Consumer Health Resource Center

Welcome to the Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Online Consumer Health Resource Center! This collection of resources provides vetted resources to help you in your health care decisions.

Important Numbers

If this is an emergency, dial 9-1-1 immediately!
  • Suicide and Crisis Hotline: 988
  • American Association of Poison Control Centers: (800) 222-1222 
  • Monterey Park Fire Department: (626) 307-1271
  • Monterey Park Police Department: (626) 307-1215
  • Los Angeles County Public Health Department: Dial 2-1-1
  • SoCal Gas Company: (800) 427-2200

Resources for Victims and Community Members Regarding the Lunar New Year Tragedy on January 21, 2023


AAPI Equity- If you or someone you know is in need of support, please share this guide, which contains immediate resources for victims, mental health resources, legal resources, resources for victims of domestic violence and anti-AAPI hate, and other resources. For additional resources, view the document here.

Resources for Families

National Child Traumatic Stress Network-Mass Violence Resources:

Mental Health Videos

Looking for information and advice on how to manage mental health during a crisis? Join Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library and Chinatown Service Center in a dialogue on assisting youth and coping with Anxiety and Depression:

Assisting Youth During a Crisis

Mental Health Information Session on Anxiety and Depression

Mental Health Resources

Vetted resources to provide accurate information in regards to mental health diagnosis, treatment, and support.

COVID-19 Resources

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-Stress and Coping-The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger. 

Los Angeles County Department of Health-Coronavirus/COVID-19 Mental Health Information-LACDMH has published its “Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks” flyer, which is available in the following languages: Arabic / Armenian / Chinese (Simplified) / Chinese (Traditional) / English / Farsi / Japanese / Khmer / Korean / Russian / Spanish / Tagalog / Vietnamese 

Addressing Teen Mental Health Challenges: A Toolkit for Parents and Guardians of Teens -The Department of Public Health recognizes that parenting has its share of challenges, and we are so glad that you found your way to this information. You may be a parent, grandparent, foster parent, neighbor, or mentor. No matter your title, you are an important role model in your teen’s life, and supporting their mental health is vital to their wellbeing. We are pleased to share information and resources with you that support your teen as they learn, grow, and overcome challenges.

If you are a parent or guardian accessing this toolkit because your teen is currently, or close to, experiencing a crisis involving physical or verbal outbursts, or even thoughts of hurting themselves, please skip to the section titled What to Do in a Crisis.

NAMI-COVID-19 Resource Guide

Pacific Clinics-Asian Family Center-Pacific Clinics delivers high-quality behavioral health and social services to advance health equity and well-being for children, adults and families. Our 2,100-member team is dedicated to offering hope and unlocking the full potential of Californians of all ages through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, research-based services.

Local Resources

Chinatown Service Center-Behavioral Health-CSC Community Health Center is a federally qualified Health Center providing Comprehensive Healthcare, Dental and Behavioral Health Services.

Garfield Health Center-Garfield Health Center offers a comprehensive set of behavioral and mental health services to help patients navigate their lives and flourish in their communities.

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health-The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH), the largest county mental health department in the country, directly operates more than 80 programs and contracts with more than 700 providers, including non-governmental agencies and individual practitioners who provide a spectrum of mental health services to people of all ages to support hope, wellness and recovery. 

Pacific Clinics-Asian Pacific Family Center-Pacific Clinics enhances lives through specialized programs and supportive services for recovery and wellness.

Mental Health Presentations and Webinars

Mental Health Minute from NIMH:

Signs of Anxiety and Depression -Yushan Zhung from Chinatown Service Center’s Behavioral Health Department discusses the signs of Anxiety and Depression and when to seek out treatment. 

National Resources

American Psychiatric Association-The American Psychiatric Association is an organization of psychiatrists working together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental illness, including substance use disorders. It is the voice and conscience of modern psychiatry. Its vision is a society that has available, accessible quality psychiatric diagnosis and treatment. 

Homeless Veteran’s Resources-Our Veterans return from service with wounds we cannot always see. VA is committed to providing our Veterans with the mental health services they deserve. Too often, the emotional scars of service can contribute to Veteran homelessness or place Veterans at risk of homelessness. VA offers many mental health services for Veterans to help them get back on their feet. 

Mental Disorders--MedlinePlus

Mental Health America-Mental Health America (MHA) is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting the overall mental health of all Americans.  

MentalHealth.gov-MentalHealth.gov provides one-stop access to U.S. government mental health and mental health problems information. 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)-NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. 

National Center for PTSD-World’s leading research and educational center for excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress. Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1).

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)-The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. NIMH is one of the 27 Institutes and Centers that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the largest biomedical research agency in the world. NIH is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). 

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)-The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities. 

Parent/Caregiver Resources

Child Mind Institute-7 Myths About Child Mental Health-Debunking myths about child mental health is critical to getting more children the help and understanding they deserve. 

