I was very lucky to get into this program when I lost my job. I applied for cash aid while I needed…read moreit and qualified for child care. I have been emplyed since and off cash aid, but still have this benefit. every year they do a recertification process and as long as you provide all the information they are requesting on time, you will be ok. If you make "too much" they may terminate your benefits or pay a certain amount. also, when I call to try to speak to my case speacialist, they never answer, you have to call repeatedly, leave messages and emails. this is sthe only thing I dont like about this place. they expect you to be on time and have all the information they request but wont take the time to answer your call and help you if you have any questions unless you call and speak to their manager. Just saying. But all in all, I am grateful for their services because I know child care is so expensive now!! no wonder some woman are staying home now to take care of the kids.

I am beyond disappointed and appalled by my experience with the Child Care Resource Center. Despite…read moretheir claims of supporting working families, they have left me completely unsupported and financially devastated. I have been forced to pay out of pocket for daycare just so I can work and provide for my children--an expense that rivals rent--while CCRC has failed to offer even the most basic courtesy of communication. For months, I attempted to follow up regarding my application and so-called "spot" on their waitlist. My calls and messages were routinely ignored. Not once did I receive a meaningful update, let alone any indication that they were interested in helping. Meanwhile, I've seen other families get prioritized and placed quickly, suggesting a troubling pattern of bias and discrimination. CCRC's selective support is not only unethical, it's harmful. They tout themselves as advocates for all low-income families, but in practice, they pick and choose who gets help. Families like mine--who do not fit their apparent preferences--are left struggling and ignored. This is not equity. This is not service. This is systemic negligence masquerading as community care. If you are a working parent who doesn't speak a certain language, or fall into their preferred demographic, be prepared to fight tooth and nail for even a response. I expected support. I received silence. And worse, I was forced to drain my finances just to survive. Shame on CCRC for failing the very families they claim to serve. This organization needs oversight, accountability, and a complete overhaul in how they determine eligibility and provide service--because right now, their practices are discriminatory and deeply unjust.

We have been with NLACRC for 7 years. My son is 10 and severely autistic and nonverbal. He was…read morediagnosed by Lanterman at age 3 as well as an outside developmental psych. We moved from Lanterman into NLACRC and that process was awful with how long it took- at an age where my son's needs were so critical and ABA was so important. With that said- it wasn't the fault of the RC that we moved. It would be great if they improved the transfer time. I am mainly writing to say that I have a caseworker that is helpful. She responds to me right away by email. She sends me random resources for autism that she comes across out of the blue. She empathizes and listens and she offers up what she is authorized to. I recently got kicked of MediCal and I needed a paper from RC and she worked with me to get it in one day. So, for everyone that isn't having good results, maybe you should ask for our social worker- Devorah Stark- because she genuinely cares about helping me and my son. I feel lucky to have gotten her after reading folks stories about other workers. Sometimes I forget that Yelp can be used to highlight the GOOD and not just the challenging people we encounter. I hope someone reads this and learns that not all RC workers are difficult to work with! Ours is a huge help to us!

As the mother of a 4-year-old autistic child, relying on the North Los Angeles Regional Center…read more(NLARC) for vital support has become a source of profound emotional distress. While our previous experience was positive, everything changed when Diana Ramirez was assigned as my son's service coordinator. Accountability and consistent care are supposed to be foundational at NLARC, but Ms. Ramirez appears to selectively choose who receives help. She previously denied my son critical assistance--only for a higher-level staff member to step in the very same day and provide the exact support Ms. Ramirez claimed "wasn't done there." Recently, when I needed a crucial document signed and handled, the pattern repeated: prolonged ghosting, unreturned calls for months, and ignored emails. Front-desk staff, the diagnosing doctor, and officers of the day have repeatedly had to step in to help because Ms. Ramirez fails to perform her basic duties. While her supervisor, Jennifer Thurm, was kind and took accountability for the mess, organizational failures cannot be swept under the rug. Vulnerable children and families depend on these services, and the systemic lack of responsiveness and fairness by assigned coordinators demands immediate administrative review and public transparency.

