We provide counseling and therapy for individuals and families struggling with issues such as family dysfunction, depression and other mental health problems. To consult with a social worker, please call 213-473-3035.

Kosumosu opened in January of 2003 to provide transitional housing for survivors of domestic violence and their families. In addition to a physically and emotionally safe environment, residents can receive counseling, job assistance, financial management and more. Services are provided in English, Korean, Mandarin and Japanese. To consult with a social worker, please call 213-473-3035.

In cooperation with the Japanese government, LTSC provides special services to Japanese nationals who are victims of domestic violence. Those services include:

• Education (what is domestic violence?)
• Information and referral (where can I get help?)
• Housing information (emergency shelter and transitional shelter)
• Help creating a safety plan
• Legal referrals (including assistance with immigration status)
• Counseling and care management

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LTSC provides basic intake and information and referral assistance either on the phone or face-to-face for individuals seeking help. LTSC’s social workers help to identify client needs, determine available services and link clients with those services. To consult with a social worker, please call 213-473-3035.

LTSC social workers provide the support necessary for clients to effectively manage medical and mental health conditions as well as social issues. Services include assistance with Social Security, Medicare and Medi-Cal. Our social workers speak in English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Cantonese and Mandarin and help low-income individuals and families with sensitive issues in their daily lives. To consult with a social worker, please call 213-473-3035.

Nikkei Helpline

The Nikkei Helpline is the first crisis hotline for the Japanese American community. Since it was created in 1984, over 40,000 people have called the Nikkei Helpline for assistance with everything from immigration, education, and traffic accidents to illness, drug abuse, relationship crises and other emergencies. NHL serves both English and Japanese-speaking community members.

Call the helpline at 1-800-645-5341.

Ryugakusei Hotline

The Ryugakusei Hotline provides information and referral services to Japanese students living in the U.S. on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trained volunteers help these students, who may be experiencing isolation, with an array of issues including: mental health, relationships, landlord-tenant matters, alcohol and drugs, auto accidents and immigration.

Call the Hotline at 213-473-1630.