DUPLICATE: Da Vinci Student Services Resource Hub

Your Guide to Mental Health Services at Da Vinci Schools

Welcome to the Da Vinci Student Services Resource Hub, your one-stop space for health, wellness, and community support.

Here, students and families can explore free or low-cost resources to meet academic, physical, and emotional needs. Whether you’re looking for help with medical insurance, mental health care, food assistance, or housing support, Da Vinci’s network of partners and community organizations is here to help you thrive—in and out of school.

You’ll find information on:

  • Health Services: immunizations, asthma, allergies, and overall student health

  • Mental Health Support: counseling, therapy, and crisis response

  • Insurance & Financial Assistance: Medi-Cal, Covered California, CalFresh, and EBT

  • Housing & Legal Aid: shelters, youth programs, and local service locators

  • Family & Safety Resources: domestic violence, reproductive health, and parenting support

Our goal is to ensure every Da Vinci student and family feels supported, safe, and connected.


Key Student Services Support Contacts

Erin Whalen, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services - ewhalen@davincischools.org
Emily Green, Director of Health Services - egreen@davincischools.org

Health Services (Immunizations, Asthma, Allergies, overall Health Needs)

Get Help with Health Services

Welcome to Da Vinci Schools' Health Services!

Da Vinci Schools has three health services team members available to serve our students. Nurses plan and monitor the care of students with health concerns, develop and implement individual health care plans, assess students in Special Education, make recommendations for school-based health support, conduct mandated screenings, and provide health-related professional development and training to Da Vinci staff. Partnering with families and school staff to ensure student success is a top priority!

For more information, contact Emily Green, Director of Health Services, at egreen@davincischools.org.

Immunization Information

All students new to Da Vinci Schools will need to complete a health history form through the SchoolMint Enrollment site and submit a complete immunization record.

Immunizations for every student are monitored and are required to be in compliance with the laws and regulations of the state of California. Information can be found at www.shotsforschool.org.  An Oral Health Exam Form is also required for TK/Kindergarten enrollment.

immunizations

Immunization Requirements (English)

Immunization Requirement (Spanish)

If you need to make a physician appointment with your doctor, please note, many offices accept walk in vaccine appointments, many CVS or other pharmacies also provide vaccines, or see below a list of free and low cost walk in County clinics.

For those requiring a medical exemption, the only accepted format for schools is a medical exemptions for school and child care entry issued through CAIR-ME. Parents and physicians can register and create an account in CAIR-ME at any time. Once registered, parents can log in to CAIR-ME to request a medical exemption. Parents take the exemption request number to their child’s physician who can log in to CAIR-ME to issue the exemption. Once the exemption is issued, the physician prints the two page form and provides a copy to the parents to give to their child’s school.

IMM-1363 Instructions to Request a Medical Exemption | English

Instructions to Request a Medical Exemption | Spanish

For more information please see: https://www.shotsforschool.org/laws/exemptions/

Students with individualized school-based health care needs should contact school nurse, Dr. Emily Green, RN, PhD at egreen@davincischools.org.

Medication At School

Medications (prescription medication or over-the-counter) needed during school day require a physician signed Medical Authorization Form. This will need to be completed before your child will be allowed to have medication at school.

No over-the-counter medications are kept at school (Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Benadryl, etc), students are encouraged to take these medications at home whenever possible. Students are not to bring aspirin, cough drops, cough syrups, vitamins, or other over-the-counter medications to school. These may constitute a health hazard to other students.

All medications must come to school in the original container. Prescription medications must come to school in the pharmacy bottle with the attached prescription label.

Medications are kept in a locked cabinet in the Health Office.

With parent and physician authorization, students may be allowed to carry life-saving medications (Epi-pen, inhalers) or OTC medication (Tylenol, Advil) to self-treat as needed.

Students found to be carrying any medications--prescription, non-prescription, or recreational- without proper authorization will be subject to disciplinary action.

Mental Health Support

Get Help with Mental Health & Wellness

Da Vinci's Student Services Team of exceptional counselors and psychologists has cultivated an expansive web of mental health and wellness partnerships. These partnerships allow students to access services such as counseling, crisis intervention, therapy referrals, and family support—both on campus and in the broader community.

Allcove Youth Wellness Centers

Allcove Youth Wellness Centers

  • Description: Free and confidential support for youth ages 12–25, including mental health, physical health, and employment services. Offers drop-in counseling, peer groups, and both virtual and in-person services

  • Locations: Beach Cities & Los Angeles

  • Referral: Can be accessed via school counselor referral

  • Website: allcove.org

 

Hazel Health – Virtual Mental Health Services

Hazel Health – Virtual Mental Health Services

  • Description: Telehealth mental health support for students and families, including short-term therapy, assessments, and crisis de-escalation. Services are available during and after school

  • Accessed via your school wellness team or counselor.