National Institute on Mental Health-Child and Adolescent Mental Health-Mental health is an important part of overall health for children as well as adults. For many adults who have mental disorders, symptoms were present—but often not recognized or addressed—in childhood and adolescence. For a young person with symptoms of a mental disorder, the earlier treatment is started, the more effective it can be. Early treatment can help prevent more severe, lasting problems as a child grows up. 

World Health Organization-Adolescent Mental Health-Adolescence (1019 years) is a unique and formative time. Multiple physical, emotional and social changes, including exposure to poverty, abuse, or violence, can make adolescents vulnerable to mental health problems.

Teen Mental Health

Mental Health Resources for Adolescents and Young Adults-The Mental Health Resources for Adolescents and Young Adults are online resources aimed specifically at adolescents and young adults.  

The Trevor Project-The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.

Teen Line-Teen Line is a confidential hotline for teenagers which operates every evening from 6:00pm to 10:00pm PST. If you have a problem or just want to talk with another teen who understands, then this is the right place for you! You can call us at 800-TLC-TEEN (852-8336), text us by texting “TEEN” to 839863 or email us here. Teen Line also offers message boards, resources and information. 

TeenMentalHealth.org

Teen Mental Health-Medline Plus

Teen Mental Health-NAMI

Children's Mental Health

American Psychological Association-Children’s Mental Health-Mental health has a complex interactive relationship with children’s physical health and their ability to succeed in school, at work and in society.

CDC-Children’s Mental Health-Mental health in childhood means reaching developmental and emotional milestones, and learning healthy social skills and how to cope when there are problems.Mental health in childhood means reaching developmental and emotional milestones, and learning healthy social skills and how to cope when there are problems.

MayoClinic-Mental Illness in Children-Children can develop the same mental health conditions as adults, but their symptoms may be different. Know what to watch for and how you can help.

MedlinePlus-Child Mental Health-It’s important to recognize and treat mental illnesses in children early on. Once mental illness develops, it becomes a regular part of your child’s behavior.  

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Library Resources

Get Fit While You Sit is a series of exercise routines that will help you maintain flexibility, improve posture, and exercise your brain without breaking a sweat. This program is highly recommended for seniors (62 years & up) or for anyone experiencing mobility issues.

GetSetUP is a social learning platform for individuals 50+, taught by peers. The classes are live and consist of digital learning, physical health, mental health, social health, and vocational health. Patrons will receive a pass or code to be able to access all the classes they would like to participate in for a month at a time.

Local Resources

California Master Plan on Aging recognizes that California’s over-65 population is projected to grow to 8.6 million by 2030, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order calling for the creation of a Master Plan for Aging to be developed by October 1, 2020. The Master Plan will serve as a blueprint that can be used by state government, local communities, private organizations and philanthropy to build environments that promote an age friendly California.

Senior Care--Garfield Medical Center has a long history of excellent patient care. For over 80 years Garfield has provided patients with high-quality, reliable care. A full-service, acute-care facility, we pride ourselves on making our culturally-diverse patients feel at ease.

Langley Senior Center offers an array of Senior Services. Most activities are based out of the Langley Center, located at 400 West Emerson Avenue, Monterey Park CA 91754. Langley Center is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with the exception of program activities and classes as designated.

Langley Center provides a variety of opportunities for seniors to participate in learning classes for personal growth and development. Special recreation events and informational programs are scheduled throughout the year. Activities at the Langley Center include: daily lunch program, fitness programs, free health screenings and case management services.

Los Angeles County Department of Aging partners with key stakeholders in the County, including community-based organizations, governmental agencies, and private entities.

Materials in Chinese

Age Page

Health Information Translations-Chinese (Traditional)

Health Information Translations-Chinese (Simplified)

MedlinePlus-Health Information in Mandarin/Simplified

State Resources:

California Department on Aging (CDA) administers programs that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout the State. These services are provided locally by the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), Medi-Cal Community Based Adult Services (CBAS) centers, or other contracted agencies.

The Friendship Line CA  has been a vital lifeline for people aged 60 years and older and adults living with disabilities to connect with a caring, compassionate voice ready to listen and provide emotional support. 

Graying California. California is getting older. Seniors are the fastest growing age group in the state. We profile some of California's 6 million seniors to better understand how their experiences point the way ahead and shape the California dream.

National Resources

American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) mission is to empower people to choose how they live as they age.

Go 4 Life is the exercise and physical activity campaign from the National Institute on Aging at NIH. Find exercises to do, safety tips, and ways to be motivated!

National Council on Aging provides everything NCOA has to offer for professionals, older adults, caregivers, and advocates. 

Additional Aging Resources

Later Life Guide-Planetree Health Library 

Disclaimer: 

Information provided by the Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library and its employees has been gathered from a variety of consumer health resources. You may find materials that contains information that is different in opinion to your health care provider. This information should not be interpreted as medical or professional advice. All medical information should be reviewed with your health care professional for clarification about hos this information may or may not apply to you unique clinical situation or overall health.