At El Centro de Amistad, we are honored to walk alongside individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Luis’s story is a powerful example of resilience, growth, and the impact of compassionate care. Luis, a 50-year-old immigrant from El Salvador, sought support after being diagnosed with diabetes and experiencing symptoms of depression. Encouraged […]
El Centro de Amistad is proud to introduce Enhanced Care Management (ECM), a new, free service designed to help individuals better navigate their mental and physical health needs. Taking care of your health can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. ECM provides personalized, compassionate support through a dedicated care team […]
El Centro de Amistad is proud to announce that registration is now open for the 6th Uncertain Times, taking place on May 13, 2026, from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM.Annual Mental Health Conference , Healing Hearts: Restoring Hope in Now in its sixth year, this free conference brings together mental health professionals, community partners, […]
By: Bianca Marinescu, MA, LMFT, Clinical supervisor WHY THIS CONVERSATION MATTERS Every day, people experience anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, and other mental health challenges while trying to appear fine on the outside. Many stay silent not because they do not want help, but because they fear judgment, misunderstanding, or shame. That is the power […]
This holiday season, El Centro de Amistad was proud to bring hope, nourishment, and joy to hundreds of families across the San Fernando Valley through two of our most meaningful annual traditions, our Thanksgiving Distribution and Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program. On Saturday, November 22, our community came together for a successful Thanksgiving Distribution that served […]
Through every swing, THANK YOU to everyone who helped make El Centro de Amistad’s inaugural Swing for Hope Golf Tournament such a success! As our very first tournament, this milestone event was only possible because of the dedication of our amazing players and the generosity of our sponsors. Together, we raised vital funds that […]
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, designed to provide crucial support to low- and moderate-income families with children up to age 17, aims to offer a wide range of social, educational, and family […]
As May approaches, so does an important observance: Mental Health Awareness Month. This annual campaign serves as a reminder of the significance of mental health and the importance of taking care of our minds as well as our bodies. Especially in a world filled with various stressors, uncertainties, and challenges, prioritizing mental well-being is paramount. […]
PANORAMA CITY, CA – January 25, 2024 -El Centro de Amistad (ECDA) is proud to announce the launch of its new Panorama City FamilySource Center (FSC) Program, designed to address the urgent needs of families, empower them to achieve greater financial security, foster opportunities for improved academic achievement, and contribute to building community wealth. The […]
The funding was initiated by the organization’s executive director, Luis Cervantes, who pushed for it. After hearing that Rivas had announced state funding to several different organizations, Cervantes came to her and explained why this funding was so necessary to El Centro de Amistad and the community. Newspaper article
