Community and Field Services Division

Whittier Wellness Community (WWC) offers a place for community members to gather, find resources, or participate in wellness activities such as exercise, cooking classes, creative wellness, and so much more. Support includes mental health, substance use, and general health and wellness resources. All activities are FREE and open to the community.

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7643 S. Painter Ave Whittier, CA 90602 (562) 775-6104 WhittierWC@ph.lacounty.gov

In-Person Hours: Monday-Wednesday: 8am-4pm Thursday: 8am-7:30pm Friday: 8am-4pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

Whittier Wellness Community Little Free Library

We are excited to announce our new onsite Free Little Library open to the public! It is located right outside of the Whittier Health Center.  Please stop by to pick a book or leave a book as you please.

Support Services

Help Me Grow LA works with families and connects them to services that can support their child's development. A Family Partner Provider is available on-site to: Connect parents or caregivers of children with developmental delays or special health care needs to community support agencies Facilitate groups to connect and support parents and caregivers Provide support to parents and caregivers in navigating services To learn more about Help Me Grow, click on their website Resource Navigation helps connect individuals to community services and support. Meet with a resource navigator during their office hours: Every Tuesday from 9:00am - 2:00pm Every Thursday from 3:00pm - 7:00pm

In-Person Programs
Please call (562) 775-6104 to register for any class

Health and Wellness
	Exercise for a Healthier You This low-impact class is designed for all fitness levels, using gentle movement to improve mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Monday, August 3, 17, 31 and September 14, 28 from 3:00pm-4:00pm Every Thursday 3:30pm-4:30pm Click on Exercise for a Healthier You flyer for more information.
	The Whole Child: Nutrition Series Learn new healthy recipes to incorporate into your daily routine. Every Tuesdays from 9:00am - 10:00am no
	Better BBQ Summer Nutrition Series Join us for a fun summer nutrition series! We will teach you how to make nutritious BBQ dishes that will have your guests asking for more! Wednesday, September 9- Berry Popsicles from 1:30pm- 2:30pm Click on Better BBQ flyer for more information.
	Cook Once Eat Twice: Healthy Meals made easy Learn how to prepare one nutritious meal and transform it into a second quick healthy dish. Wednesday, August 19 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm
	Taste the Rainbow: ROYGBIV Edition Learn new healthy recipes to incorporate into your daily routine. August 27 from 2:30pm- 3:30pm Click on Taste The Rainbow flyer for more information.
	Pumpkin Power: Healthy Fall Foods Celebrate the flavors of fall while learning about the health benefits of seasonal ingredients. Join us for a fun and interactive tasting experience.   September 16 from 11:001m- 12:00pm Click on Pumpkin Power flyer for more information.
	Wellnest: Infant Massage Series This is a wonderful way to experience the way your baby communicates with you. With nurturing touch, you and your baby may feel more relaxed. Research shows that babies who are massaged: -May sleep deeper and longer -Spend more quiet time and alert for learning -Increase bonding and attachments with their parents -Improves elimination Tuesdays, September 8, 15, 22, 29 from 10:00am - 11:00am Click on Infant Massage flyer for more information.
Creative Wellness
	Weekly Knitting Classes Come and learn the basics of knitting and go home with a new scarf or beanie. Please bring your supplies. Every Tuesday from 1:00pm - 3:45pm No class September 8th & 15th Click on Knitting flyer for more information.
	Drop-In Creative Wellness Join us for Creative Wellness, a relaxing space to unwind, express yourself, and connect through hands-on creative activities. Each session offers a new art-based experience designed to support mindfulness, creativity, and well-being. August 26- Mindful Coloring from 9:00am- 12:00pm September 10- Scrapbook Cafe from 4:30pm- 6:30pm September 24- Paint and Sip from 4:30pm- 6:30pm September 30- Make & Take from 1:00pm- 3:00pm
	Crafty Fridays Drop-in and enjoy mental health themed arts & crafts designed to support relaxation & creativity. Friday's from 10:00am - 12:00pm August 28- Sun Catchers September 4- Air-Clay Magnets September 11- Bottle Cap Art September 18- Fuse Bead Photo Frame September 25- Pumpkin Socks Click on Crafty Fridays flyer for more information.
Family Friendly
	Movie Mondays Beat the summer heat and enjoy a family friendly movie! Popcorn will be provided! Monday's from 1:00pm - 3:00pm August 31- Brother Bear September 14- Honey, I Shrunk the Kids September 21- Inspector Gadget September 28- Despicable Me 2 Click on Movie Monday flyer for more information.
	Bingo Join us for a fun morning with a game of bingo and community connection September 21 from 11:00am - 12:00pm Wednesday, September 2 from 1:30-2:30pm- Substance Use in our Community Educational Bingo Click on Wildcard Bingo flyer for more information.
	Thursday Night Board Game Throw Down Join us and enjoy a variety of board games, card games, and group favorites while connecting with friends and meeting new ones. Thursday, August 27 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm Click on Thursday Night Board Game Throw Down flyer for more information.
	Help Me Grow: Parent & Family Cafe This is a safe space for parents to support one another while learning about resources for child development. Wednesday, September 9 from 9:00am - 10:00am Click on Help me Grow Parent Cafe flyer for more information.
	Karaoke Craze Offered in English and Spanish. Join us for a session of singing and fun! Make sure to bring your best voice. Wednesday, September 29 from 1:00pm- 3:30pm Thursday, September 30 from 10:00am - 12:00pm Click on Karaoke Craze flyer for more information.
	Café, Comadres, y Chisme Offered in English and Spanish. A welcoming workshop series where comadres gather over cafecito to connect, laugh, and build community while exploring youth trends, pop culture, and digital moments. Thursday, September 24 from 2:00pm- 3:00pm- Hispanic Heritage Month Edition Click on Café, Comadres, y Chisme flyer for more information.
Mental Health
	DMH: A Community of Hope The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health want to invite you to join them for A Community of Hope. This free public group is committed to promoting self-care and wellness within our communities. Through workshops, events, and peer-led discussions, we encourage practices that reduce stress. Every 4th Thursday of the month from 9:00am - 11:00am Click on A Community of Hope flyer for more information.
Educational Workshops
	Emergency Preparedness Series Are you ready when the shaking starts? Join us for an earthquake preparedness workshop designed to help you and your community feel informed, prepared, and confident before, during, and after an earthquake. Wednesday from 2:30pm- 3:30pm 9/2- Prepare: Learn practical steps to get your home, family, and emergency kit. 9/9- Survive: Know what to do during an earthquake to protect yourself and others. 9/16- Recover: Explore the steps to take after an earthquake and how to begin the recovery process. 9/22- Know your Risk & Resources: Understand local earthquake risks and discover resources available to help you prepare and respond.   Thursdays from 5:00pm- 6:30pm 9/3- Prepare & Survive: Learn practical steps to get your home, family, and emergency kit. Also, what to do during an earthquake to protect yourself and others. 9/1- Recover & Know your Risk: Explore the steps to take after an earthquake and how to begin the recovery process. Understand local earthquake risks and discover resources available to help you prepare and respond.