Upcoming Events for the Week of September 30th

September 30, 2024 Genesis Garcia-Henriquez

Here is a roundup of this week’s conferences, webinars, and trainings for home visitors and others who work with pregnant people and families with little ones. Also included: events around L.A. County that you can share with the families you serve. Want to look further into the future? See the comprehensive lists we update weekly for:

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September is:

Ongoing Opportunities

Pregnancy Research Project
The PRO-Health research team at California State University, Long Beach, is studying the experiences of parents and their babies during pregnancy and after birth. They are recruiting participants who are pregnant and at least 18 years old. Gift cards provided. See their flyer (English/Spanish) here. To sign up or learn more contact 562-285-7074 or prohealth@csulb.edu or visit bit.ly/Interest-RFBH.

The L.A. County Arts Internship Program Is Back!
Over 200 paid internships for college students available at more than 160 arts organizations across L.A. County. Both full-time and part-time opportunities. Learn more and apply at www.LACountyArts.org/internships.

Recruiting Participants to Be Interviewed for a Dissertation Study
A UCLA doctoral student is looking to interview Black parents/guardians of children 0-5 with a developmental delay, to participate in a dissertation study. The purpose is to learn about the decision-making process of seeking formal developmental screenings and early intervention services for their child. Participants will receive $100 in compensation.

Housing and Utility Assistance for Ukrainians
Open Until September 30, 2024
Are you a newcomer in Los Angeles County from Ukraine under the Uniting for Ukraine Program, a Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolee, or Non-Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolee? Housing and Utility Assistance may be available for you. Ukrainian refugees may apply for the Refugee Employment Program (REP) by phone at (818) 956-0500 ext. 100 or (213) 318-5716.

Parent Ambassador Leaders (PALS) Department of Public Health – School COVID-19 Prevention Program(Spanish)
Parents and Guardians of students at TK – 12 Los Angeles County Schools can apply to join the Parent Ambassador Leaders Program to learn about student health and school success.
Presented by Department of Public Health

Emergency Rent Assistance Available for CalWORKs Families
CalWORKs customers, who are behind on rent, may visit their local DPSS office to request Emergency Assistance to Prevent Eviction (EAPE). Download the EAPE fact sheet to learn more. Submit an application to your CalWORKs Eligibility Worker.

Let the City of L.A. Know About Your Child Care Needs
Take this quick survey to help the City of L.A. learn about your family’s needs and how they can better support you.
Presented by Child Care Policy Unit – Los Angeles Community Investment for Families Department

Apply to Be a Bus Driver With LA Unified School District (LAUSD)
Applicants must have a HS diploma/GED, 6+ months of paid experience driving a bus/truck, or completed an LAUSD bus driver course, a valid CA Driver’s license Class A or B with passenger and air brake endorsement. Visit LAUSDJobs.org for additional information.

Get Child Care Financial Assistance
The Child Care Resource Center helps families find and apply for child care assistance. Apply here (or here in Spanish). Learn more at CCRCCA.org or call 1-866-67-4KIDS. See CCRC’s flyer for parents in English and Spanish.

CSU Dominguez Hills Study: Seeking Participants Who are Expecting Their First Child
Are you currently pregnant for the first time? You are invited to participate in a new research study at CSU Dominguez Hills focused on daily emotions and experience during pregnancy. You can earn up to $150 for participation in this study. For more information, contact perch@csudh.edu or call (323) 379-9118.
Study conducted by the CSU Dominguez Hills Department of Psychology

MotherToBaby Study: Seeking Participants
MotherToBaby is currently enrolling pregnant women in an observational study to explore how asthma and its treatment affect pregnancy. All studies are conducted through phone interviews — no changes to your normal routine or travel required.
Study conducted by MotherToBaby

CalKIDS Program Gives Money to Families to Save for College
Low-income families with public school students in grades 1-12 can now open college savings accounts, and California will contribute seed investments of up to $1,500 for each child. All California families with newborns (born on or after July 1, 2022) can also open these accounts and receive up to $100 from the state. Read more about eligibility, and see this FAQ page. To see these pages in another language click “Language” on the right side.

