We adopted our newborn through the Agency. It was an excellent experience. We are so grateful for…read morethis experience! It is back when they had an office in Santa Ana.

I was adopted via Holy Family Services in 1961: I was matched very well and my adoptive parents (…read morereally are my parents as they took me and loved me and put up with me:) Even when I wanted to try and find out whom my bio parent's are/or were since they have passed by this time: Holy Family Services let me share my need to know and let me look at a picture and let me leave a letter incase my bio parent/parents wanted to find me. In Gods time, I found my bio mom and everything was true that Holy Family Services shared with me. It may be a different time now, as I am 62 but I am referring younger couples I know to reach out and see what blessings might be waiting. There are no illegal adoptions via Holy Family Services, New places are popping about adopting innocent children from Border issues, these kids have parents out there waiting for a chance to come and reclaim and sue the USA. It is a game plan and about money and lies and it is so wrong to harm children/lost parents/and want to be parents. Holy Family Services, is there for the children and families and will illiminate the predatory scamming aggressive illegal groups, whom are out to do devil work.

My husband and I loved working with Extraordinary Families and would recommend it to anyone looking…read moreto become a resource parent in LA County. While the foster care journey is difficult, Extraordinary Families made it easier and were a great resource during the journey. I do not know what we would have done had we gone straight county. Having EF is like having an advocate by your side, with assistance, resources, and a sounding board. They are friendly, helpful, and professional.

We used Extraordinary Families for the foster-to-adopt journeys of both of our children. They are…read moreincredibly helpful, responsive, caring and progressive, providing education and support every step of the way. We're so grateful that we had them on our team, and can't recommend them highly enough.

I had a positive experience visiting for the first time. This is a small, intimate center with a…read morewell-established reputation in the Los Angeles area. It caters to the LGBTQIA+ and ally communities.

This place has been a HUGE part of my sobriety. I went to my first meeting there 4 years ago and…read moreI'm so excited to start going back to meetings again!!! They have meetings all the time and a great source for literature about addiction and recovery. Everyone is beyond welcoming and helpful.

Pet Ark (pet-ark.com) is a new "hightech" method to locate lost pets or search for a pet to adopt…read more I heard on KCAL9 News today that the Pet Ark pet-adoption kiosks will debut at 25 L.A. animal shelters, so that prospective adopters or people searching for lost pets will no longer have to run from shelter to shelter. On the website you can click on a search for dog, cat, rabbit, bird, reptile, livestock, or (other) critter. This wonderful service is long overdue!

My husband and I have been fostering two bunnies from Bunny World Foundation (BWF) for about a year…read morenow. After losing our previous bunny unexpectedly, which totally wrecked us, we found immense comfort and support through this incredible community of rabbit lovers. Lejla, Jane, and the long-time volunteers are exceptionally knowledgeable about bunny care and wellness, and they truly care about every single animal. Bunnies are not "easy" pets, so having a whole community to lean on and ask questions around the clock makes the world of difference. Because of BWF, I've become a much better caretaker in providing a suitable environment, proper diet, and grooming. Fostering Popcorn and Zoe has been such a joy. It's unfortunate that people tend to overlook REWs (Ruby-Eyed Whites) because of their eyes, but Zoe is brilliant! She's a smart girl who has recently started zooming and binkying the second she hears the fridge open up until you set that nice plate of greens down. While she prefers her enclosure, if you step into her space, she'll happily demand pets and treats. Popcorn is a curious guy who explores the house every day as if it's his first time seeing it yet we can completely trust him not to chew on anything! He earned his name from the hilarious midair body shakes during his binkies, witnessing one will absolutely make your day. He is notorious for his afternoon nap flops as well. Zoe is definitely the dominant one, which means Popcorn grooms her every single day. We can always tell when Zoe tries to return the favor because she's... not great at it. Popcorn ends up looking like he just rolled out of bed! Both of them are incredibly well-behaved, used to being groomed, and will happily sit in your lap for hours during a grooming session. Hopefully Popcorn and Zoe can find their perfect forever home where they will have more space to binky and explore! If you are looking to adopt, foster, or support a rescue that truly knows and cares for rabbits, Bunny World Foundation is an amazing option.

