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El Centro De Amistad began as a storefront program with three staff.

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El Centro De Amistad

El Centro de Amistad, Inc. is committed to assisting children, adults and families.

In 1977, a group from the impoverished Canoga Park “Barrio” community, grew concerned about the needs of the predominantly Latino families that struggled with unemployment, crime, poverty and drug abuse. They were particularly concerned about the youth in the area. With the encouragement and financial support of San Fernando Mental Health Centers Inc. and their Board of Directors, this group of activists founded El Centro De Amistad.

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Our History

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Children and adults served since 1977 with comprehensive and culturally competent services.

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Mental Health service hours provided in the 2022-2023 fiscal year in outpatient, school-linked, and field-based programs.

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Relative Caregiver Training Hours provided in the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

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Navigating the Holidays: Coping with Stress & Mental Health Challenges

The holiday season, often seen as a time of joy, connection, and celebration, can also be a period of heightened stress and emotional struggle for many. While festive decorations and gath

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Hope for the Holidays!

As part of our commitment to giving back, El Centro de Amistad proudly hosts our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive and Adopt-A-Family campaign during the holiday season. These heartwarming

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Sam’s Journey of Overcoming Anxiety

When Sam, an 8-year-old boy, first came to El Centro de Amistad (ECDA) for therapy, he was grappling with significant anxiety that impacted not only his daily life but also the dynamics w

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El Centro de Amistad Celebrates the Opening of Panorama City FamilySource Center with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

El Centro de Amistad (ECDA) proudly marked the grand opening of its Panorama City Family Source Center with a ribbon-cutting event on August 16, 2024. The new center, design

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Brenda’s Journey to Healing and Growth

Brenda, a 16-year-old high school student at Birmingham Community High School, has faced more challenges in her young life than many can imagine. As the daughter of a Mexican mother and a

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Back-to-School Sponsor

We are excited to share some wonderful news! El Centro de Amistad, Inc. (ECDA) has recently received a generous $2,000 grant from our local Walmart in West Hills. This support comes from

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