EarthSave North, serves a free vegan buffet supper on the last Friday of each month at the Tamarac…read moreCommunity Center in Tamarac, Florida. For months my friends had been asking Clyde and me to go there with them. I kept putting it off. Some times I didn't go because I had something else to do. Usually I didn't go because the thought of a vegan dinner at a community center didn't sound very appealing. I pictured a bunch of vegetables and maybe some hummus and pita bread. I was wrong. This month we decided to go, and I'm so glad we did. The dinner was supposed to start at 6:00 pm. There was Early Bird appetizers for folks who came early. We got there at about 5 pm. It was easy to find the community center and there was plenty of free parking in back. The dinner was in a big room that looked like an auditorium. There was plenty of tables and chairs. There was a stage in the front of the room where a member of the group was playing his guitar and singing. He was really good. At about 5:30 we were all invited to get appetizers which were set up on a long table. There was celery, carrots, chips, crackers, and a really good chunky salsa. It was pretty basic until they brought out a big bowl of vegan egg salad. I didn't think I'd like it, but it was delicious. If I didn't know better I would have thought it was made with real eggs. There was also a table set up with organic lemonade, juices, water, and several flavors of Silk milk. As it got closer to 6 o'clock the room started to fill up. At a few minutes past six we were invited up to a table where a catered vegan feast was set up. There was tofurky chicken in a delicious barbecue sauce, basmati rice, broccoli, two kinds of salads, and homemade sunflower seed salad dressing. The meal was catered by Chef Brook Katz. Everything was so delicious. For dessert they served vegan orange chocolate chip cake. I loved it, but Clyde wasn't crazy about the cake. I had no problem finishing his piece. After the meal the owners of Choices Organic Cafe, three vegan restaurants in Miami, spoke to the group. They talked about their reasons for opening the restaurants and their plans to expand throughout Florida. They're hoping to open restaurants in Fort Lauderdale and Boynton Beach next. The evening ended with a raffle for ten prizes. Everyone was given a free raffle ticket and you could buy more for $1.00 a ticket. We bought extra tickets. I won a canvas bag from Choices. EarthSave puts on a catered vegan dinner and program on the last Friday of each month. The dinner is free, but they would like you to RSVP to brookkatz@hotmail.com or call 954 971-4432 I think EarthSave North is part of EarthSave Miami, for people who live north of Miami. Their motto is, "Healthy People Healthy Planet". You don't have to be a vegetarian or vegan to attend their events. I had a great time and I'm looking forward to going back next month.

I dropped off a donation on a very hot day. The young man who accepted my items was polite and…read morehelpful.

If you have a lot to donate this is a great location, it's a drive up so you don't even have to get…read moreout of your car. They will almost always take it, I found that GoodWill only has room to take in the morning. The only con about this location is they will close early and there is a small area they will let you just leave it. So call ahead and speak with someone before you head over.

Although this is a great resource, you have to watch the pricing on different things. I use Google…read morelens to make sure I'm getting a good deal.

In truth, I admire the mission of Habitat for Humanity ReStore, and I like the idea that with every…read morepurchase, you help the noble cause. The employees I had contacted were pleasant, and there was a decent amount of furniture, doors, and hardware in the store. Nevertheless, the prices did not seem to satisfy me much. A lot of secondhand products cost the same as new items at other stores on sales. It was a good experience to go shopping there despite my dissatisfaction with the prices, and the store itself was neat and organized. But I did not purchase anything since the prices seemed unaffordable to me. It may be worth visiting if you have something to look for there or you are fond of shopping.