I adopted my bunny, Floyd, back in 2020 from a rescue somewhere within driving distance of me. I'd…read morealways wanted one and he ended up being the sweetest boy I can imagine. I truly don't think I've encountered a creature sweeter than him. It was always my intention to adopt a companion for him but I couldn't figure out the best way to go about bonding. Life happened and somehow 5 years went by where I didn't have the time or confidence to go through the bonding process myself or the finances to outsource it. Honestly... I felt guilty constantly. I knew he deserved better. Rabbits form bonds with each other that are so beyond what humans could ever imagine feeling for one another, and I wanted this for him desperately. Fast forward, May of this year came and I was done waiting. After some time spent scouring the internet, BWF came up. I emailed them, along with a few other adoption agencies, and the next day I got such a kind email back from the founder Lejla. She vocalized that she could see how much my little guy meant to me, and was so kind. We set up a phone call where I got a feel for how knowledgeable and caring she and the rest of the organization is. When she told me that they actually offer complementary bonding services, I was sold. Lejla claims to be a bunny match maker. I love the idea of that so I had no problem just buying into it, but logically I know it sounds a bit silly (and cute) saying to other people. But listen. I described Floyd's personality to her over email, and immediately she sends a picture of this adorable white nosed cinamon girl. She says something like "this is his future wife... don't ask. I'm a bunny match maker". We set up an appointment, the girl bun she sent me a picture of was brought along with some other potential partners, but in my mind I was like "hey, we might as well just try them out first." They got along immediately. If you know bunnies... you know this is NOT always the case. I think she might actually be a bunny matchmaker haha. Floyd and his cinnamon girlfriend (I named her Bambi) had their first date on a beautiful sunset evening backdrop, and afterwards they were whisked away for their honeymoon. I'm coining the phrase bunnymoon. I got them back a week later, and I can't even express the happiness this whole experience has brought me. Floyd is in LOVE. Bambi is in love. I'm in love with both of them. I get to watch how happy Bambi is here in her home, she zooms around like a puppy. I get to wake up and see them cuddling or grooming each other. Every time I look at either or both of them my heart swells. There's so many benefits from adopting from BWF, this is way longer than I meant for it to be, but seriously. This organization is so good and so caring. Bunnies are really misunderstood here in U.S. and they're spreading such important information on how they really need to be treated. They give you so many great detailed resources on veterinary care, what types of food to give, which brands are best, the list goes on. They haven't failed me a single time yet. They've only brought happiness for me, and more importantly, Floyd and Bambi. I'm really grateful for BWF.

Such a great store with high quality products (beds, toys, treats, training items, clothes, etc)…read morefor cats and dogs. Also, this is the sister shop for Maeday Rescue, which is a fantastic rescue organization that saves shelter animals and gives them a new lease on an amazing life.

Among a little cluster of shops (several of which I believe started on Sunset Junction...) lies…read moreMaeDay Outpost. This quirky-cute pet supply shop is filled to the brim with food, toys, treats and walking gear for your best friend. When I first stepped in, I thought it was going to be very dog-centric, as these places tend to be. But I was surprised at just how many cool cat toys, catnip treats and other kitty-oriented stuff was here. I wandered the store checking out the merchandise. I was happy to see a lot of pet stuff came from local producers and small businesses. In fact, the woman behind the counter told me that one of her catnip products came from a woman-owned business called "ciao gatto" in Washington, DC. Check them out! I ended up with a few treats for my feline as well as a nice card. Unusual enough for Los Angeles, there is a free parking lane right in front of these stores. You can actually park in front of the one you're going to! I know to outsiders, this may seem trivial, but it's a huge deal in Los Angeles.

Horrible management, will do anything to keep youth in their programs for the money…read more I was in the group home (aka placement) years ago, there was drug activity, prostitution recruitment, constant awol-ing, and fighting. Right in front of the staff. Nobody did anything about it. Nobody was kicked out. Moved. Nothing. Eventually I guess the group home shit down due to a death that occurred and they are now "merged" aka going bankrupt, with Haynes. Beware of any business with this program for the wellbeing of your child, foster child, client, etc.

The David and Margaret home Orphanage was my home back in the early and mid 1960s I am a former…read moreresident I got out in 1966 40 years later I would return with 300 + Motorcycle Bikers Riders to raise money and gifts for the kids there today. I was the first orphan out of the 100 Year history to do this for D&M Home My event was called "Eagle Eyes Ride for the David and Margaret Home" I made History for the home and the Ride ended up at the United Methodist Church of La Verne for Live music - raffle - food 50/50 and vendors I'm 65 years old now and David and Margaret will always be my HOME!! One good thing about the home they took us to see the Beatles in 1964 and in 1965 they took us to the MGM Grand Studios to see the king himself Elvis Presley where he gave a child a stuffed animal personally I got a black cat with diamond shaped green eyes.... My name is Eagle Eye Myotte

Luxe Paws is the best! I've been volunteering with them for over 5 years and I have found them to…read moreexacting but kind in their mission. Fun and thoughtful during their charity events. But mostly-- they want to make a difference in the cat community here in LA. And they are doing it with a TNR focused mission. Also, they have the cutest kittens and cats for adoption!

What a fantastic group of people! Thank for these people who care for the strays and babies on the…read morestreet no one seems to notice - big hearts trying to reduce the overpopulation. THANK YOU. I got my kitten from them, she was taken out of an alley and found alone! The best way to adopt from them is to go to their events- I went to Muddy Paws in silver lake a pet friendly coffee shop. They are on Instagram, Facebook, etc. under luxepaws.

My partner and I were here for about a month and half. The staff was great from the volunteers to…read morethe therapists. We were set up in an apartment complex and it was walking distance from the Children's Hospital. The kitchen has all the utensils for cooking needed (shared). This place was a blessing in a time of darkness. Definitely made me donate to the Ronal McDonald's House charity from this experience.

"this Is the house where families meet to continue their lives to eat and sleep, to find their…read morestrengths, and dry their tears, to look forward with hope to better years, this is the house that becomes their home. This is the home that love built!

Went smoothly and quick thank you!!! The guy in there was super helpful by helping me take out bags…read moreof clothes :)

The entire process is racist and people are prioritized if wealthy. Black clients do physical labor…read morewhile white clients work desk and easy jobs. Staff can be quite problematic as well. Q van driver played a song from a Nazi band title "I'm white and I'm proud" when we were being taken to outside meetings. Worst shelter I've ever been in.