I called the main Social Security phone number and was told that the earliest appointment for us…read morewas late January 2026, but that we could drop off paperwork to the physical office. We stopped in last week and the office wasn't as busy as we remembered during prior visits. The guard told us that we could drop off our packet in the box and they'd get to it sometime in the future. It's disappointing that we can't walk in and wait to meet with a live person anymore. Street parking was readily available in front of the office.

Friendly helpful staff. Keep up the positive vibe. Making a sometimes frustrating process run much…read moresmoother.

Helping a friend navigate the complicated medical system...after several phone calls he was told he…read morehad to make a trip here to "release" his request for healthcare. I'm fortunate to get healthcare through my employer so by no means am I an expert on seeking healthcare in the open market, but let me tell you something - the process for folks who don't have employer healthcare options is not only broken, it's down right pathetic. I attempted to jump online and figure out the process and it was tough for me to navigate...I can't imagine what seniors go through when they attempt this. Could be why so many don't have a healthcare plan...it's a complicated mess! And I could easily see how he made his mistake online, both the Covered California and Medi-Cal sites are filled with links that lead you in circles. So after 3 hours of waiting in an over-crowded room (oddly the room looked much like the websites with signs, placards, multi-language videos and maze like booths and sections) he had the info he needed and his record was "released" and he can now proceed with private insurance. Yippee! Sadly this place isn't going to win any prizes for aesthetic and service is iffy - though I was able to get us to the right place by asking key questions, it was as if we were bothering folks. One gentleman standing next to the security check was very helpful and friendly too and a very nice lady got us to the right line. Speaking of security check, I was scolded for being a too quick when walking through the metal detector and scolded for not paying closer attention to the purse check. I'm not fazed by a scolding or two. Our tax dollars at work and the nicest thing I can say is this: do what you can to avoid having to visit this office in person. Social services are important to many, in my opinion this quagmire we call government programs are not exactly streamlined or efficient.

If I could give zero stars I would. First, please fire J. Bray. She comes at me unprofessionally…read moreand rudely on the phone as I give her sensitive info for my EBT application, making it seem like I'm the problem when she doesn't know how to do her job. Keep in mind she was also 30 minutes late to my phone interview, coming at me with an attitude that my new application is misinforming when I'm giving her all the information and circumstances. Her brain isn't connecting the dots. She stops the interview and tells me to come in person and schedules me for a 10PM INTERVIEW. She makes it my problem to deal with and never addressing her incompetency. You've got to be fucking lying. Who's hiring these people? Later she's trying to make it my problem again by scheduling me for another in person interview and the mail just got to me a day after her new scheduled date. These mofos don't understand food is an essential need.

Once upon a time, this Faerie Queen was in Gardena on a beautiful Saturday morning. Love this city…read morefor the vast amount of wonderful restaurants, herbal doctors, and markets. The end.

The city of Gardena is one of the major cities in the South Bay or I guess Los Angeles or even…read moremaybe Harbor Gateway it lays along the borders of all. In my opinion there are good, ok and bad parts of Gardena. Back in the day parts of Gardena that were well known for all the Asian foods and places. When growing up I would go to all these places like the Gardena Buddhist Church, Meiji Market in Pacific Square now known as Tokyo Central along all these other stores and places that used to be in the square. Along Redondo Beach Bl there were some good places as well. Lots has changed all over Gardena but still a great city. Oh also the Gardena PD and Fire are on top of things as well even my classmate and friend was the Chief of Police. Overall I still will recommend visiting Pacific Square and all the places around the surrounding area such as Tozai Plaza off Western Ave and Redondo Beach Bl. There much more others but then this review will be a novel lol.

Helping my neighbor- needed to get him a new cal fresh application and replacement card. Got here…read moreat 11:30am- it is now 3:39pm I needed to do two other errands- and I mean NEEDED but I may not even be able to get my meds before the pharmacy closes at 5pm There is NO EXCUSE He did his interview 45 minutes ago, still waiting for the card Why does it take SIX HOURS to do this?

