El Centro de Amistad
The mission of El Centro de Amistad, Inc., (ECDA) a multilingual, cross-cultural organization, is to provide a comprehensive range of mental health and social services, anticipating the ever-changing needs of families and individuals in the San Fernando Valley.
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2 Submitted Ideas
LIVE ·2025 Grants ChallengeImproving Mental Health via Neurofeedback Program Expansion
ECDA launched a neurofeedback program in April 2024 for our current clients at two sites that has been so successful we now want to expand it to a third site and open the program to referrals from the broader community. Neurofeedback is commonly used to manage stress, pain, migraines, mood & anxiety issues, OCD, panic disorders, PTSD, and ADHD. It can produce positive results in the first five to ten sessions. The requested funding will help us train more clinicians and purchase the equipment we need to expand this vital mental health service.
CONNECT ·2024 Grants ChallengeEmpowering Low-Income Adults and Families to Navigate Complex Systems
This project/program would empower underserved communities by providing resources and support to navigate complex public systems such as Medi-Cal, the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), CalFresh, and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Recognizing the barriers faced by these communities—including language barriers, fear of discrimination, immigration concerns, and lack of advocacy skills—we propose a comprehensive program that includes workshops, technological tools, and personalized assistance.