Eaton Fire Collaboratory Hours!

540 W. Woodbury, Altadena

The Eaton Fire Collaboration's Collaboratory opened its doors on Tuesday, Oct. 7! Open hours start Tuesday, Oct. 14. The hours are:

 

Tuesday: 8am-4pm

Wednesday: 8am-4pm

Thursday: 10am-7pm

 

The Collaboratory is at 540 W. Woodbury in Altadena. For more information about the Eaton Fire Collaborative, visit https://www.eatonfirecollaborative.org/.

LA County's Rebuilding Consultation Appointments at Altadena One-Stop Permit Center

464 W. Woodbury Rd., Suite 210

One-Stop Permit Centers have been established for residents impacted by the Palisades and Eaton fires.

 

Advice/guidance on how to:

 

Walk-ins are welcome and consultation appointments can be scheduled at the Altadena 

One-Stop Permit Centers. Schedule appointment here (scroll down page for Altadena link) https://recovery.lacounty.gov/rebuilding/one-stop-permit-centers/

 

From the Eaton Fire Survivors Network:

See How Edison’s Draft Plan Impacts Your Family

The Fix What You Broke report lays out exactly what Edison’s draft compensation package means for every survivor — whether you’re a renter, a smoke-damaged homeowner, a total-loss homeowner, or a small business owner working to rebuild.

 

Created by 200+survivors, the report offers clear, detailed recommendations for a fair and fully funded recovery program — one that restores the homes, livelihoods, and neighborhoods that the fire destroyed.

 

Eaton Fire survivors are not victims. We’re civic leaders who came together not out of anger, but out of love for our families, our homes, and the community we refuse to lose.

 

Because we spoke with one clear voice, Edison has now confirmed it’s reviewing our report closely — and the story has reached millions through ABC7, NBC, FOX, CBS, CalMatters, LAist, and more.

 

Read the report to see what Edison’s plan means for you – and sign up for updates:

👉 https://efsurvivors.net/edisonrecovery

 

Together, let's help Edison deliver full and fair compensation, so every survivor can come home.

Reach Out World Wide (ROWW) Announces Next Phase of Relief

Reach Out WorldWide has received funding through the American Red Cross 2025 California Wildfire Long-Term Recovery Program.

 

The grant will support ROWW’s long-term wildfire recovery efforts, including broader community outreach and referrals, household needs assessments, and targeted distributions of furniture, appliances, clothing, and more.

 

To learn more about the program, request assistance, volunteer or donate, visit https://roww.org/project/california-wildfire-long-term-recovery-program/

HPP Offer Free 1-on-1 Rebuild Case Management Assistance

When negotiating your construction contract, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Don't talk in squares - meaning, don't navigate complex contracts alone. HPP Cares is here to help.

 

HPP Cares also offers free property feasibility studies to help you understand your rebuild options and make informed decisions about your home. Our Rebuild Case Managers will guide you through: what you can and cannot do with your property, planning your rebuild safely and efficiently, AND evaluating materials, design options, and layouts.

 

Disaster Rebuild Case Management 562-281-8861 or info@hppcares.org

540 W Woodbury Rd, Altadena

• Disaster Rebuild Case Managers on-site
• Procurement & Bulk Material Pricing for Survivors
• Fire-Hardening Showroom, Training, and Resource Center

Pasadena Community Foundation Grants for Non-Profits

We are proud to support local nonprofit organizations in Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre that are providing hands-on care, resources, and relief to residents most affected by the fire. This year, we’re offering flexible, responsive funding to local nonprofit organizations that are delivering critical relief and recovery services to impacted residents in Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre. We are prioritizing programs that not only bring immediate help, but also strengthen the long-term resilience of affected individuals and families. For more information about eligibility and how to apply (deadline is Dec. 15, 2025) https://pasadenacf.org/programs/grantmaking/eaton-fire-relief-recovery-grants/

One-Year Mortgage Relief Now Available for Fire Survivors

Governor Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 238 into law—an urgency measure that takes effect immediately—providing up to one year of mortgage relief for victims of the January 7 firestorms.

 

Under the new law, borrowers can PAUSE mortgage payments for up to 12 months with no late fees or penalties simply by attesting (without documentation) that the fires caused financial hardship.

