Health
Students are encouraged to maintain private insurance during their time at LAAFA. If enrolled students do not have insurance through a parent, spouse or employment, the American College Student Association offers college students a voluntary Injury and Sickness plan at a reasonable cost. For further information, please contact them directly by phone at (888) 526-2272 or visit www.acsa.com. LAAFA does not assume financial responsibility for outside health treatment facilities, physical or mental.
Immunizations
The Health Center recommends immunizations for all students. The California Department of Public Health recommends immunization for Mumps and Varicella (Chickenpox), Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Meningitis. It is also suggested that students receive a seasonal flu shot.
Students with Disabilities
LAAFA is committed to ensuring that all students are given every opportunity to succeed. Any student with diagnosed disabilities is encouraged to identify themselves to the Administration Office. Our school facility is in compliance with the Disabilities Act of 1990.
Health Resources
If you are in need of health services and do not have health insurance, please review the list of local clinics available in the San Fernando Valley. Most clinics have free or sliding scale health programs to help students.
Arleta
El Proyecto del Barrio Family Health Care Clinic
8902 Woodman Avenue
Arleta, CA 91331
(818) 830-7090, Extension #: 219
North Hills
Mission City Community Network, Inc.
15206 Parthenia Street
North Hills, CA 91343
(818) 895-3100, Extension #: 601
North Hollywood
Valley Community Clinic
6801 Coldwater Canyon Avenue
North Hollywood, CA 91605
Clinic: (818) 763-8836
Admin: (818) 763-1718
Tarzana
Tarzana Treatment Center, Inc.
18646 Oxnard Street
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 996-7019
Languages: Armenian, English, Russian, Spanish
24-Hour Pharmacy
15232 Sherman Way
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 374-3480
Counseling Services
In an effort to assist our students with the challenges that might arise while in school, LAAFA provides academic and financial advising services to students free of charge. LAAFA utilizes the services of a highly qualified off-site mental health specialist. All counseling is confidential and can help students deal with adjusting to college, addressing artistic and academic challenges, personal issues, and the special needs of re-entry and international students. In case of an emergency, please utilize these hotlines:
Suicide Prevention Center
310-391-1253
Help Now Hotline – Referral for mental health
213-381-5111
Los Angeles County Alcohol/Drug Program Helpline
213-624-3784
California Department of Health Services
916-445-0174