  • Website: https://www.hazel.co/
Care Solace

Care Solace

  • Description: A 24/7 care coordination service that confidentially connects students and families to local mental health providers, matched to insurance, language, and availability.

  • Website: caresolace.com/davincischools

  • Phone: (888) 515-0595

South Bay Children’s Health Center (SBCHC)

South Bay Children’s Health Center (SBCHC)

  • Description: Provides low- or no-cost mental health and behavioral health services, including therapy and assessments for children and teens.

  • Website: sbchc.com

  • Phone: (310) 316-1212

Antioch University Counseling Center

Antioch University Counseling Center

  • Description: Offers affordable individual and family therapy sessions provided by graduate counseling interns under licensed supervision.

  • Website: antioch.edu/los-angeles/counseling-center

  • Phone: (310) 574-2813

Pepperdine University Community Counseling Center

Pepperdine University Community Counseling Center

  • Description: Provides low-cost therapy and group counseling for youth and families, including bilingual services and trauma-informed care.

  • Website: pepperdine.edu/counseling

  • Phone: (310) 568-5752

Soluna

Soluna

Description: Resource locator tool for accessing zip code specific resources such as mental health therapy, mental health evaluation, treatment programs outpatient and residential, anger management, grief and more. Also avail able resources such as housing, food, transit, health care, etc.

Website: solunaapp.com

Better Youth

Better Youth

Description: Creative media and career development programs for youth ages 14–24, offering mentorship in film, music, and digital media alongside mental healthand life skills support.

Website: betteryouth.org

**Crisis Resources**

Crisis & Warm-Line Supports 
24/7 crisis hotlines and text lines, including LGBTQ+ specific supports (Trevor Project, 988, etc.). For a complete list, see DV Health Linktree.

LA County Psychiatric Mobile Response Teams (PMRT)
Provides 24/7 non-law enforcement mobile crisis response for psychiatric emergencies.

Exodus Recovery, Inc.
Offers comprehensive mental health and substance use services, including urgent care centers, outpatient, and residential treatment.

Substance Use

Get Help with Substance Use

Substance Use

For support related to substance use, Da Vinci Schools recommends that parents and guardians consult their primary medical care provider for guidance, resources, and referrals. While Da Vinci Schools does not have formal affiliations with local treatment programs, the resources provided below can serve as a helpful starting point for families seeking support.

For a comprehensive list of local services, please review the resources listed below and consider reaching out to your school counselor for additional guidance and assistance in navigating available options.

 

Resources

Da Vinci Schools recommends parents and guardians confer with their primary medical care provider for assistance in obtaining substance abuse resources and referrals. Da Vinci Schools has no affiliation with any of the below local resources, though we hope they can serve as a starting point in obtaining support and resources. 

