El Rescate

El Rescate is a prominent non-profit organization based in Los Angeles, California, that provides essential legal, social, and healthcare services primarily to Central American refugees and Latino immigrants. Founded in 1981, the organization operates the Clínica Monseñor Oscar A. Romero, which offers free or low-cost medical and dental care to underserved populations. In addition to direct healthcare, El Rescate provides legal representation for asylum and immigration cases, transitional housing through its El Refugio program, and various community empowerment initiatives. The organization is a key player in the Southern California healthcare and social safety net, focusing on the intersection of human rights and public health.