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StayHonest.org, is a network of experts set to provide consumers with data-driven and research-support information so that they can make an informed decision.

Addiction Group is dedicated to help individuals suffering from substance abuse and prevent new cases through credible information and spreading awareness to as many as they can reach. Every fact-based piece of contents is written by journalists or medical professional. They have no affiliations to any rehab centers, they are not sponsored, and they display no advertisement on their website.

Suprmarkt is a weekly pop-up organic food store that travels throughout Los Angeles. Check out their website to see where they will host an event next, and learn more about healthy eating through their recommended books, documentaries, and recipes.

Located in West LA, Heal One World is a nonprofit that offers holistic wellness services such as reiki and classes in dance and yoga to those in financial need. All classes are offered free or on a sliding scale.

The tree is a “community space that serves through community, mindfulness, yoga, social justice, and education”. Classes include “Afro Funk Flow”, “Restorative Yoga”, “Mindfulness Meditation” and more. The space also offers yoga instruction in Spanish. All classes are donation based, where you pay only as much as you can.

Located in South LA, this studio provides a wide variety of low-cost classes in yoga, dance, and wellness education. Classes typically range from $10-15, but check out their calendar to keep up with their free or donation-based offerings. Whether you’re looking for a way to unwind in the evenings or something to start your mornings off right with, Crenshaw Yoga and Dance has something for you.

Colors LGBTQ Youth Counseling Services provides free LGBTQ-affirmative counseling and healing psychotherapeutic services to youth under 25 and their families in greater Los Angeles. Their resource page also features many Los Angeles and online organizations for additional support for LGBT youth.

Narcotic Addiction Treatment Agency (N.A.T.A) is a family-owned and operated, out patient, narcotic replacement therapy program. Under the medical care of our physician, physician assistant and nursing staff, our patients are prescribed liquid methadone to stabilize the symptoms of addiction (withdrawal, cravings, and illicit drug use). Under the care of our clinic manager and counselors, our patients receive ongoing support in achieving a life style free of illicit drug use.

The cost for methadone maintenance is far less expensive than your addiction.  Patients are charged a sliding scale fee based upon income and number of dependents.  If you have Medi-Cal, your treatment costs are covered.

El Proyecto’s Outpatient Perinatal Program provides culturally appropriate linguistic counseling and referrals to clients with substance abuse and mental health issues. This program is a certified State of California MediCal Drug Program.

Monday through Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

NCADD-SFV is a non-profit organization founded in the early 1970’s to provide individuals and their families affordable community-based treatment services relating to coping with the devastating effects of the disease of alcoholism and drug addiction.

NA is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean.

RAINN has a 25 year history of providing survivors of rape and sexual assault life-saving resources and support. This national organization can help you connect with a local care provider, or talk through your thoughts with a hotline operator. Their website also offers helpful articles as well as survivors’ stories.

Being Alive LA is a mental health and wellness center for patients with HIV/AIDS. Access therapy, support groups, and social outings for people who share your struggle, and discover a vast calendar of community events that might pique your interest.

APLA is a health care center for those affected by HIV/AIDS across Los Angeles. Services include free and low-cost primary health care for members of the LGBT community, STD testing, access to PrEP, and much more. They also offer support groups for populations such as those recovering from meth addiction, young LGBT men of color, Trans people of color, and Native Americans. Check out their website to find a location near you or

Dese’rae L. Stage is a photographer and writer who created the Live Through This project after surviving a suicide attempt. She uses her artwork to share the stories of others around the globe who have attempted suicide and lived, so others can find strength in their resilience. Additionally the project aims  to reduce prejudice and discrimination against attempt survivors; to provide comfort to those experiencing suicidality by letting them know that they’re not alone and tomorrow is possible; to give insight to those who have trouble understanding suicidality, and catharsis to those who have lost a loved one [...]”

This website shares written and video stories of people who have experienced mental health struggles all around the world. Find out what it’s like to live with bipolar disorder in Kenya or depression in the Dominican Republic, as well as in your local community. Articles include, “OCD- A Mental Battle” and “How to Speak to Your Parents If You’re Worried About Your Mental Health”.

If you are considering calling into a hotline, this guide can help answer some of your questions about how the process works. It gives example questions that you can ask, and general information about depression.

If you are struggling with, or think you might be struggling with an eating disorder, this organization can help. Find low-cost resources in your area, local support groups, or reach out to someone via their heling. The Helpline is available Monday-Thursday from 9AM to 9PM ET, and Friday from 9AM to 5PM ET. Contact the Helpline for support, resources and treatment options for yourself or a loved one.

Daylio is a free smartphone app to help you keep track of your mood and recognize overall patterns. For each day, you can record a customizable mood (ie depressed, neutral, happy), as well as any notes or activities that might be important to remember. The app processes this data in multiple formats and is very useful for anyone with a mood disorder.

By inputting the dates of your menstrual cycle, this app can help you predict your period and notice any abnormalities. Get reminders before your period is likely to start and keep track of additional symptoms like cramps, headaches, and more.

Alice is not a person, but a team of healthcare professionals from Columbia University working together to answer questions submitted by young adults. Find real answers to questions about emotional health, nutrition, alcohol & drugs, and more. Don’t see an answer to your question? You can submit online.

“It’s been a particularly difficult few months for sexual abuse survivors. If you know someone who’s been abused, here are some tips to best support them and their recovery.”

If you are in crisis but don’t wish to speak over the phone, the Crisis Textline is available. Text HOME to 741741 at any time to be connected to a trained crisis counselor over text. It usually takes less than 5 minutes to connect you with someone who is ready to speak to you about any issue you are facing.