  • SAMHSA: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
    • SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service), or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
    • Also visit the online treatment locator, or send your zip code via text message: 435748 (HELP4U) to find help near you.
  • Kick It California provides resources to help with quitting cigarettes/vaping.
  • AllCove
  • Clear Behavioral Health
    • 115 Main St., El Segundo, CA 90245 (866-812-5469)
    • They offer: both a day program and Intensive Outpatient Program for teens  struggling with mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
    • El Segundo Location
  • Thelma McMillen Center, Torrance Memorial (Alcohol and Drug Treatment)
    • 310-784-4879
    • They offer: hospital-based outpatient alcohol and drug treatment programs (Intensive Outpatient Teen program) during afternoon, Free drug testing, Consult and assessment and subsequent treatment recommendations or referrals, parent workshops
    • https://www.thelmamcmillenrecoverycenter.com/
  • Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
    • 3250 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010 (323.361.2463)
    • Youth are seen individually and/or with parent and guardian during the intake. It is during this assessment period that we determine what services best meet the needs of the youth and his or her family/guardians. We provide a formal assessment that includes a look at risk and protective factors within the context of each individual’s use.
    • We offer a comprehensive, integrated approach to care by providing psychiatry and medical services including HIV testing and treatment and pregnancy prevention and education.
    • Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Program | Children's Hospital Los Angeles (chla.org)
  • Shields for Families: Revelations  
    • Multiple locations (323.242.5000)
    • No insurance is required, Free services
    • They offer: 3 - 18 month program includes case management, substance abuse treatment, outpatient, day treatment and residential, drug court. Individual, group, family and child counseling. Child dev. services, assessment, parent education, therapeutic nursery school, child care. Prevention and early intervention for youth ages 6-14 yrs. In-home programs, pre- voc. services, 118 transitional housing units at 3 sites for participants.
    • https://yourfirststep.org/treatment-center/shields-for-families-revelation-program-lynwood-ca/
  • Divine Healthcare Services, Inc. 
    • 405 W. Manchester Blvd., Ste A. Inglewood CA 90301 (310.672.3820)
    • Transportation is provided between 3:00pm – 7:00pm (from school or home) surrounding cities
    • They offer: Counseling and treatment services
    • https://divinehealthservices.org/
  • Didi Hirsch  
    • 4760 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City CA 90320 (310.751.1207)
    • They offer: Integrated substance use and mental health services for teens and adults. Services include assessment, prevention and treatment services for individuals who meet program requirements.
    • https://didihirsch.org/
  • New Beginnings  
  • Avalon-Carver Community Center
    • Address: 4920 Avalon Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90011
    • Phone: (323) 232-4391
    • They offer: 6-month crime & delinquency prevention services, informal educational services for at-risk youth. Community organization services info & referral, parenting classes, outpatient counseling, DUI programs; Licensed program.
    • https://www.avalon-carver.org/
  • SSG-ICS Youth Program
    • Address: 5849 Crocker St. Los Angeles, CA 90003
    • Phone: (323) 234-4445; (844) 225-5774
    • They offer: Outpatient and/or residential mental health services for adults, children, families, & groups. Psychiatric evaluations, drug/alcohol treatment, dual-diagnosis, support groups. Homeless referral services. Community assessment service center.
  • Canon Human Services
    • Address: 9705 S. Holmes Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90002
    • Phone: (323) 249-9097
    • They offer: 90-day residential program for men. Outpatient program for men. Alcohol & drug treatment, dual-diagnosis, 12-step, support groups, HIV/AIDS testing coordinated w/Martin Luther King Jr. Center, individual & group counseling, parenting classes, basic education classes
    • https://canonhumanservices.com/
  • Hillsman Drug and Alcohol Center
    • Address: 1440 E. 41st Street Los Angeles, CA 90011
    • Phone: (323) 231-2585
    • They offer: 1-month to 1-year 42-bed residential drug and alcohol program, AA meetings, parenting classes, dual-diagnosis. No Outpatient Tuesdays
    • https://npino.com/drug-rehab/1568838100-hillsman-center/
  • Mount Carmel Treatment Center
    • Address: 801 W. 70th Street Los Angeles, CA 90044
    • Phone: (323) 242-5000 Ext. 4444
    • They offer: 90-day to 1-year residential drug and alcohol treatment program. CA meetings, individual counseling, anger mgmt., money mgmt. skills, etc. Treatment services for court mandated, Prop 36, dual-diagnosis, HIV/AIDS
  • Alateen Meetings: support group for kids who love an alcoholic / addict and have no safe place to talk about these issues
    • Local in-person Alateen meeting is here: Saturday, 9am, Walteria United Methodist Church 3636 Newton St, Torrance (Contact: Judee Coleman, 310-986-9886)
    • Zoom groups: Students (or their parents) must call the AMIAS (Al-Anon Member Involved in Alateen Service) to get the zoom information for the meeting. These are closed meetings--meaning that they are only open to the teens. Parents / doctors / counselors / therapists are not invited to sit in. https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-alateen-meeting/
    • The Area Alateen Coordinator involved in creating Alateen meetings in schools is Gerald (Bear) Weil: aapp@scws-al-anon.org or 805) 766-7401

 

Eating Disorders

Get Help with Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders

Description: Da Vinci Schools recommends that parents and guardians consult their primary medical care provider for guidance, resources, and referrals related to eating disorders. While Da Vinci Schools has no formal affiliation with local programs, the resources provided can serve as a helpful starting point in obtaining support.

For additional assistance, contact your school counselor or nurse.

Reproductive Health

Get Help with Reproductive Health

For more information: Sexual Health Resources | Da Vinci Schools

Da Vinci Schools recommends parents and guardians confer with their primary medical care provider for assistance in obtaining reproductive health resources and referrals. Da Vinci Schools has no affiliation with local resources, though we hope they can serve as a starting point in obtaining support and resources. See your school counselor or nurse for more information. 

Medical Insurance

Get Help with Medical Insurance Programs

Da Vinci Schools' Student Support Services team can support students and families in applying for medical insurance. For more information, please contact your counselor or school nurse. Some students may qualify to enroll in no-cost or low-cost local, state, or federally sponsored health insurance programs.

