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Community Services (General)
- Where is the Community Services & Recreation Department located?
  The Community Services & Recreation Department is located at 8200 Westminster Blvd., in the Westminster Civic Center, between All America Way and Jackson St., one block east of Beach Blvd.
- I need to find a daycare center for my children.
  Westminster residents may contact the Land Child Care Development Center at (714) 898-8389. Orange County residents may contact Orange County Child Care and Development Planning Council at (949) 548-3194 or (714) KID-CARE hotline.
Family Resource Center
- I am the victim of domestic violence and I need help.
  Please contact one of the following agencies:
  - Interval House 24 hour Hotline (714) 891-8121, or
  - Human Options 24 hour Hotline (949) 497-1570, or
  - Women's Transitional Living Center Hotline (714) 992-1939
  - The Sheepfold (800) 799-7233 or (714) 237-1444
- I have no food.
  Abrazar, Inc.
  7101 Wyoming Street
  Westminster, CA
  (714) 893-3581
  
  Salvation Army
  7425 Garden Grove Blvd. #A
  Garden Grove, Ca.
  (714) 901-1480
  
  American Family Housing
  15161 Jackson St,
  Midway City
  (714) 897-3221
  Will provide bags of groceries upon request
  
  Blessed Sacrament
  14072 Olive, Westminster Ca 92683
  (714) 892-4489
  
  Calvary Chapel WestGrove
  12832 Knott St
  Garden Grove Ca 92841
  (714) 897-8972
  
  A list of all soup kitchens and days they serve food is available at the Westminster Family Resource Center located at Sigler Park, 7200 Plaza St., Westminster, CA 92683 (714-903-1331).
- I need an emergency shelter.
  1. Info Link of Orange County: Supplies the most current open-bed count for all the shelters in Orange County 211 (Costa Mesa, CA)
  2. Illumination Foundation: 7855 Katella Ave, Stanton Ca, 90680 - (714) 507-2459
  3. Door of Hope: Program and shelter for married, two parent homeless families with children; will provide additional information on emergency shelters - 1 (626) 304-9130 (Pasadena, CA)
  4. Families Forward: Not an emergency shelter; transitional living program; family must pay rent - 1 (949) 552-2727 (Irvine, CA)
  5. Friendship Shelter: Assists single homeless women and men; 60 day program; intakes on Wednesdays - 1 (949) 494-6923 (Laguna Beach, CA)
  6. Fullerton Interfaith Emergency Services: Emergency food, rent, housing assistance, and shelter - (714) 738-0255 (Fullerton, CA)
  7. Garden Grove Housing Authority: Referrals for homeless and rental assistance - (714) 741-5150 (Garden Grove, CA)
  8. H.I.S. House: Transitional living program offering no cost shelter to the homeless; 120 day program (wait is 1-2 weeks) - (714) 993-5774 (Placentia, CA)
  9. H.O.P.E.: Transitional living for abused and abandoned women and their children - (714) 539-4357 (Seal Beach, CA)
  10. House of Hope: 12-18 month transitional program for women and children ages 11 and under - (714) 247-4341 (Santa Ana, CA)
  11. Interfaith Interim Housing: Program for employable adults; emergency shelter - 1 (949) 263-4544 (Laguna Hills, CA)
  12. New Vista Transitional Living Center: Transitional shelter for homeless families with children under 18 years old; 60 day program - (714) 680-3691 (Fullerton, CA)
  13. New Directions: Program for chemically dependent, homeless veterans - 1 (310) 914-4045
  14. O.C. Rescue Mission: Emergency shelter for men; first come, first served - (714) 258-4450 (Tustin, CA)
  15. Orange Coast Interfaith Shelter: 3-7 day emergency shelter program; transitional living program - 1 (949) 631-7213 (Costa Mesa, CA)
  16. Salvation Army Hospitality House: Emergency shelter; line forms 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. daily; up to 7 nights first stay; can return after 30 days. Call - (714) 841-0150 (Huntington Beach, CA)
  17. American Family Housing: Emergency, transitional and permanent housing; must be eligible to work - (714) 897-3221 (Midway City, CA)
  18. Covenant House: Crisis shelter and transitional living program for youths 18-21 - 1 (323) 461-3131 (Hollywood, CA)
- What do I do if I am having trouble filling out my MediCal/Covered Ca application?
  Please call the Westminster Family Resource Center at (714) 903-1331.
- Where can I apply for Food Stamps?
  Call the Westminster Family Resource Center to schedule an appointment or please contact the Orange County Social Services Agency at one of the locations listed below:
  - 15460 Magnolia St., Westminster Ca 92683 - (714) 834-8899
  - 12912 Brookhurst st., Garden Grove Ca 92842 - (800) 281-9799
  - 1928 S. Grand Ave., Bldg. A, Santa Ana, CA 92705 - (714) 435-5800
  - 6100 Chip Ave., Cypress, CA 90630 - (714) 503-2200
  - 3320 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, 92806 - (714) 575-2400
- Who does the Family Resource Center provide services to?
  The Westminster Family Resource Center offers services to parents who have a child 18 or younger still living at home. The parents can be a couple or single parent. Languages available are English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
  