Male Survivor is a collection of resources and articles for men who have experienced sexual trauma, as well as a forum for men to discuss trauma and recovery. Resources include a therapist directory to help find therapists who specialize in treating male survivors of sexual trauma; a support group directory; peer support guide; male survivor forum; resources directory; healing events; and the HopeHealingSupport Team, who are available by email to answer any questions survivors may have.

Exhale to Inhale empowers those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault to transform their lives. ETI employs the healing practice of trauma-informed yoga to empower survivors while helping communities develop skills and knowledge to support them. Exhale to Inhale provides free weekly yoga classes at domestic violence shelters and community centers in NY, CT, and LA. They also offer trauma-informed yoga teacher training.

The Breathe Network connects sexual trauma survivors to practitioners who offer sliding-scale, trauma-informed, holistic healing arts and support, including acupuncture; massage and cranial-sacral massage; somatic therapy; sound healing; yoga, hypnotherapy; dance, art, music, and color therapy; feng shui; Rolfing; and EMDR.

They offer a range of information for survivors of sexual violence related to understanding how the holistic healing arts can facilitate healing. They also have a helpful list of emergency resources available both over the phone and online, as well as recommended organizations and books for those pursuing alternative healing arts to complement their trauma recovery. These resources also benefit those who support survivors, whether as friends and family, or as healing arts practitioners.

Everything you need to know about pregnancy tests, from how and when to take a pregnancy test, to how they work. Article by Brittney McNamara

Prevention Lifeline is a free 24-hour confidential suicide prevention hotline. This number will connect you to your nearest crisis center nationwide. Translators speaking 150 languages are available to assist you in getting the help you need. Additionally their website offers informational materials about suicide prevention.

Didi Hirsch is a community health organization that offers mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention services to all ages. The organization has locations in Inglewood, Culver City, Glendale, and South Los Angeles. Mental health services include outpatient therapy and psychiatry, in home intensive therapy, school based services, and residential programs. Monday- Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Via Alanta is their residential mental health and substance abuse recovery program for mothers and children.  (818) 897-2609

You may have seen this project’s artistic billboards around Los Angeles and wondered what they were selling. When in fact, the #WhyWeRise campaign is an initiative put on by the city of Los Angeles to spark conversation on mental health amongst youth 14-24. It aims to empower young people to “take ownership of their wellbeing and transform talk into action-- for themselves, friends and family, and the larger community.”

This mental health organization provides many resources for those with mental illnesses, as well as their friends and family. They offer many types of free classes that help you understand mental illness and learn how to manage it with resources in your local community.

You can also call their hotline number to speak to someone if you are in a crisis (800-950-6264).

1in6 is a resource for men who have experienced unwanted or abusive sexual experiences. They offer recovery information for men, men’s stories of trauma and recovery, 24/7/365 online chat support with trained advocates through their website, and anonymous online support groups facilitated by a professional counselor. Support groups meet virtually every Monday and Wednesday.

Anyone with a smartphone can turn exercising into a game with this free app. Listen to an interactive audiobook while you walk or jog that transports you into a zombie apocalypse. Suddenly you are being chased by zombies with a story that changes based on your walking speed. Keep a steady pace or you might get caught! The immersive nature of this game really encourages exercise and will have you wanting to get outdoors more.

Eyeglasses can be a huge financial burden even to those with health insurance. People in need of low-cost eye care can visit UCLA’s traveling clinic on wheels to check out their services for low-income individuals and families.

The Saban Community clinic offers low-cost health care on a sliding scale based on income. The prices for services are listed above. The staff here is multi-lingual, and treats all regardless of citizenship, housing status, or income.

There are three locations of this clinic in Central Los Angeles (Hollywood and Fairfax areas).

MEND is a community center in Pacoima which offers many services to low-income individuals. It is the only free clinic in the North SFV area and provides women’s health care, diabetes management, eye exams, and much more. The health professionals are volunteers offering a pro bono service to those who cannot afford health insurance. The center also provides dental care including fillings, extractions, implants, surgery, and crowns. Patients must reside within either San Fernando, Pacoima, Arleta, Lake View Terrace, Mission Hills, North Hills, or Sylmar. Patients must also meet income guidelines and not have health insurance.

Email: information@mendpoverty.org

• Tuesday – Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
• Select Saturdays: 9:00am to 12:00pm

Provided by UCLA, this list of low-cost clinics for low-income individuals may help you find a clinic in your neighborhood.

For immediate care for minor illnesses and injuries, you can check out your local CVS Minute Clinic, staffed by official nurse practitioners and physicians assistants. For a fee, which can be found online beforehand, they offer vaccinations, physicals, gynecological services, and short term care for a long list of other conditions. They accept most major insurances.

The Alta Med teen center offers free sexual health information and reproductive health services to teens. Here you can find free birth control, birth control counseling, STD testing, and health counselors you can ask questions to about any topics or just talk about your day.

The Children’s Hospital of LA offers many free services for parenting teens through Project NATEEN. You can check out their website to find out how to receive free health education, counseling, housing benefits, vocational training, and an on-site high school independent study program.

If you or a loved one are living with a mental illness, DBSA offers life-changing peer-led support groups. At these free meetings people can share their experiences, find community, and learn about new resources. This is a nationwide organization with many meeting locations throughout Los Angeles.

For those suffering from substance abuse and mental health issues, the Tarzana Treatment Center is a full-service behavioral healthcare organization. It provides low-cost treatment options to both youth and adults. They have locations in Lancaster, Long Beach, Northridge, Palmdale, Reseda, Tarzana, and Woodland Hills.

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Meetup.com brings people with similar interests together across the country. If you are interested in physical activities like hiking or yoga but want company, adults 18+ can search their city for free exercise groups.