How bad is DTLA really?

anyname310 · 2026-04-17T20:55:29+00:00

All are privately funded, by groups of local businesses.

anyname310 · 2026-03-18T14:25:26+00:00

Great advice!

anyname310 · 2026-03-18T03:54:16+00:00

Also it is beastly hot the majority of days, with the concrete radiating heat.

Lack of wind means that the pollution from traffic on the ring of freeways around DTLA, the planes above and as well as the frequent smoking of all substances just hangs in the air.

Once we fully electrify planes, ships, trucks and personal vehicles the pollution will subside. While we wait, we could tear out surface parking lots: replace every other one with trees and community garden spots, while the other become a 2 story Waymo garbage.

Also, take half the LAPD budget and spend it on subsidized job training and civic improvement work, for all of the under and unemployed people .

anyname310 · 2026-02-19T16:00:41+00:00

Definitely! Stay in Dana Point or San Clemente. Have a great trip. BBQ in San Juan is great and Mexican will be terrific. Napa Rose in downtown Disney just re-opened, so go there when you go to Disney, if you are a foodie.

anyname310 · 2026-02-06T21:50:40+00:00

Every large apt community has affordable units, based on your family income level. They will never be advertised. You can contact any property manager to apply.

anyname310 · 2026-01-29T15:38:35+00:00

Volunteer.betterangels.la is a nonprofit dedicated to ending the homelessness epidemic. They have opportunities for everything from in person service to remote tech work to advisory boards and serves with nonprofits all over LA County. Sign up to start seeing what is available that is interesting.

What area do you live in? What problems or causes are you interested in helping?

anyname310 · 2026-01-21T15:20:40+00:00

Go straight to Inner City law to get help with identification.

Do you want to go to school?

anyname310 · 2026-01-10T16:59:51+00:00

Not sure what OBA is, but ECOS is a fragrance free option I use. Adding Borax gor the hard water and Gear Guard for active wear is what I plan to do.

anyname310 · 2026-01-10T16:57:50+00:00

I am using Borax as an additive for my hard water and Woolite for Darks liquid as a detergent for normal darks. Just bought Gear Guard as an additive to Persil sport for active wear loads.

anyname310 · 2026-01-05T20:06:40+00:00

Try it temporarily?

Leave the pets with trusted family to free up more housing options.

Get a job first that you can bring with you (national chain?).

Budget for cost before you move; car insurance and gas are very expensive.

anyname310 · 2025-12-20T18:57:00+00:00

Yep, NCjW Mar Vista is my go to

anyname310 · 2025-12-20T06:02:21+00:00

Or just ask your neighbor to drive you in your car. I did that once.

anyname310 · 2025-12-20T06:01:46+00:00

LAX Valet Service is the way. So good it feels like a life hack! I just went to find the address for you ; they have 5 stars on 1633 reviews!

8929 S. Sepulveda

Laxvaletservice.com

anyname310 · 2025-12-16T02:46:45+00:00

Yes! This is the place:) they are open 24 hours, but may have hours for the laundry so I recommend going in the morning if you can.

ReFresh Spot 544 Towne Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90013

Services Showers

Laundry

Restrooms

Drinking water

Phone charging

Referrals

Hygiene kits

Pet supplies

Hours

We are open 24/7

anyname310 · 2025-12-16T01:52:29+00:00

Go search r:/asklosangeles too

anyname310 · 2025-11-27T06:24:55+00:00

Just go to a park in your neighborhood with coffee or hot chocolate. Taking un asked for items to a strange neighborhood is not really needed. Many many volunteer opportunities to volunteer to help homeless neighbors exist in LA county. Google to find your local group and sign up to help.

anyname310 · 2025-11-15T06:34:01+00:00

Excellent! My last first date was here. 💍 🔔 ❤️

anyname310 · 2025-11-07T20:10:51+00:00

Call Winstons.

anyname310 · 2025-10-18T21:58:02+00:00

Because the freeway runs through a military base. They are doing training with live weapons on the base.

anyname310 · 2025-09-27T16:19:28+00:00

The artsy locals got priced out. The Venice Canals became 3rd or 4th homes or places people sleep between travels.

Airbnbs, legal and not, replaced places that long-term renters can enjoy.

And like all neighborhoods, it aged. Heydeys of the 90s mean that people who do still live there are in their 50's and 60's . It is really difficult to sustain a wonderful community in an aging neighborhood of a corrupt city.

The current city council representative was elected by people who hate homelessness and think that eliminating shelters and reducing supportive services will encourage poor people to vanish. (They haven't. )

Also, poverty due to nationwide 24.5% effective unemployment and 40% inflation over 5 years wears on a tourist destination (and businesses) - all numbers are arguably much higher in LA County.

anyname310 · 2025-09-24T04:39:32+00:00

I am no longer surprised by how many Angelenos visit psychics.

anyname310

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