 

Full article:
🔗 LA Times: Bill Offering One Year of Mortgage Relief to Jan. 7 Fire Victims Signed Into Law

 

Bill text and borrower provisions:
🔗 AB 238 – California Legislative Information

 

• Contact your mortgage servicer (the company listed on your mortgage statement).
• Submit a written request for forbearance under AB 238, stating that you’re experiencing financial hardship due to the wildfire disaster.
• Your servicer must respond within 10 business days. If approved, you’ll receive a payment pause—renewable in 90-day increments—up to 12 months.
• Servicers may not charge late fees, report delinquency, or initiate foreclosure during this period.

For help or questions, the California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation (DFPI) will be posting guidance and a helpline for borrowers. Updates will appear here:
🔗 https://dfpi.ca.gov/

 

Pasadena Community Foundation and YMCA Announce New Eaton Fire Affordable Housing Initiative

Beacon Housing, in collaboration with Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF) and YMCA of the Foothills, announced a new initiative to provide stable, affordable homes for low-income survivors of the Eaton Fire. Through a construction grant from PCF, Beacon Housing will add three new accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at its Garfield Agape Court property in Northwest Pasadena. During initial leasing, these units will be prioritized for low-income households displaced by the Eaton Fire. 

 

Read the full story at https://outlooknewspapers.com/pasadenaoutlook/news/pasadena-community-foundation-and-ymca-announce-new-eaton-fire-affordable-housing-initiative/article_9cb0a416-345a-43ab-9aff-5c8027e11ed4.html

 

Construction is slated to begin in October, with anticipated completion before the year ends. Interested households can submit a waitlist application through Beacon Housing’s website at beaconhousing.org/enquiry-form/.

 

GER3 Offering Gravel Vouchers to Aid in Creation of Defensible Space Around Homes

Global Emergency Relief, Recovery & Reconstruction (GER³)  is offering gravel vouchers to eligible residents of Altadena to aid in the creation of defensible space around their home.

 

Vouchers can be redeemed at “Stone / Yard Landscape Center” for a set amount of gravel to be delivered to the recipient’s home. Defensible space refers to the 5 feet around the perimeter of the home where there is no vegetation or combustible material and is protected by hardscape such as gravel.

 

During a high wind event, debris can easily get caught on objects and if there are combustible materials near the home this can create an area for embers to catch thereby threatening the integrity of the structure. Creating defensible space on your property is one of the most important steps you can take to make your property more wildfire resilient.

 

Our program provides gravel vouchers to you after you have cleared your defensible space of vegetation or combustible material, but if you need assistance, please indicate so on the registration. We’re accepting homeowner registrations until October 31. If you or one of your neighbors may be interested, please fill out this registration form. For more information about GER3’s Wildfire Preparedness Programming, please email Alexis Helgeson at alexis.helgeson@ger3.org.

Altadena Rental Housing Properties 

The County of Los Angeles’ Rental Housing Habitability Program (RHHP) is authorized to inspect rental housing units in the unincorporated areas of the County, such as Altadena, for compliance with health and safety standards and will respond to tenant complaints.

 

The County RHHP program presumes that rental housing properties in unincorporated Altadena have been impacted by the Eaton fire.

 

Upon receipt of a complaint, an RHHP inspector will contact the tenant and arrange a time to inspect the unit/property for fire impacts and require the property owner to have the property evaluated by a certified professional, so that any identified health hazards may be fixed.

 

If the certified professional determines that impacts from the Eaton Fire have created an existing habitability issue, then that habitability issue must be corrected within a reasonable period. RHHP intends to work with rental property owners to achieve appropriate evaluation and remediation.    

 

 

CalAssist Mortgage Fund Increased Income Threshold to $211,050

The CalAssist Mortgage Fund just raised its income limit — from $146,700 to $211,050!

 

This means many more families recovering from the Eaton Fire can now qualify for up to $20,000 in mortgage relief or 3 months of payments.

 

👉 Check your eligibility and apply soon as funds are limited: calassistmortgagefund.org.

Neighborhood Housing Services of LA County - On site at the ALTADENA LIBRARY on TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS in October

for CalAssist Mortgage Fund assistance

NHSLA team members will be on site at the Altadena Main Library (600 E. Mariposa) Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-6pm to assist residents. WALK-INS are welcome.