Just know that calling isn't the "more convenient" option. EVERYTIME I call it's an over 2 hour…read moreevent. Going in isn't any easier 30 minute drive plus over an hour wait or more. I called at 8:03 they open at 8 and there automated system literally doesn't work couldn't hear anything I was saying and wouldn't let me do keypad option. I was trying to get on hold for 30 minutes arguing with an automated system ‍. I'll be on hold for over an hour.

I love the VA Gardena clinic. The staff is so friendly, hard working, and responsible. Dr. B runs…read morean amazing practice where everyone does their job with pride and is productive. If you ever need to call them, they will pick up and immediately tell you "please hold". But they do come back to you and help you. I think it's better than being in an endless automated loop where you don't know if anyone will be picking up or not. If you qualify for VA outpatient, I highly recommend this office if you're in the area.

it used to be very good, but now it's very bad. No wonder the user comments are so old! What use is…read morea user experience dated 1918! Now I cannot even get a phone connection to this clinic or to the Long Beach hospital!

I took my Class B CDL test here in Gardena, CA and it was a good experience. The check in process…read moreinside was easy and simple. I found parking inside the DMV parking lot no problem. Make sure you have your driving hours sheet with you along with your permit and regular license if it is your first time. After that wait in the back area until you're called by a DMV examiner. It moves pretty quick and everyone is nice and welcoming. Study and come prepared and you should pass no problem. I passed first try, you can too!

This was the best thing the DMV ever came up with ever since they opened this location up only for…read morecommercial Dl it's been super easy and really fast to renew and update my license when ever I have to there's never a wait and they have plenty of parking and room here and I don't no if it's because it's less people here but even the employees are really friendly

Hello my friends!! Bonjour mes amis!! My older brother…read moreserved our country as a Vietnam Era Veteran in the US Army. He had just turned 18 years old when he volunteered for duty. I remember him going up to Fort Ord at Monterey he described beautiful red toned sunsets and intense training. The Vietnam War 1960 to 1975 was still happening when he joined in 1973 I believe he wanted to be "In Country"(Vietnam) but he was at overseas assignment in Germany when the war was coming to an end. The Vet Center did an outstanding job in helping our family to get a copy of my brother's "DD 214" military service record after his passing which was needed for a state agency. If you have a Veteran in your family it's a good idea to have their DD 214 for your family records. God Bless the men and women veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country and for freedom around the world...;-)

My first impressions were via phone and not that impressive but they are the closest one near…read moreTorrance or Redondo. Do better Los Angeles for your Veterans! I was appalled at how dirty this place is and the location doesn't even have spots demarcated for Disabled Veterans. After living in other cities and states holy crap does LA do a horrific disservice to us veterans! I will not waste my time here. First impressions matter, so if I was sent here, am a CA native who is already in the VA West LA system why do I need to present you with personal and private information that you should already have? This is one of the reasons I enjoy the efficiency of other newer VA Choice programs, we should have the right to choose providers who are convenient for us in our local communities not be forced to go to a base, these places, or a VA. This place specifically did not meet any of my needs and further exacerbated my reticence to attempt anything even tangential to VA.

The Social Security office was very plain but clean - minimum furniture with few personnel and…read morefacilities. The office atmosphere was quiet but felt secure and professional. Staff was helpful and friendly. After parking in the back lot or street, you take the elevator to the 4th floor (for Suite 400) . There will be security team of two who inspect your bag for contents. and ask you some questions (Do you have an appontment? Are you carrying any arms, sharp objects, etc..)? At the time I was there for a 1:20 PM appointment, everyone else there (maybe 15-20 people) also had appointments. There were two TV monitors, but they were not watching TV shows - just monitors showing which ticket number was next and some government ads. Suggestion: Try to get an appointment before getting there. After security, register on the touch screen to get your ticket. Take a book or something to read (my phone signal was weak). I was there 15 minutes early and they took me right at 1:20.