Medi-Cal

Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program. Medi-Cal provides free or low‑cost health coverage for individuals and families who meet certain income and eligibility criteria.

There is no deadline to apply for Medi-Cal—you can enroll at any time during the year.

For more information, visit the Medi-Cal program website or contact the Medi-Cal Member Helpline at (800) 541-5555.

> Learn about Medi-Cal

Covered California

Covered California is the state’s health insurance marketplace (Affordable Care Act exchange), where individuals and families can compare and enroll in private health plans. Financial assistance—such as subsidies and tax credits—is often available to help lower monthly premiums and reduce out-of-pocket costs.

The annual open enrollment period runs from November 1 through January 31. You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period outside of this window if you experience a qualifying life event (such as loss of coverage, marriage, birth of a child, or relocation), typically giving you 60 days to enroll.

If your household income is at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level and you do not qualify for Medi-Cal, you may be eligible to enroll at any time during the year.

> Learn about Covered California

Employer‑Sponsored Insurance

If one or both parents have a job that provides health benefits, enrolling through employer-sponsored insurance is often the simplest option. Families can compare this coverage with what’s available through Covered California or Medi-Cal to determine the best fit for cost, coverage, and family needs.

Local Health Options

Venice Family Clinic

  • Website: venicefamilyclinic.org

  • Offers in-person support to explore insurance options and can serve as a primary medical provider.

  • Call 310-664-7509 to make an appointment.

  • They can assist with a Medi-Cal application so students can receive immediate services—like missing immunizations or a physical—on the day of the appointment. Full Medi-Cal coverage for follow-up care typically takes up to 10 days after application.

Los Angeles Public Health

  • Provides assistance for applying for health insurance and links to county-wide resources and clinics.

  • For more information and additional support clinics, visit the LA County Public Health website.

 

Domestic Violence Resources

Overview

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence (also called intimate partner violence [IPV], dating abuse, or relationship abuse) is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another in an intimate relationship.

It may include:

  • Physical violence

  • Sexual violence

  • Stalking

  • Psychological aggression, including coercive acts such as:

    • Limiting access to phones, family, or transportation

    • Exploiting vulnerabilities like immigration status or undisclosed sexual orientation

Resources

Domestic Violence Resources

National Domestic Violence Hotline

  • Phone: 1‑800‑799‑SAFE (7233)

  • Provides 24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and referrals

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

  • Website: rainn.org

  • Phone: 1‑800‑656‑HOPE (4673) | Online chat available

  • Largest U.S. anti-sexual assault organization; helps survivors of sexual violence and related trauma, and provides referrals

National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline (Love Is Respect)

  • Website: loveisrespect.org

  • Phone: 1‑866‑331‑9474 | Text “LOVEIS” to 22522

  • Offers peer advocates, online, text, and phone help specifically for teens in unhealthy or abusive relationships

That’s Not Cool

  • Focuses on digital dating abuse, boundaries, and peer respect. Offers interactive quizzes, videos, and shareable content for social media.

  • Website: http://thatsnotcool.com/

One Love Foundation

Domestic Violence Shelters in Los Angeles

LGBTQ Resources

Resource List

General links or information:

The Trevor Project : Education, crisis resources, research, peer support, advocacy

Los Angeles LGBT Center

ACLU Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights

Glisten (formerly GLSEN): Advancing justice for LGBTW+ youth to make K-12 school communities safe and accepting of all members.

GLAAD: LGBTQ+ advocacy and resources: https://www.glaad.org/resourcelist

The It Gets Better Project's mission is to communicate to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth around the world that it gets better, and to create and inspire the changes needed to make it better for them. Itgetsbetter.org

Housing/Housing Legal Aid

Overview
If you are experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness, visit https://www.lahsa.org/get-help.

Resource List
If you are an adult in need of shelter, please call (800) 548-6047 or visit: https://www.lahsa.org/documents?id=2196-lahsa-shelter-list.pdf If you are family with minor children in need of shelter, please call 211 or visit https://211la.org/. If you are a youth in need of shelter, please call (800) 548-6047 or download the WIN app LOS ANGELES COUNTY GENERAL SERVICES LOCATOR To find the local county services in your area, please visit http://maps.lacounty.gov Go to "Browse more service categories" Select the services you are interested in Enter Los Angeles County location (zip-code, address, city)