  7200 Plaza St
  Westminster, CA 92683
  Phone: (714) 903-1331
  
  FRC Flyer
Recreation
- May I register/pay for a class online?
  Yes, you may register and pay for classes online by visiting our class registration website.
- Please tell me about fitness and recreation programs for children.
  The City of Westminster Community Services and Recreation Department is proud to offer many programs for children. Click here for more information or call the department at (714) 895-2860.
- Are there recreational, athletic, or fitness programs for adults?
  The City of Westminster Community Services and Recreation Department is proud to offer many programs for adults. View our classes and camps or call the department at (714) 895-2860.
- I would like to get information about after school programs for my children.
  The Westminster Community Services and Recreation Department offers an after school parks program at Bolsa Chica, Liberty and Sigler Parks. Elementary school-aged children can enjoy a variety of free activities in a supervised, positive environment. The parks are open Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, please call the WCSR Department at (714) 895-2860.
  
  The Boys and Girls Club of Westminster also offers after school programs. Please call (714) 379-0097 for further information.
- How do I contact a youth sport organization that serves Westminster?
  American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO)
  - Region 5: (714) 875-7612
  - Region 28: (714) 791-3708
  - Region 143
  Huntington West Little League
  
  District 62 Challenger League: (714) 610-8295
  
  National Junior Basketball (NJB)
  
  Westminster Youth Soccer: (714) 814-8952
- I want to report too much trash in a park.
  Please contact the Public Works Corporation Yard at (714) 895-2876 or submit a report through the My Westminster mobile app.
- Where can I get a list of the Special Events in Westminster?
  You may view the City's Calendar of Events, or you may contact the Community Services Department at (714) 895-2860.
Seniors
- I am a senior citizen and need meals delivered.
  Meals on Wheels, an organization located in Anaheim, provides meals to the home bound seniors in Westminster. For more information or to apply for the program, contact Meals on Wheels at 714-220-0224.
- I am a Senior unable to get around, and need a ride.
  - W.O.W. (Westminster on Wheels) is a transportation program provided by the Westminster Senior Center. Please call 714-895-2878 for more information.
  - OCTA ACCESS eligibility office at 714-560-5956.
  - Abrazar - Transportation for Non-Emergency Medical, Please call 714-893-3581
- I am a Senior. Where do I find information about Medicaid or Medicare?
  Residents of Orange County need to contact CalOptima located at 13300 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92843. The phone numbers are: (714) 468-1100 or (855) 785-2584.
- I am disabled and need assistance.
  For assistance please contact the following organizations listed below:
  - Dayle McIntosh Center for the Disabled: (714) 621-3300
  - 24 hour Crisis Hotline for the Handicapped: (800) 426-4263
- I have a family member with Alzheimer’s and I need help.
  - Alzheimer’s Orange County at 949-955-9000 or 24/7 Helpline at 844-435-7259.
  - O.C. Caregiver Resource Center at 800-543-8312.
- What are the phone and fax numbers for the Westminster Senior Center?
  Westminster Senior Center's phone and FAX numbers are as follows:
  
  Phone: (714) 895-2878
  Fax Number: (714) 379-9564
- What recreation programs are there for Seniors?
  The City of Westminster Community Services and Recreation Department are proud to offer senior citizens the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs. Please contact the Westminster Senior Center at 714-895-2878 for more information or stop by the front desk.
- When is the Westminster Senior Center open?
  The Westminster Senior Center is open Monday - Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Friday 8:00am to 1:00pm
- Where can I get a list of Senior Housing facilities in Westminster?
  The Westminster Senior Center maintains a master list of the senior housing locations in Westminster. Please call the Westminster Senior Center at 714-895-2878 or stop by the front desk.
- Where is the Westminster Senior Center located?
  The Westminster Senior Center is located at 8200 Westminster Blvd., in the Westminster Civic Center, between All America Way and Jackson St., one block east of Beach Blvd.
- Who do I talk to about Social Security?
  Contact the local Social Security Office, 12912 Brookhurst St., Suite 300, Garden Grove, CA, 92840, phone 800-772-1213.

Community Services (General)

Where is the Community Services & Recreation Department located?

I need to find a daycare center for my children.

Family Resource Center

I am the victim of domestic violence and I need help.

I have no food.

I need an emergency shelter.

What do I do if I am having trouble filling out my MediCal/Covered Ca application?

Where can I apply for Food Stamps?

Who does the Family Resource Center provide services to?

Recreation

May I register/pay for a class online?

Please tell me about fitness and recreation programs for children.

Are there recreational, athletic, or fitness programs for adults?

I would like to get information about after school programs for my children.

How do I contact a youth sport organization that serves Westminster?

I want to report too much trash in a park.

Where can I get a list of the Special Events in Westminster?

Seniors

I am a senior citizen and need meals delivered.

I am a Senior unable to get around, and need a ride.

I am a Senior. Where do I find information about Medicaid or Medicare?

I am disabled and need assistance.

I have a family member with Alzheimer’s and I need help.

What are the phone and fax numbers for the Westminster Senior Center?

What recreation programs are there for Seniors?

When is the Westminster Senior Center open?

Where can I get a list of Senior Housing facilities in Westminster?

Where is the Westminster Senior Center located?

Who do I talk to about Social Security?