Moms
- (310) 325-8208
If you are a mother-to-be in need of support for you and your baby, Casa de los Angelitos can provide you both a safe haven. Whatever the personal circumstances that brought you to your current situation, Casa offers a secure and comfortable home throughout your pregnancy up to a few months after the birth of your baby.
Casa acknowledges the stresses of pregnancy and offers a supportive and nurturing environment for both you and your baby. At Casa, you will find that the structured living arrangement promotes an atmosphere of respect, sharing, and concern among its residents. Casa is so much more than just a roof over your head; it also makes available many programs designed to help you acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for parenting and independent living.
Casa provides you a lifeline; a chance to make it; a launching pad to a successful future.
Entrance Criteria For Applicants No Discrimination Based On Race or Religion
- Must be 18 years or older
- Possess a valid ID, proof of pregnancy, negative STD and TB test results and current drug test results
- Program fees are $200 monthly
- Drug-free and sober for at least 6 months
Applicants Must Be Willing To:
- Apply for TANF (GR and Calworks), Food Stamps (Cal Fresh) and the WIC programs
- 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
- Submit to random drug testing
- Participate in goal planning and commit to following through on their individual program plans
Life Skills And Parenting Program
- Structured, nurturing living environment throughout pregnancy and for 3 months after the birth
- Personal care items, clothing and food as well as baby care items and furnishings
- Individual and group counseling services
- Classes in pre and post natal, labor and delivery, infant care and parenting
- Instruction in nutrition, budgeting, personal organization and time management
- Transportation to medical, counseling and other appointments
- Support in securing advanced education and employment
- Assistance in securing safe, affordable community housing after the baby is 3 months old
“My name is Shannynne and Casa de los Angelitos helped out many years ago when I found myself pregnant and alone. I was working at Starbucks when I became pregnant...
Shannynne
Proud Mother