Community Center

What we do

Our model. Our goal. Our center.

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Through thoughtfully curated events and immersive arts programming, we seek to foster a sense of belonging and empowerment.
What truly sets us apart is our commitment to artist development from a peer-to-peer standpoint, recognizing the strength and uniqueness that each individual brings to the creative table.
Join us in this collaborative journey, where art becomes a medium for both personal expression and community-driven healing.
Together, let’s redefine the intersection of mental health and artistry.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Opening Soon!

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Address

3350 W. 1st St.,
Los Angeles 90004.

(213) 289-3578

by appointment only

Monday

11am – 4pm

Wednesday

11am – 4pm

Thursday

12pm – 5pm

Hours

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WHAT WE OFFER

Access free workshops, materials, and resources for mental health, art, social work, and occupational therapy. Peer-run support groups provide a safe space for people to connect and share their lived experiences.

Support Painted Brain’s community center and programming by making a direct donation to provide peer-to-peer support to both local and global communities.

Occupational Therapy:

 

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Occupational Therapy is a holistic health profession that supports a person’s ability to functionally engage in meaningful and health-promoting daily activities and routines.

At Painted Brain, our occupational therapists and occupational therapy interns provide support to community members as needed to help them engage in the different activities and spaces throughout the Community Center.

Individuals can also receive OT services on a drop-in basis for support related to daily routines (e.g., self-care, sleep, eating, school, work, etc.), life skills, self-regulation, sensory needs, and social skills.

 Request an OT intake form

A staff member will complete the OT intake form with you at the Community Center to thoroughly assess your OT needs. 

 

SOCIAL WORK SERVICES

 

Every day from 12 pm to 1 pm, we conduct a program called Release, Relax, Receive, which includes our community meeting

Anyone joining Painted Brain’s Community Center for art or community events can network onsite with a Social Work Intern.

Social Work Interns may connect with individuals during Community Center groups for general information but can also provide more individualized support upon request.

Individualized support from a Social Work Intern may include case management, supportive counseling sessions, and/or support with resource navigation.

To request support from a Social Work Intern, you can request individualized services from the social worker intern directly or email Ari.Aho@paintedbrain.org with more information about your needs. Painted Brain staff will reach out to you directly to schedule an appointment regarding the request.

Please note that Painted Brain provides recovery resources but is not a crisis resource.

If you need immediate support from a social worker or are a danger to yourself or others, please contact 988 or 911 for more immediate support.

MEET OUR STAFF

At the Painted Brain

Community Center

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Help Keep Our Community Thriving!

 

At Painted Brain, we believe that art has the power to transform lives, inspire change, and bring communities together. Our mission is to create and sustain a vibrant arts community through diverse projects, exhibitions, arts programming, and essential resources for artists. To continue this vital work, we rely on the generosity of donors like you.

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