General Resource Information Guide

1.   DIal "211"

This number is a great resource.  An operator will speak directly to the individual that is requesting information and put them in touch with all LA county services.

2.  (562) 733-1147

This number puts you in touch with Long Beach's Department of Health and Human Services Center for the Homeless. An operator will do an over the phone assessment with the individual.

3.  Help and Emergency Hotlines:

Alcoholics Anonymous  (323) 936-4343
Child Abuse  (800) 540-4000
Department of Children Services  (562) 497-3500
Domestic Violence  (562) 437- 4663
Emergency Cold Weather Service  (800)  548-6047
Employment Development Dept.  (562)  599-5871
Suicide Hotline  (800) Suicide

4.  Rehabilitation
    
Long Beach Rescue Mission:  (562) 591- 1292 
The Long Beach Rescue Mission stands dedicated to helping individuals overcome the homeless cycle. We achieve long term goals and make a world of difference in today's society.

Salvation Army Bell Shelter:  (323) 263-1206
Bell Shelter offers transitional care for up to 350 homeless men and women as well as vocational assistance, substance abuse rehabilitation, case management, counseling, on-site health care & medical referrals, ESL classes, HIV/AIDS education, 12-step substance abuse recovery program, computer training, job training and referrals and life skills classes. 
Description: Long-term inpatient residential treatment
    
Charlie Street:   (949) 642-2941  
10 day inpatient alcohol detox

MHA Village:  (562) 437-6717
Fantastic Integrated treatment for Mental Health Clients

Veterans Affairs Medical Center:  (562) 826-8000
Services for those who have honorary discharge services for serving general or reserve duty.