The Palisades and Eaton fires have caused widespread displacement and hardship for many Los Angeles residents. Below is a comprehensive guide to the available resources to help those affected recover and rebuild.

For more information or to apply for assistance, contact local relief organizations or disaster support hotlines.

Emergency Housing Assistance for People and Pets

Temporary Housing for Residents

Airbnb, in partnership with 211 LA, is offering free temporary housing for displaced residents. To apply, fill out the online form to be notified about availability. Please note that space is limited, and submitting the form does not guarantee placement.

Eligibility Requirements:

• You must be displaced from your home due to the fires.
• Residing in an evacuation zone is mandatory.
• An active Airbnb account or the ability to create one is required.
• Applicants must be 18 years or older.

The Red Cross of Los Angeles is providing shelter assistance. Additionally, the local hotel association has a list of hotels around Los Angeles, including discounts and free rooms for fire victims.

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles offers temporary showers, shelters, mental health support, and basic amenities. Also, they have teamed up with LA Unified School District to give free childcare services for affected families and essential workers. Register here.

Open Evacuation Shelters

As of January 9, 2025, the following shelters are available:

• Arcadia Community Center – 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007
• Ritchie Valens Recreation Center – 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
• Pan Pacific Recreation Center – 7600 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
• Westwood Recreation Center – 1350 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
• El Camino Real Charter High School – 5440 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91367
• Pasadena Civic Center – 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
• Pomona Fairplex – 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768

Animal Shelters

For small animals:

• Agoura Animal Care Center
• Baldwin Park Animal Care Center
• Carson Animal Care Center
• Downey Animal Care Center
• Lancaster Animal Care Center
• Palmdale Animal Care Center

For large animals:

• Pomona Fairplex
• Industry Hills Expo
• Antelope Valley Fair

Businesses Offering Assistance

• Planet Fitness: Free showers, Wi-Fi, and charging stations (no membership needed).
• Uber & Lyft: Free rides for evacuees (use codes “WILDFIRE25” and “CAFIRERELIEF25”).
• AT&T: Free unlimited talk, text, and data through February 6.
• Calico Fish House: Offering free meals and parking for evacuees (16600 Pacific Coast Highway).
• Pie Free Pizza: Providing free pizzas to those in need. Call 626-541-0051 to arrange.

Apps to Stay Informed

• Watch Duty: Real-time wildfire updates with a map-based interface.
• Genasys Protect: Receive critical evacuation orders, safety updates, and emergency instructions from local officials.

Health and Mental Health Resources

• Emergency Medical Care: Visit urgent care centers, hospital emergency departments, or call 911 for immediate help.
• Mental Health Support: Call the 24/7 helpline at 1 (800) 854-7771 for counseling and other mental health services.