California Community Resource Guide
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Report Disaster-related scams, and Price Gouging
Lists protections against scams and price gouging for Los Angeles County through 1/7/2026 and how to report to the Department of Justice.
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Residential Care for Adults
CA Department of Social Services (CDSS) website provides guides (English, Spanish) for residential care facilities for seniors and adults. Link to search for facilities licensed by CDSS for adult residential care, elderly assisted living, and home care organizations, etc.
Phone: (916) 657-2592
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Resources and Steps for Business Recovery
Comprehensive resources for business owners affected by disaster available at Recovery Centers across California.
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Resources for California Women in the Workforce
Links to resources available through the Department of Industrial Relations, such as workplace health and safety, fair wages, workers’ compensation coverage, and laws and regulations of interest to working women.
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Rising Scholars Network
Funded by the California Legislature, the Rising Scholars Network is a joint initiative of California Community Colleges committed to serving incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals by providing degree-granting programs in correctional facilities and on-campus support for students who have experienced the criminal justice system.
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Safe at Home
Safe at Home offers a substitute confidential address to receive mail, confidential voter registration, confidential name change and DMV records suppression for victims who fear for their safety.
Phone: (877) 322-5227
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Sales and Use Tax Exclusion Program (STE)
Offers a sales and use tax (STE) exclusion to manufacturers that promote alternative energy and advanced transportation. Application fees waived and applicants may receive 50 points in the STE application competitive criteria if the project is to relocate or rebuild a facility due to wildfires.
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Save Our Water Yard Transformation Rebates
California residents are eligible for rebates up to $3 per square foot for yard transformation and direct install programs like low-flow toilets, washers, aerators, leak repair, rain barrels, etc., through their local water agency to conserve water. Additionally, the website includes resources and tips for saving water.
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ScholarShare 529
ScholarShare 529 provides tax benefits for California families saving for college. Any earnings are tax-deferred, and withdrawals are tax-free when used for qualified higher education expenses.
Phone: (800) 544-5248
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Senior Drivers
Provides information for senior drivers on California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) services, safety guidelines, and other resources in the California Driver’s Handbook.