EBT cards/CalFresh/Food Pantries

Overview
For more information: EBT Cards/Cal Fresh

Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calfresh? CalFresh is a government-funded nutrition program that helps low-income households purchase food. How do I apply? Apply online at https://www.getcalfresh.org/ How long does it take? The online application takes 10 minutes. Then, the County will contact you within 1-2 weeks for an eligibility interview. If you are approved, you should receive an EBT card for groceries within 10 days. The whole process takes about 30 days. What do I need to apply? A copy of your ID, proof of income, and proof of immigration status for non-citizens. How much money will I get? That depends on your household size, income, and expenses. For a household of 1 person, the minimum benefit is $281. For 2 people, $516. For 3 people, $740... visit the CalFresh website for more info. How does it work? Once you receive your EBT cards, you can use it at most grocery stores and farmer's markets. I am undocumented. Can I still apply? No, If you are here under DACA, TPS, or are undocumented, then you cannot apply. However, if someone in your household was born in the U.S., has citizenship, has refugee/asylum status, has a green card, or has/is an applicant for VAWA, U-Visa, or T-visa, then they can apply for your household. The CalFresh office does NOT share information with ICE. Benefits used by children or other household members are not counted against undocumented family members

Service Locator Tools

Overview
One Degree
Empowering you to find what you need from over 26,000 free, up-to-date resources.

211 LA
211 LA is your locally based, nonprofit guide to the services & information you need to navigate life in Los Angeles.

Pregnant and Parenting Support

Overview

Da Vinci Schools works to provide educational and related support services in collaboration with community agencies and organizations, to meet the needs of pregnant and parenting students and their children. For more information, please reach out to Director of Health Services, Emily Green, egreen@davincischools.org

Resources

Nurse-Family Partnership: Through this free program, families are followed and supported using intensive home visit schedule until child is 2. (support is medical, social emotional, parenting, etc). Referral Form: Nurse Family Partnership (NFP) program

Adolescent Family Life Program: Administered through L.A. County Department of Public Health, AFLP offers case management services for pregnant and parenting teens up to age 19, helping with healthcare, counseling, and parenting support. Phone: (866) 241-0395

Generation Her: A non-profit empowering teen moms (ages 13–25) across Southern California—including L.A.—through weekly in-person and online life-skills and parenting classes: budgeting, resume-building, job interviewing, nutrition, stress management, self-defense, and more.
Offers mentorship, baby essentials, and a strong, supportive community.

Teen Line (Peer Support Hotline): A free, teen-run support hotline based in L.A.; trained high-school volunteers available and offers anonymous listening and peer support for a variety of teen concerns

Call: 1-800-852-8336 (6–10 pm PST)

Text: "TEEN" to 839863 (6–9 pm PST)

Hire LA’s Youth: supporting youth who are low-income, parenting or pregnant. They will be offered supportive services such as childcare services, funding, college and employment preparation, and financial literacy classes. Parents must be 14-19 years of age at the time of applying.

Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)

Expectant Parent Payment (EPP): Offers up to $900/month during the 7th–9th months of pregnancy to assist with items like diapers, formula, clothing, car seats, and parenting classes.

Infant Supplement: After birth, youth under DCFS supervision may receive $900/month (or $1,379/month for group home placements) to help care for their newborn.

Emergency Child Care Bridge Program: Provides short-term childcare (up to 12 months) for parenting teens in foster care who are in school, working, or in vocational training. Includes a childcare systems navigator to help secure long-term services.

St. Anne’s Residential Facility: Offers a maternity home and residential program for pregnant or parenting unmarried teens (ages 13–18): 32-bed residential center, Prenatal/postpartum medical care in collaboration with Good Samaritan Hospital, Individual and group counseling, parenting classes, New Village Charter High School & vocational training on-site
Support services for parents, partners, and counseling

Alliance for Children’s Rights – Healthy Teen Families: Supports current and former foster youth who are expectant or parenting by offering:

Expectant & Parenting Youth (EPY) Conferences: Helps with birth planning, advocacy, and personalized support.

Free Doula Services (through partner Joy in Birthing Foundation) for labor, delivery, and postpartum care.

Childcare support: Emergency Child Care Bridge Program and navigation to permanent childcare funding.

Home Visiting Programs and access to WIC/farmers-market vouchers for baby essentials.

Los Angeles Childcare Options

Crystal Stairs: Locate quality child care in Compton, Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lynwood, South Los Angeles and surrounding areas; Free referrals for childcare.

Child Care Alliance Los Angeles: Subsidized childcare vouchers offered.

Head Start and Early Head Start: Free, federally funded programs designed to promote school readiness for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers from families that meet income eligibility requirements.

Alliance of Moms: https://www.allianceofmoms.org/about?utm_source=chatgpt.com