CRISIS MATERNITY SHELTER FOR HOMELESS WOMEN

Casa de los Angelitos is a housing program for pregnant women in crisis situations and their infants who are in need of a friendly and protective environment during their pregnancy. Casa's five bedroom, 2600 sq. ft. home is located in a residential neighborhood in Harbor City just minutes from hospitals, schools, shopping centers, churches and entertainment. Casa provides women and their infants with a safe, nurturing, and structured living environment.

ENTRANCE CRITERIA:

All Applicants must be 18 years or older and provide or do:

  • Valid ID, written proof of pregnancy, Negative STD and TB test results
  • $225.00 monthly administration fee
  • Apply for TANIF and Food Stamps and the WIC program
  • Secure appropriate medical services and attend all scheduled appointments
  • Attend counseling sessions, parenting and life skill classes
  • Attend school, go to work or do volunteer services
  • Clean and sober for at least 9 months and submit to random drug testing
  • Physically and emotionally able to complete program requirements
  • Participate in goal planning and follow through on their individual program plans
LIFESKILLS & PARENTING PROGRAM:

Casa de los Angelitos is open to pregnant women of any race, religion, nationality and financial status and provides each with:

  • Structured & nurturing living environment throughout pregnancy and up till the baby is three months of age
  • Personal care items, clothing, and food as required, as well as baby care items and furnishings
  • Individual and group counseling services
  • Classes in pre and post natal, labor and delivery, infant and child care, and parenting
  • Classes in nutrition, budgeting, personal organization and time management
  • Spiritual guidance and related support services
  • Transportation to medical, counseling, and other professional appointments
  • Opportunity to learn and practice computer and office related skills
  • Support in securing advanced education and employment programs
  • Case Management with individualized goal plans and progress reports
  • Community referral and advocacy
  • Assistance in securing safe and affordable community housing

For more information about Casa de los Angelitos referral process, volunteer opportunities, or ways to support this non-profit program, please contact the Program Director by phone at
(310) 325-8208, by Fax at (310) 325-8217, or email at angelscdla@aol.com.