Wellness Resources
School Physician-related health services are available District-wide on a limited basis upon request. Below is a general list of services facilitated by LAUSD school physicians located in each Local District area.
Medical Exams and Appraisal for:
• Students with special health needs in special education instruction.
• Pre-participation sports clearance for interscholastic sports and Special Olympics.
• Infants and toddlers with special needs who may be eligible for early intervention services.
• Children who need a school entry exam and do not have access to a regular medical provider.
Related Services:
• Confer with school personnel, students' physicians, and parents regarding classroom placement and/or management of various health problems.
• Diastat Training
• OT/PT Related Services
• Issue medical permits/exclusions/exemptions/sports participation waivers when necessary.
• Provide and/or arrange emergency care of students ill or injured at school.
• Provide medical consultation to local district personnel, special education staff, and nurse in the assigned districts.
• Provide clinical supervision to nurse practitioners and medical assistants.
Requests for Services:
Requests for services are usually initiated, and/or coordinated through the onsite school nurse, appropriate designated school personnel, and/or District Nursing. Generally, requests are screened, assessed, and approved by the Local District attending school physician.
Appointment Line: (213) 202-7590
Garfield High School
501 Woods Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Phone: (323) 262-0721
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Dental Hours:
Monday: 7:00 – 5:00pm
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Meditation and Mindfulness.
STUDENT SOCIAL EMOTIONAL -EMOTIONAL HEALTH RESOURCES
If you have any concerns regarding your social- emotional health, please contact any staff, teacher, counselor or administrator with any questions. In addition, please refer to the following links below.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Didi Hirsch) 24/7: 1.800.273.TALK (8255)
Veterans: press 1 or text 838255
Para español, oprima el numero 2
Disaster Distress Helpline: 800-985-5990
Crisis Text Line (24/7): Text LA to 741741
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Access Line: 1.800.854.7771
Los Angeles County Community Resources Information Line: 2-1-1 - for additional resources and information about basic assistance, including CalFRESH and CalWORKS or may access additional information on the DPSS Website.
County of Los Angeles Resources:
The Department of Public Health has created guidance for shelters.
LAHSA has launched an informational site, which includes the most recent information.
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: COVID-19 information page with additional mental health and wellbeing resources, including tips and guidance for healthcare workers.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health: Coronavirus webpage
Los Angeles County: COVID-19 site
Student Health and Human Services website - regularly updated with specific resources and information
