Important Announcement: Impact Of Eaton Fire On L.A. CADA And Our Patients
We want to inform our friends and supporters about the significant impact the recent Eaton Fire has had on our
operations in Los Angeles County. The fire, exacerbated by strong winds, created an emergency situation
affecting many in our community, including several of our facilities.
Evacuations
On the evening of
Tuesday, January 7, between
7:00 pm and 8:00 pm, we evacuated:
- 15 patients from Serenity House in Altadena due to a fire on the adjacent block.
- 25 patients from Art House in Altadena for the same reason.
- 15 patients from Start House in Altadena because a fallen tree caused major structural damage.
- 9 patients from Heart House, following a mandatory evacuation order from the City of Pasadena.
Our foremost concern during these evacuations has been the wellbeing of our patients, our neighbors, our dedicated staff,
and the broader community affected by the Eaton Fire.
Evacuation Plan Implementation
Our team acted swiftly, implementing our evacuation plan and directing all patients and on-duty staff to gather at a centrally located CVS parking lot on Lake Avenue in Pasadena. From there, a caravan of vans transported everyone to our Emergency Housing Facility in Santa Fe Springs (the former home of the Allen House Program).
Current Status
We are relieved to report that all patients are safe and accounted for. Our staff remains on-site, providing supervision and ensuring that patients continue to receive the care and treatment they need despite the challenging circumstances.
We have received overwhelming support from the community, and as we continue to meet the needs of our patients during this critical time,
we are
in urgent need of donations, including clothing, shoes, and other basic necessities to support those affected.
Staff and Other Sites
Many of our staff members who reside in the affected areas have also been forced to evacuate their homes, and we are providing the necessary support.
We are pleased to report that all other sites remain fully operational and have not been impacted by this emergency.
News about L.A. CADA's Art House here
We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We truly appreciate your understanding and support during this difficult time.
How You Can Help
We are currently in need of donations to help support our patients and staff who have been displaced by the fire.
Resources
LA County Fire Resources for SD1 Residents
www.facela.org/lafire
Thank you for standing with us during this time of need.