Community
David Powdrell and Stefanie Herrington at the Rods & Roses Festival in Carpinteria, California, on June 30, 2018.
Montecito Law Group actively supports community causes near and dear to our hearts, namely giving children of all socioeconomic backgrounds the opportunity to pursue their passions.
Please reach out if you would like to join these efforts.
Montecito Cares
Offering free estate planning services to single parents with limited financial resources.
Nominate or Apply for Montecito Cares Program.
Parents of minor children with less than $50,000 in liquid assets are eligible to apply for free estate planning services through our Montecito Cares Program. Our team will follow up with your inquiry and let you know if we can assist your family.
MLG in Action!
On July 18, 2025, our team proudly donated a couple of dozen backpacks to the Montecito Family YMCA. Each backpack helps equip local youth with the tools they need for a strong start to the school year. Together, we’re building a stronger community—one backpack at a time!
On November 4, 2025, our team donated to the Foodbank of SB County. This month, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have been suspended due to the government shutdown. This program provides monthly funds to families that help pay for groceries. Every $1 donated provides $5 worth of nutritious food, helping sustain our neighbors through the holiday season.
MLG’s Involvement
Santa Barbara County Behavioral Wellness Commission
The Santa Barbara County Behavioral Wellness Commission is an advisory board to the county’s department of Behavioral Wellness and the Santa Barbara Board of Supervisors regarding the county’s behavioral health services, including mental health, alcohol and drug treatment. First District Supervisor Das Williams appointed Stefanie to this role.
Climate Protection & Restoration Initiative
Climate Protection & Restoration Initiative was formed to restore energy balance and protect the climate system. It’s a nonprofit science-based advocacy organization led by scientists, legal scholars, and community leaders who share our mission to protect and restore a viable climate system.
Commission for Women
The Santa Barbara County Commission for Women promotes and supports the status of women in our county. Stefanie was appointed to the Commission by First District Supervisor Das Williams in 2021 and served as vice chair.
Girls Inc. of Carpinteria
Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Stefanie is past president of the board of trustees of Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, and served on the executive, facilities, and trustee development committees. For six years, she chaired the organization’s largest fundraising event.
Rotary Club of Carpinteria Sunset
Rotary is an international service organization credited with the largest humanitarian effort in the history of the world. Stefanie is a charter member, past president, and secretary of the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Sunset. She also served on the board of the club’s charitable foundation.
Community Resources
Alzheimer’s Association Central Coast
Nearly 700,000 Californians have Alzheimer’s disease and more than a million Californians provide care for a loved one. The local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association offers free education programs, support services, and care consultations.
For more information, call (805) 892-4259 to learn about services in Santa Barbara County and (805) 494-5200 for Ventura County services. The national hotline is available 24/7, (800) 272-3900.
Friendship Center Adult Day Services
Friendship Center’s campuses in Montecito and Goleta provide adult day services for seniors to socialize in a safe environment and provide a break for family caregivers. Brain fitness programs are available for individuals with mild memory loss. Friendship Center’s Family Services Manager can also provide individualized care consultations. Caregiver support groups are available with Alzheimer’s Association and Family Services Agency.
Veterans Affairs
Five percent of Santa Barbara County residents (more than 22,000 people) are veterans of U.S. Armed Forces, and more than half of veterans have reached retirement age. Thirty percent of Santa Barbara County veterans are 75 or older. Ventura County is home to twice as many veterans. See 2017 Report on the Santa Barbara County Veterans Assessment Project.
The Santa Barbara County Veterans Affairs office can be contacted at (805) 681-4500. They can provide support for veterans with disabilities, veterans benefits, medical care, education benefits. Access more Local Veterans Resources.
Social Security Office
You may access your social security benefits information online at MySSA. The Santa Barbara Social Secyurity Administation office is located at 122 W. Figueroa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Call (866) 695-6285.
Medi-Cal Office
Medi-Cal is California’s state and federally funded medicaid program and provides health care services to California’s children and adults with limited income.
Santa Barbara Medi-Cal office
234 Camino Del Remedio
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Phone: (805) 681-4401
Hours: Monday – Friday 8am-4pm
Santa Barbara Lawyer Referral Services
(805) 569-9400
Assessor – County of Santa Barbara
105 E Anapamu St
Room 204
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-568-2550
Recorder – County of Santa Barbara
1100 Anacapa St
Hall of Records
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-568-2250
Courthouse – County of Santa Barbara
1100 Anacapa Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101