apply.
handles civl liberties
and civil rights cases.
provides the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities with traditional legal services, civil rights advocacy and leadership development.
provides legal advice and representation for low income
seniors in Los Angeles, focusing on prevention of elder abuse.
offers immigration and legal services, after school programs for youths, and promotes community leadership and civic involvement.
is a statewide membership organization of nonprofit organizations that provide legal services to California's indigent and underrepresented communities.
provides civil legal services to low-income people in metropolitan Los Angeles.
provides free, civil legal services to low-income persons and seniors who live in Orange County, California and southeast Los Angeles County.
is a nonprofit Latino litigation, advocacy and educational outreach institution.
provides free legal services to low-income residents. They serve all of Los Angeles County, including the San Fernando and San Gabriel Valleys, the neighboring
communities in the Pomona, Santa Clarita and Antelope Valleys, and the cities of Burbank, Glendale, and Pasadena.
provides advocacy services
for people with disabilities.
is a pro bono public interest law firm and provides
free legal and social services to abused and abandoned children, homeless families, veterans, senior citizens, victims of consumer fraud.
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Mental Health Resources
works to improve the mental health of all Americans
through advocacy, education, research and service.
provides
information on mental health and consumer issues. It is a central resource for information on national and local consumer-driven programs.
provides free pamphlets on mental disorders and choosing a
psychiatrist.
is a resource for brochures, tips and articles on the
psychological issues that affect your physical and emotional well-being, as well as information about referrals.
provides a list of credentialed members.
, is the nation’s largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness
and their families. This website provides information on referrals, support, education, and advocacy.
provides practical advice on
how to deal with the effects financial difficulties can have on your physical and mental health.
provides you with comprehensive information about mental health services and resources and is useful for professionals, consumers and their families, and the public.
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