 

Or Call 888-895-2647 or visit www.nhslacounty.org.

Operation Hope: Standing with Survivors 

Financial Disaster Recovery

Operation Hope can assist with FEMA applications and appeals, SBA loan applications and reconsiderations, foreclosure prevention, and more. 

 

Step 1. Scan the QR code (or click here) or call 888-388-4673 to register with a certified financial disaster specialist.

 

Step 2. If possible, gather all important documentation (mortgage, auto loan, medical insurance, etc.).

 

Step 3. Schedule a coaching call with your coach for support.

Immigration Resources from National Day Laborer Organizing Network (NDLON) & CHIRLA

Know Your Rights (English) | Conozca Sus Derechos Basicos (Español)

 

 

Free Mental Health Services

Appointments are available with Medical Mission Adventures. Call (323) 989-1392 or visit, www.aomsocal.org

Stars K-12 After School Program Available

To apply and find out more, visit https://gostars.org/after-school-programs/

Pasadena Altadena Coalition of Transformative Leaders (PACTL.ORG) Food Pantry

PACTL.ORG offers a food pantry at no cost to families every Monday, from 2:30-5pm. Call 626-765-9150 for more information.
 

Loma Alta Park 

Fall 2025 Schedule of Programs and Events

Visit: RESERVATIONS.LACOUNTY.GOV

 

Programs

OURSPOT Teen Program

(September 2 - December 19)

Monday - Friday - 3:00pm - 9:00pm

 

 

 

EVENTS

Free Play Based Family Therapy

Has your family been through a hard time because of the fires? Is your child feeling sad, worried, or struggling with changes? You are not alone. We are here to help. Play therapy uses play to help familles talk, heal, and feel better. In these sessions, kids and parents play and talk together with a trained therapist. This can help everyone feel more calm, connected, and strong. Young & Healthy is partnering with the Center for Connection to offer 6 FREE sessions of play-based family therapy with a licensed therapist to families with a child aged 2-12 who were affected by the fires.

 

Call us to learn more or sign up!  626-795-5166.

Free Eaton Fire Parent Support Groups Available

After the Eaton fire, many families are still feeling  stressed and unsure about the future. To help, Young & Healthy and The Center for Connection are offering small support groups for parents and caregivers affected by the Eaton fire. 

 

The groups focus on helping parents stay connected with their children, handle stress, and build strength during hard times. Parents will have a safe place to talk, get support, and Learn ways to help their kids -- and themselves -- heal and feel better.

 

Trauma Resource Institute Workshops for Those Impacted by LA Fires

CORE The Hub Grand Opening
Saturday, Oct. 25 • 12-5pm
2333 Lake Ave. Suite 2A

• Connect with neighbors over light bites and entertainment
• Get to know the CORE team and our partners, including Collective O/R,
• Foothill Catalog, HPP Cares, and others
• Learn about the services and workshops offered at the Hub

 PLEASE RSVP HERE BY FRIDAY, OCT. 17

 

Community Food Distribution
Wednesday, Oct. 29 • 11am-12pm
Altadena Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa

Stop by the Altadena Main Library at 600 E. Mariposa to pick up a bag of fresh produce, courtesy of Hollywood Food Coalition. Supplies are limited, first come, first served. If you can, please bring your own extra bags.
 

Trunk or Treat

Thursday, Oct. 30 • jueves 30 de octubre 

4-7pm • Centennial Square, 100 Garfield Ave, Pasadena

Join us for a family-friendly night of laughter, connection, and spooky fun! In honor of National Prevention Month, let’s celebrate building community and making connections.

• CONCURSO DE DISFRACES
• RECURSOS COMUNITARIOS
• GRATIS
• MUCHOS DULCES!

Altadena Library Book a Treat: Free book for children ages 0-12 (while supplies last)

Friday, Oct. 31 • 10am-6pm

All Three Library Locations

Family Friendly Halloween Organ Concert and Trunk or Treat

Friday, Oct. 31
Trunk or Treat • 5-8pm

Pipe Organ Concerts • 6pm AND 7pm
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1757 N. Lake

Free Medical, Dental, and Vision Care for Adults & Children

Saturday, Nov. 1 • 9am-4pm
Pacific Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave, Glendale

Dental and optical screenings, APPOINTMENTS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED! Limited walkins welcome.

