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  Information and Referral  
 
For many families, a phone call to social services is their first introduction to the sometimes bewildering network of programs and services for seniors. Our information and referral specialist can answer questions about elder care, suggest solutions, mail information and make referrals when appropriate. We have the most current information on services for seniors. Our information and referral specialist will follow up to find out if further assistance is needed. For more information call (310) 952-1775.
 
  Information Referral - Telephone Reassurance Telephone Reassurance - The Telephone Reassurance Program is a calling service to seniors who are homebound or shut-in. Telephone reassurance is an ideal program for those convalescing and/or wishing to remain in contact with a “friendly voice.”  
 

Free Tax Assistance - February through April 15th, trained AARP volunteers will help low and middle-income persons, with special attention given to persons age 60 and older in preparing their income tax returns. Tax preparers will do the following: wages, interest, dividends, stock sales, sale of house, pensions, IRAs, annuities, Social Security calculations and low income self-employment. They do not do rentals, business/high income self-employment, mutual funds, foreign investments or partnerships. This services is by apointment only. This program needs volunteers once a week to help prepare taxes. If you would like to volunteer, call the Social Services office for more information at (310) 952-1775.

 
  Food Stamp/Medical Applications - A representataive from the Los Angeles County Public Social Services is here the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday of each month from 9:30 a.m-12:00 p.m. to help fill out applications for Medi-Cal and Food Stamps. No appointment needed, walk-ins welcome, first come first-served.