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Local offices in Westlake Village
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Older adults · City office
Westlake Village Senior Recreation
31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Help here
- Senior recreation programsResidents age 55 and older can sign up for classes and activities at the Civic Center Community Room and library.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wlv.org
Local office · City office
Westlake Village City Hall
31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Help here
- City services and resident requestsContact City Hall for city services or to report a problem for city staff to review.Apply online
- Water service informationThe city can direct residents to the water district that operates the city's water system.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wlv.org
Library · County office
Westlake Village Library
31220 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials, use public computers, get homework help, or join library programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wlv.org
City of Westlake Village website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Westlake Village first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
SOVA Valley
Jewish Family Service LA
19 miles from the center of Westlake Village16439 Vanowen Street, Van Nuys, CA 91406
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 2:30 PM
- Tue10 AM to 2:30 PM
- Wed10 AM to 2:30 PM
- Sun9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People who meet SOVA's income guidelines and need groceries
What to bring: Self-certify that you meet the income guidelines. Bring a photo ID for full pantry services.
Listed on jfsla.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Community Resource Center in West L.A.
Community Resource Center
23 miles from the center of Westlake Village11173 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Fridays | 2pm - while supplies last
Who can come: Community members
Listed on communityresourcecenterla.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Nourish LA at St. Mark’s Church
Nourish LA / Nuestros Alimentos
23 miles from the center of Westlake Village940 Coeur D Alene Ave., Venice, CA 90291
Hours
- Sat11 AM to 1 PM. Drive-through or walk-up
Who can come: Anyone; no requirements or sign-up
Listed on nourish.la, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Nourish LA UCLA University Village
Nourish LA / Nuestros Alimentos
24 miles from the center of Westlake Village3200 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066
Hours
- Sun1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Walk-up only; no parking on premises
Who can come: Anyone; no requirements or sign-up
Listed on nourish.la, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Bridge to Home
Bridge To Home
25 miles from the center of Westlake Village23031 Drayton Street, Newhall, CA 91350
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 8 PM
- Tue11 AM to 8 PM
- Wed11 AM to 8 PM
- Thu11 AM to 8 PM
- Fri11 AM to 8 PM
- Sat11 AM to 8 PM
- Sun11 AM to 8 PM
Who can come: People ages 18 and up
Listed on library.santaclarita.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Santa Clarita Valley Community Center
Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities
25 miles from the center of Westlake Village26111 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Suite H001, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
Hours
- Mon2 PM to 4 PM. By appointment
- Tue9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. By appointment; 2 PM to 4 PM. By appointment
Who can come: People in need in the Santa Clarita Valley
What to bring: Food distribution by appointment only
Listed on library.santaclarita.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Westlake Village
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
2300 Pellissier Place, City of Industry, CA 90601
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Community Legal Aid SoCal
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
City of Los Angeles, Community Investment for Families Department
1200 W. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
County of Los Angeles Department of Public Social Services
12860 Crossroads Parkway South, City of Industry, CA 91746-3411
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Foothill Unity Center, Inc.
790 W. Chestnut Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Long Beach Community Action Partnership
117 West Victoria Street, Long Beach, CA 90805
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Los Angeles County
Westlake Village is in Los Angeles County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Child support · County office
Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing and enforcing child support orders.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cssd.lacounty.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
211 LA
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding housing, food, health care, and other services in Los Angeles County.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211la.org
Housing help · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Homeless Services and Housing
655 Maple Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Help here
- Homelessness and housing supportGet connected to outreach, housing, and prevention resources if you are homeless or at risk of losing housing.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on homeless.lacounty.gov
Housing help · County office
Los Angeles County Development Authority
700 W. Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801
Help here
- Housing assistanceGet information about county housing programs, including public housing and housing choice vouchers.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lacda.org
Public health · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
Help here
- Public health clinicsPublic Health clinics offer services such as immunizations and testing for some infections.Read more
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on publichealth.lacounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
550 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Help here
- Mental health help and crisis supportCall for mental health services, crisis support, and help finding care in Los Angeles County.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmh.lacounty.gov
California programs by kind of help
These are run by California and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 LA
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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