SCE’s Eaton Fire compensation program offers fast relief, but the fine print can be overwhelming. This article breaks down who qualifies, key deadlines, and your options, so our community can make informed, supported decisions at their own pace.
In early January 2025, Altadena felt like its own little universe, eclectic and itself. The fire on January 7 and 8 changed everything, leaving us displaced and grieving. Months later, our spirit shows in rebuilding choices, and I keep asking if prefab can help some of us come home sooner.
This holiday season, our gifts can help neighbors rebuild. After the Eaton and Palisades Fires, many small, women-owned microbusinesses in Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre are still recovering. This guide highlights 20 survivor-owned local favorites to support with every purchase.
Music can help calm or energize us when stress pushes us outside our Window of Tolerance. By listening intentionally, singing, moving, or creating simple rhythms, we can rebalance our nervous system and support healing after overwhelming events.
The 2025 LA wildfires exposed how unprepared our city was for a disaster of this scale. The McChrystal Report shows what went wrong and how Los Angeles is working to rebuild, strengthen response systems, and make sure no community is left behind.
After the Eaton Fire, Altadena and Pasadena communities unite to restore holiday traditions. From Christmas Tree Lane to Upper Hastings Ranch, volunteers bring light, hope, and a sense of home back to fire survivors through ornament drives and community celebrations.
On October 26, Lotus Rising LA's Amanda Walgrove joined Councilmember Dorothy “Dot” Wong and the Altadena Cycling Club for Sun & Spokes, a 10-mile community bike ride supporting wildfire recovery. Riders explored Altadena’s landmarks, shared stories of resilience, and celebrated hope together.
After the Eaton fires, Altadena’s Black community faces loss and uncertainty. “Altadena Strong” shares honest stories of older residents fighting to rebuild their lives, their homes, and their history, asking what it truly means to stay, to rebuild, and to hold on to home.
When disaster strikes, every second counts. From wildfire alerts to earthquake warnings, technology can help us act quickly, stay connected, and keep our communities safe. Learn which apps and tools can prepare you for emergencies and how to use them wisely.
After the Eaton Fire left Mount Wilson’s trail in ruins, the 5K Recovery Run rallied 600+ runners in Sierra Madre. Funds raised will support volunteers restoring the historic path and preserving the 117-year-old trail race tradition.
Nine months after the LA wildfires, families are exploring prefab housing as a faster, affordable path to rebuilding. UCLA’s cityLAB and Lotus Rising LA are helping residents navigate options, resources, and recovery through events and upcoming showcases.
Nine months after the Eaton Fire, recovery is still ongoing for many families. This blog highlights how community love through aid, concerts, wellness events, and even local businesses continues to bring hope, dignity, and connection.
The January 2025 fires pushed thousands of renters into a housing crisis that was already hard to bear. This article looks at rent gouging, tenant rights, relief efforts, and the local groups stepping in so renters have clear options and real support as they work on rebuilding their lives.
Wildfires don’t just burn homes; they reveal inequities. Latino communities in LA face barriers to preparedness and recovery, from language gaps to lack of insurance and systemic neglect. This blog explores why and offers solutions for resilience and equity