Mental Health Latio in San Berdino California - EL CENTRO DE AMISTAD

Mission Statement

El Centro de Amistad, Inc., is a multilingual, cross cultural organization providing a comprehensive range of services, anticipating the ever-changing needs of families and individuals in the San Fernando Valley.  El Centro de Amistad, Inc. is committed to assisting children, adults and families.

Why is El Centro de Amistad Needed?

Since its incorporation in 1977, El Centro de Amistad, Inc. (ECDA) has provided comprehensive and culturally competent services for "at risk" youth, adults and their families.  ECDA has provided mental health services, case management, medication, recreational, and educational support to over 100,000 individuals.

ECDA is concerned about the lack of mental health and social services to the low-income residents of the San Fernando Valley. It administers a comprehensive range of services, including individual, family and group therapy, case management, medication support, computer literacy and technology education.

ECDA's programs and services are particularly suited to the Latino population of the greater San Fernando Valley.  The main goals for the children's programs are to reduce risk factors that lead to violence, school failure, gang affiliation, and child abuse.  With regards to the adult programs, the main goals are to assist with avoiding further deterioration and enhancing self-sufficiency, and to resolve issues that interfere with employment.  Services are provided for adults (ages 25-59) and for children (ages 0-17).  All services are available in English and Spanish by culturally competent staff.