We had an amazing experience with Dogs without Borders. We applied to foster Denver, and we have…read morefallen in love with him! The staff is so communicative, the instructions are clear, and they even provide all the materials for the initial foster period. Moreover, the mission of this organization is so amazing and we are honored to partake in their vision.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel morally obligated to share this experience because it…read moreinvolves both animal welfare and the way people trying to help are treated. My boyfriend and I found one of this rescue's dogs after she had been intentionally left alone at Rustic Canyon Park at night. The owner later admitted to me that she had hoped someone would simply pick the dog up. She also later texted us asking if we would keep the dog because she no longer wanted her anymore. I have text messages documenting these conversations. Rather than turning our backs on the situation, we opened our home to this dog, paid for her care, spent days with her, and worked to find her a safe future. We had absolutely nothing to gain--we simply didn't want an abandoned dog to end up in danger. The dog also had a reported bite history, making the situation even more serious. I expected the rescue to recognize the gravity of what had happened and work collaboratively to ensure the dog's safety and the safety of the public. Instead, I was met with defensiveness and hostility. During my conversation with the rescue, I was told the owner was "a good person" despite the fact that she had intentionally abandoned the dog, later admitted she no longer wanted her, and asked us to keep her permanently. My concerns were dismissed, and I was spoken to disrespectfully despite the fact that I had stepped in solely to help. I fully understand that the rescue may have had the legal right to take the dog back. That is not my issue. My issue is the complete lack of professionalism, accountability, and appreciation shown toward someone who volunteered their own time, money, and home to protect one of their dogs after it had been abandoned. When they picked the dog up, they refused to provide even a general reassurance about her future or care. While I understand not disclosing confidential information such as a foster or trainer's identity, the complete lack of transparency only added to my concern. I hope Athena is ultimately safe and receives the training and responsible placement she deserves. I also hope this rescue reflects on how it communicates with members of the public who step in to protect animals in crisis. Kindness, accountability, and professionalism should never be too much to ask.

Amazing service! Insi is fast, has reasonable prices, and she is so kind and great to work with…read more Thank you, Insi!

This was my first time going to Insi. I have a uniform with ladies trousers that are notoriously…read moredifficult to have fitted. When I went, Insi was very friendly and easy to talk to. She knew exactly what needed to be done. I knew that a few days at least would be needed to take in the waist and hem the length. Unfortunately for me, something came up and I needed them earlier than expected. I called Insi and explained the scheduling conflict. I have a backup pair of trousers I could wear for the upcoming event, although the fit is really off, but if at all possible to pick them up a few hours earlier. I told her I would rather have quality work and pick them up the following week, instead of rushing. She said she would try, and depending on the difficulty of the cut, she might be able to have them early. I was thrilled that she texted even earlier than she expected and said the trousers were ready. I went and tried them on and they were done exactly as needed. I am so grateful to finally have a great fitting pair of trousers for my uniform, and I felt good about wearing them to the event that weekend. Thank you Insi!

I'm in the middle of MASSIVE downsizing/decluttering for the new year, and this place takes gently…read moreused bedding. I had a bunch (11) of gently used pillows and sheets (cleaned and stored). I also had pantry items that I no longer wanted (well before the expiration date). I'm hoping that what I no longer need/want can be for someone else to use and enjoy.

I don't understand you people. You call my mobile and ask me…read moreto for donations. I take time to organize them and leave them in front of my door, as you request, however nobody ever picks it up. Please don't waste your time calling me unless you want to actually pick up my donation.

Last week I ran into a booth which was representing the Cactus and Succulent club. I stopped and…read moresaid "there's a club?!" Yes there's a club and they meet every 1st Thursday of the month at the OneGeneration Senior Enrichment location! My curiosity was peaked and the fact I could get a free plant on my first visit sealed the deal! Parking is plentiful in the front. Outside I thought the building looks small but it's a trick of the eye because after entering through the double doors the room is HUGE and has a stage with a big screen to project the power points. It's so spacious! I was so awed by the plants that were set up that I forgot to check the walls in case they posted what other events OneGeneration hosts but I'm sure I can find it online! As for the club it's so fun! I didn't know what to expect but I already learned some new things and there were so many species I never heard of before. Apparently once a year members also compete and bring their plants and there are thousands of cactus and succulent submissions that get judged over the 3 day event. After walking around and seeing so many new species and hearing other people's stories I'm now excited to be a part of the club! Tonight they also hosted Botany Bingo! I think they do this every few months and when you win you can choose a plant as your gift! I couldn't believe it I won the first bingo round and got a gorgeous cactus!!! For each round up to 10 people can win, and then there's 3 rounds giving plenty of people chances to win! So fun! I cant wait to research what other events are hosted at the One Generation because I had so much fun!

Very helpful and professional tax and advise service. Location and center ambiance very…read moreorganized, clean and comfortable. Definetly recommended for interested seniors.