 

Dental: 951-595-7032/ Optical 626-838-3335 

 

For more information, contact AAMS at infor@aamsc.org or visit https://aamsc.org/nevents/14th-annual-glendale-health-festival/

 

 

·       Flu Shots

·       COVID Vaccine

·       Glucose & Cholesterol Screening

·       Blood Pressure

·       Cancer Screenings

·       Women’s Health

·       Medication Management

·       Mental Health Education

·       Thyroid Screening

·       Addiction Awareness

·       Nutrition Education

·       Bone Density Screening

·       Hearing Test

·       Medical Consultations

·       Onsite Drug Disposal

·       Weight Management Education

·       Prostate Cancer Screening

·       Carotid Ultrasound

·       And much more!

 

Neighborhood Housing Services of Los Angeles County: Rebuilding & Recovery Workshops

Saturday, Nov. 1 • 10am-1:30pm
Center of Hope, 9550 Crenshaw Blvd, Inglewood

Click here to register for the this event.

Día de los Muertos

Saturday, Nov. 1 • 10:30am-2pm
Altadena Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa Ave.

Altadena Library Día de los Muertos Ofrenda
Drop off: Oct. 11-24
On display: Oct. 25-Nov. 1
Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa

We invite you to bring photos or mementos of your loved ones or your homes to our Main Library to be added to the altar that will be located at the Main Library.
 
Dates to remember:
Oct. 11 - 24 - Photo & memento drop-off 
Oct. 25 to Nov. 1 - Altar on display
(Ofrenda will be taken down at the end of the day on Nov. 1)
Nov. 3 to Nov. 8 - Item pick-up

Melodia Mariposa: Death and the Maiden - by Schubert (Zelter String Quartet)

Saturday, Nov. 1 • 7pm
Pasadena Mausoleum

RSVP by scanning the QR code or click here.

ReGreen Altadena Community TreeFest

Saturday, Nov. 8 • 10am-2pm

Odyssey Charter School, 725 W. Altadena Dr.

Join us on Saturday, November 8th to begin replanting Altadena's tree canopy and get
expert advice on tree care and planting.

• Pick up free sapling trees, plants, and seeds for your property (registration required)
• Learn how to plant and water new trees
• Get expert advice on tree health & care
• Learn about defensible space landscaping
• Join in a community healing ceremony

Side Street Projects Fall Woodworking Events

Saturday, Nov. 8 • 11am-1pm

La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave, Pasadena

Open to ages 5 - 15, students will learn the basics of woodworking using only hand tools. They will learn woodworking techniques such as sanding, sawing, shaping, drilling, setting screws, using clamps, hammering, and incising.

First Presbyterian Church Fall Festival

Saturday, Nov. 8 • 12-4pm
2775 Lincoln Ave., Altadena

FREE Second Saturday Concerts 

Pickleback Shine (Country), Saturday, Nov. 8 • 6:30pm

Rhythms of the Village Family Band, Saturday, Dec. 13 • 6:30pm
Altadena Main Library, 600 E Mariposa

Join us for free live music, community and fun! Food and drink available for purchase. Concerts are indoors, so please register and arrive early to get a spot!  

Altadena Resource Fair: Rebuilding Together

Sunday, Nov. 9 • 10am-5pm
Loma Alta Park Gym

Vetted no-pressure contractors, free food & drinks, family friendly activities, nonprofit booths.

Mt Lowe Chamber Players

Chuck Manning & Friends

Sunday, Nov. 16 • 3pm
Altadena Main Library, 600 E Mariposa

Wildfire Tenant Support Clinics

Wednesday, Nov. 19 • 10:30am-12:30pm

Neighborhood Unitarian Universalist Church

301 N. Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena

We offer FREE services for wildfire-impacted renters! Email jsmalley@innercitylaw.org or call 213-891-2880 to schedule an appointment.

SAVE THE DATE: Altadena Small Business Market at Mariposa Junction

Saturday, Nov. 29 • 12-4pm
Mariposa Between Lake and El Molino

SAVE THE DATE: First Anniversary Commemoration of the Eaton Fire

Wednesday, Jan. 7 • 5pm
Grocery Outlet Parking Lot