Outside Resources
Given the current events, I have had an increase in requests for resources. Here are some that I am aware of and I hope can support you, family, friends, and community.
If you have amazing resources you think I should add to this page, please email them to me at Briana@bmessytherapy.com
Immigration Related Resources
Rapid Response Networks
- Los Angeles Rapid Response Network: 888-624-4752
- Long Beach Orale: 562-276-0267
- Riverside & San Bernardino Hotline: 909-361-4588
- Orange County Rapid Response Network: 714-881-1558
- Boyle Heights / East Los Angeles: 323-805-1049
Immigrants Are Los Angeles
Immigrants Are LA (IRLA) is a coalition of grassroots immigrant organizations in LA county. Their primary goal is to advocate for the inclusion of immigrants in the county's budget and ensure they receive their fair share of resources and services. IRLA has their own resource list! Some of their resources are listed here:
- Know Your Rights Red Cards (18 Languages)- Printable cards with legal guidance in multiple languages.
- We Have Rights - A video series explaining immigrant rights during interactions with ICE and law enforcement.
- New Registration Requirement- A clear, multilingual FAQ on the new federal registration policy, what it means, and who it affects. English Spanish
- FAQ: Trump-Era Immigration Registration Requirement -- Explains what A-Numbers are, how they're used, and what you need to know about immigration enforcement and privacy.
- The Illegal IRS Data-Sharing Agreement (united Way of California) -- Learn about the risk to those who file taxes with ITINs and what you need to protect your data.
- Family Safety Planning Toolkit
- Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)
- Bet Tzedek Family Preparedness Toolkit - A step-by-step guide to help immigrant families create emergency plans and protect their loved ones in times of crisis.
- Corazon Norte - Trauma-Informed Guides - Free Resources designed to help families discuss immigration preparedness with compassion. English Spanish
- Talking to your kids guide- Suggested language to help parents navigate these discussions. English Spanish
- Corazon Cards- Tools to help manage anxiety related to ICE encounters.
How to Find a Loved one in ICE Custody
California Immigrant Policy Center
Resources website with things like Rapid Response Networks, and Immigrant Legal Resources Center.
They have also identified independent journalists they trust covering the protests found HERE
Immigrant Legal Resource Center
Printable Red Know Your Rights Card, example scenarios, and ideas about how to protect from ICE. Immigrant Legal Resource Center
Mexican Consulate has set up 2 phone numbers:
If people are looking for a detained family member who is a Mexican National and need the Consulate's help (they are going into the actual detention facilities and assisting people currently detained): 213-219-0175
This other number is for the family member who is a Mexican National that is in detention and needs to get in touch with the Consulate to get help: 520-623-7874 (it is the Centro de Atención a Personas Mexicanas [Attention Center for Mexican Persons]).
Carecen
An Immigrant community - based organization in LA that offers Pro Bono legal representation through their deportation defense unit. LINK
RepresentLA
RepresentLA is a free immigration legal service for LA County residents
Immigration Defenders (ImmDef) Law Center
Women's Refugee Commission
Spanish guide on what to do if you are deported and have minor children
LGBTQIA+ Resources
PFLAG
The nations largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.
The Trever Project
The leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people providing support and information 24/7.
866-488-7386
The Trans Lifeline
Refuge Restrooms
Refuge Restrooms is a web application that seeks to provide safe restroom access for transgender, intersex, and gender nonconforming individuals. Users can search for restrooms by proximity to a search location, add new restroom listings, as well as comment and rate existing listings. Trans led and seek to create a community focused not only on finding existing safe restroom access, but also advocating for transgender, intersex, and gender nonconforming people’s safety.
Folx Health
Trans affirming medical and wellness platform and care
Plume
Virtual care clinic for gender affirming hormone therapy & care
TransCanWork
Helping the trans community create their resume, find work, and advocate to create a culture where gender diverse people can thrive in the workplace.
Stand With Trans.org
Many resources for the trans community, but what I really love about this website is that it has an ally parents section where a trans person can call and speak to a parent of a trans child for support, or a cis-parent looking for help/support to support their trans child.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Camps: Brave Trails
A national non-profit organization dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth leadership. They offer accredited summer camps, backpacking trips, family camps, mental health services, meet-up groups, and year-round leadership programming. All programs focus on helping LGBTQ+ youth find what they need most to thrive: their people, their place, and their passion.
Other Resources
Crisis Text Line
Text, chat, or use WhatsApp on this 24/7 support hotline LINK
Orange County Warmline
This is a non-emergency NAMI hotline (warm) where you can speak to someone available 24/7
877-910-9276
California Suicide Hotlines
Provides immediate crisis counseling, emotional support and information for free. LINK
Call Blackline
Provides a space for peer support, counseling, reporting of mistreatment, witnessing and affirming that lived experiences for folxs who are most impacted my systemic oppression with an LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens. Prioritizes BIPOC
1 (800) 6045841
The Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (CAT) OC
A multip-disciplinary program which provides prompt response in the county of OC when an individual is experiencing a behavioral crisis. 24/7
855-625-4657
Psychiatric Mobile Response Teams
Provides a non-law enforcement-based mobile crisis response for clients experiencing a psychiatric emergency in the Los Angeles community.
800-8547771
Casa Youth Shelter
Serves and nurtures youth in crisis with shelter, counseling, and support services, empowering them to come through their crisis with increased confidence, stability and tools for continued growth. Orange County and Long beach
24-Hour Helpline: 800-914-2275
Not One More Vet (NOMV)
Non-profit organization dedicated to the well-being of veterinary professionals and students worldwide. They provide vital education, support, and essential resources, creating a sanctuary where those who care for animals can find the care they need themselves.
Sexual Assault in the Workplace
211 LA
This is a phone line designed to connect you with mental health services, case management, housing, food, and healthcare expenses.
Literally dial the number 211 on your phone.