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Our  Lady of Refuge Church and /or the Archdiocese of Los Angeles are not responsible for the accuracy or integrity of information found on the web sites associated with these links, nor for the integrity of the individuals and/or organizations sponsoring the sites.  The links to Resources for Work, School and Home are provided for the convenience of viewers who must make their own decisions about the accuracy and use of information found therein

Family Emergency Planning  

Federal Emergency Management Agency 
Guide to citizen preparedness for emergency situations. Adobe Acrobat files ready for download on various emergency preparedness topics. 
American Red Cross - publications on how to prepare for disaster situations.  Most are PDF files and require Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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Family Problems and Domestic Violence  

Domestic Violence Hotline 
Information about domestic violence and a hotline operated by the Los Angeles County District Attorney office.  
Articles and Resources 
Relating to family problems and domestic violence.  

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Financial and Credit Issues  

National Foundation for Credit Counseling 
An association of 1,500 non-profit credit counseling centers across the United States. Find a center in your home community which offers money and debt management counseling and education  
Financial Planning Basics
Description of Financial Planning and its benefits

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Genealogy

Ancestry.Com
Search for your ancestors' names in varied databases, including US Census, social security and other records.  Some information is free, and some is by subscription.
Genealogy - Family Tree Maker
Search for ancestors' names in world family tree files, family tree information submitted by internet users.  Family Tree Maker software provides helpful way to organize family data.  Some information is free, and some is by subscription.
RootsWeb
Oldest and largest free genealogy site. Databases from United States and other nations.
FamilySearch
Service provided by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons).  Large and varied databases allow for search of records in the U.S. and other countries.
Ellis Island Immigration List
Information about persons who came to the United States via Ellis Island in New York.  
Italian Genealogy
Site devoted to Italian ancestry
Irish Genealogical Society
Resources for persons searching for ancestors from Ireland
Hispanic Geneology
Guidelines and resources for researching Hispanic ancestors
Filipino Geneology
Guidelines and resources for researching Filipino ancestors
Black Genealogy Exchange 
 Black genealogist information exchange
French Geneology Links
Links to databases and resources for persons of French descent


Find Christmas Ornaments to Honor  your Family's history and genealogy.  Go to Family Heritage Gifts in our Sponsor Pages.

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Government  

US Government
A guide to federal governmental services and departments  
United States Postal Service   
Find zip codes, post offices, calculate postage, purchase stamps, etc.  
State of California   
Official home page for State government.  Locate departments and services.  
County of Los Angeles 
Official home page for county government.  Locate departments and services.  
City of Long Beach        
Official home page for city of Long Beach.  Listings of services and departments.   
City of Signal Hill
Official web site for the city of Signal Hill.  City departments, services and current events.
City of Lakewood
Official web site for the city of Lakewood.  City departments, services and current events.
City of Cypress
Official web site for the city of Cypress.  City departments, services and current events.
City of Los Alamitos
Official web site for the city of Los Alamitos.  City departments, services and current events.
City of Seal Beach
Official web site for the city of Seal Beach.  City departments, services and current events.

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Health and Wellness  

Lycos Wellness Web Site 
Articles on wellness, medical conditions, finding a physician, drug reference, etc  
Mayo Clinic’s Health information 
Easy to read information on health conditions and wellness issues.  
Online Drugstore 
Purchase medications, often at a discounted rate  
Long Beach Health Department 
Description of services, including flu inoculation program, birth and death records, etc.  
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services -  clinics, hospitals and programs provided by Los Angeles County.

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Home Improvement and Repair  

HomeTime:  
An online guide to home improvement, repair and remodeling information.  
Do It Yourself  
Tips on home repairs – construction, electrical, plumbing, etc.   
Home Improvement Articles
Short articles on various home improvement projects. 

 

Housing

City of Long Beach Housing Authority
Affordable housing resources within the city of Long Beach
Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles
Affordable housing for people with limited incomes.  Section 8 is a voucher program that provides rental housing in the private rental  market.
Long Beach Multiple Listing Service
Find homes for sale  in Long Beach and neighboring communities.
Long Beach Apartments
Apartments for rent in Long Beach and neighboring communities.
California Mobile Homes for Sale
Listing of mobile homes for sale in communities throughout California.
 
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 Hospitals and Medical Centers  

Hospital Ratings by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Hospitals
Review local hospitals which have met the standards of the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Hospitals
Hospital Compare
This website is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.  It enables the viewer to compare the quality of care provided in local hospitals.  It also lists patients' rights and provides a hospital checklist.
Long Beach Community Hospital   
 Long Beach Memorial Medical Center  
 Los Alamitos Hospital       
 St. Mary’s Medical Center  

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  Legal Resources

Internet Legal Resource Guide 
Links to State and local Bar Associations where consumers can obtain attorney referrals and information. Covers the United States and a number of other countries.  
Nolo Self Help Law Center for Consumers and Businesses 
Information on topics such as wills and estate planning, tenant-landlord relationships, divorce and custody issues, etc.  
LegalZoom.com
Online legal service center - incorporation, trademarks, wills, living trusts, small claims, etc.
Legal Information Site for Consumers and Small Businesses
Articles on various aspects of the law  
 Find  an Attorney – see  listings on our Sponsor pages.

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