Community Services
The City of Pasadena provides an array of human services to support the community including consumer action services, assistance with landlord/tenant issues, small claims, applications with various government assistance programs and other related matters. Various support and programs are also available for youth, families, and seniors.
The Head Start Program is a comprehensive early childhood education program for 3 & 4 year old children. The program offers morning and afternoon classes during the School year. Other services include: parent involvement, social services, nutrition program and free child care referrals.
Instructor:
Options Staff
Location:
Villa Parke Community Center
Dates:
August 2019-May 2020
Days & Times:
M-F 8:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m., 12:15-3:45 p.m.
Ages:
3-4 yrs
Fees:
Vary
Notes: Call to Enroll (626) 204-8900 Main office 464 W. Woodbury Rd. Suite 210, Altadena, CA 91001
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federally–funded supplemental food, nutrition education and breastfeeding support program. WIC helps families with women and/or children who are at nutritional risk by providing nutrition education along with monthly food coupons. WIC's goal is to prevent health problems and improve the health of participants during critical times of growth and development. WIC serves over 5,000 clients in the greater Pasadena area, including South Pasadena, Sierra Madre and Altadena. Closed every other Friday. For more information, call (626) 744-6520.
Instructor:
Pasadena Health Department Staff
Location:
Villa Parke Community Center
Dates:
Year-round*
Days & Times:
M-Th 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages:
Fees:
Free; eligibility based on income
Notes: *Closed every other Friday
Our goal is to provide trainings to assist youth with positive change. Learn how to handle adversity, accountability, advocacy, gang awareness, prevention, intervention, healthy living habits, drug and alcohol education, character development, career development and college preparation by offering the following services:
*AB-109 (non-violent early release offenders)
*Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Referral and Counseling
*Community members Referral and Counseling
*Provide services for probationers, former probationers, parolees
*Job leads (we are not a placement agency)Referrals
*Resume Assistance
*Individualized/Family Case Management
*Life Skills Trainings
*Family Preservation
Services offered are free and ongoing. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Rebecca Pratt at (626) 744-7306.
Instructor:
Pasadena Health Department Staff
Location:
Jackie Robinson Community Center
Dates:
Year-round
Days & Times:
By Appt. Only
Ages:
Fees:
Payable to instructor
Notes: