Referral Agencies, Financial Assistance

Barr Foundation Amputee Assistance Fund: Help with Purchase of Prosthetics - 561.391.7601

Convalescent Aid Society: 3255 East Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107 - 626.793.1696 ..

Service area covers cities in the Greater San Gabriel Valley from the San Gabriel Mountains on the north, the 60 freeways on the south, west to the Glendale/Burbank area, and east to Glendora. -* More than 3000 items are available, such as canes, commodes, walkers, wheelchairs, bath benches, transfer benches, hospital beds, trapezes and much more.-*All equipment is repaired, cleaned, and sanitized. If equipment is too heavy or complicated to set up, such as a hospital bed, delivery and set up service is available at no charge. www.convalescentaidsociety.org

The Jewish Free Loan Association: Kopelove Home Healthcare Loan Program- 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 715, Los Angeles, CA 90048- 323.761.8830 Fax:323.761.8841

Interest-free loans averaging $5,000 per family for: Respite for caregivers - Home Improvement for medical needs, including ramps and railings. - Durable Medical Equipment like wheelchairs, beds and lifts for cars - Nurses, in-home care providers, & companions.

Change a Life Foundation: 24331 Muirlands Blvd. #4-308, Lake Forest, CA 92630---Phone: 949.788.9999 FAX: 949.855.2167 info@changealife.org -

Helping those finding themselves in a catastrophic life situation that is no fault of their own and need a hand toward selfsufficiency & independence. --------------------------------- Grants provided to the elderly include specialized equipment, medication co-payments, wheel chairs, scooters, transportation, mobility equipment, hearing aids, lift chairs, CCTV systems, home safety modifications, dental services, food service, home repairs, ER Response & more.