Program areas at LBCAP
Energy assistance services - for low-income households, the organization offers assistance with utility bill payments and weatherization services to improve energy efficiency as well ascritical heating and cooling services to vulnerable populations during severe weather emergencies.the organization provided 12,686 households with utility bill payment assistance, and 6,175 households has energy disconnections prevented with emergency payments. The organization weatherized 671 dwellings. 492 dwellings were provided with home repairs, and 542 dwellings received healthy homes services (reduction or elimination of lead, radon, carbon monoxide and/or fire hazards or electrical issues).
Community advocacy and family services - through its collaborative efforts with partner agencies, the organization provides a gateway to comprehensive services for individuals and families.14 young adults were provided with training to become certified nursing assistants. 33 children were provided with early childhood education services. 37 seniors attended wellness classes. 22 people received domestic violence counseling. 12 youth and young adults engaged in Community gardening activities. 23 people received life skills coaching sessions. 7,152 people received food assistance. 460 hygiene and safety kits were provided to seniors and disabled individuals. 1,499 income tax returns were prepared for residents free of charge.
Youth services - the organization offers a variety of educational opportunites, job training, skills enhancement classes, and support systems to eligible participants.the organization provided media arts-focused leadership training to 38 disadvantaged youth.
Public access digital network (padnet) - padnet offers low-cost media training and free production equipment/facilities to Long Beach residents.the organization hosts padnet.tv, a community-focused website that is the gateway to media-orientated training, equipment and facilities access, and video production services.padnet supports three (3) satellite facilities; 180 individual and organizational members; and facilitates production of 20 or more hours of original, locally-produced content each month.