Golden Bear Pass
CalWORKs families can receive a complimentary Golden Bear Pass, which grants free entry at 200+ state parks and beaches. Learn more and apply here (or in Spanish here). Questions? Contact the California Dept. of Social Services at (916) 651-0515 or calworksoutreach@dss.ca.gov.

Opportunity LA Offers Free Savings Accounts for Children
The City and County of Los Angeles, along with LAUSD, are working together to provide all LAUSD first-graders with a FREE Child Saving Account (CSA) to help save for college — regardless of the student or parent’s income, background or immigration status. All eligible students will receive an initial $50 deposit. Additional deposits can be made by students and families. To learn more about the program, visit OpportunityLA.com or watch videos in English and Spanish here.
Presented by the City and County of L.A., in partnership with LAUSD and Citibank

WIC Fruits and Vegetables Benefit Increase
Through September 30, 2024
WIC families can get extra money to buy fruits and vegetables at WIC-approved stores and farmers’ markets. Use this tool to find your nearest farmers’ market that accepts WIC, and learn more about the benefit here.

UCLA Study Focus Groups
Participate in focus groups and receive incentives by giving your feedback on the new UCLA wellness app. They are recruiting high school students and parents of high school students. To learn more about the study, contact Christine Lee at 714-822-0649 or at kungeunlee@mednet.ucla.edu.

Decolonized Nonviolent Parenting: A Practice for Raising Empathetic, Grounded, & Socially Conscious Kids (6-Week Course)
Receive support in developing a parenting style that acknowledges your children’s journey and develops them to be empathic, grounded, and socially conscious via the lenses of familial decolonization, nonviolence, reparenting, and conscious child development.
Presented by Latinx Parenting

Participate in Research Study on Breast Milk
The Lundquist Institute is conducting a breast milk research study. Participants (who are currently breastfeeding) will conduct a 4-hour study visit and will receive a $100 gift card. Learn more here or contact MacKenzie Cervantes at breastmilk@lundquist.org or 310-974-9538.

Direct Cash Assistance to Pregnant People
The Pregnancy Assistance Income with Dignity (P.A.I.D) program pays $1,000/month of unconditional income for 18 months. This program is designed to reduce economic burden and improve health outcomes of pregnant people in L.A. County. Learn more and apply at ncjwla.org/paid.

Substance Use Disorder Workshops
August 6 – October 15, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Antelope Valley Wellness Community, 335-B East Avenue K6, Lancaster, CA 93535
Presented by Antelope Valley Wellness Community

The California Abundant Birth Project
This guaranteed income program will provide monthly cash assistance for people who are 8-27 weeks pregnant and at a higher risk of preterm birth.

Free Food Distribution
2^nd Thursday of every month, 10:00am – 12:00pm: Curtis Tucker Center for Community Wellness, 123 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90301
Receive food on a first-come-first-served basis, while supplies last. Walk-up only, no documents required.
Presented by Foodbank of Southern California and the Curtis Tucker Center for Community Wellness

Learn STOP THE BLEED®: Save a Life
2^nd Friday of every month, 12:00pm – 1:00pm: Dignity Health – California Hospital Medical Center, 1401 S. Grand Ave., Leavey Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90015
To register, email Jessica.Brase@commonspirit.org
Presented by Dignity Health — California Hospital Medical Center

Just Drive: Take Action Against Distraction
Friday of every month, 1:00pm – 2:00pm: Dignity Health – California Hospital Medical Center, 1401 S. Grand Ave. Leavey Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90015
To register, email Jessica.Brase@commonspirit.org
Presented by Dignity Health — California Hospital Medical Center

Stress and Wellness Survey for Teens
California teens between the ages of 12- to 17-years old are invited to take the Youth Mindful Awareness Program’s survey about their health and well-being. The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. Participants are eligible for a $10 gift card. Complete the survey here.

Clothing Assistance Program
The National Council of Jewish Women LA’s Clothing Assistance Program supports individuals and families living under or near the poverty line by providing gift cards that can be redeemed for clothing, shoes, and accessories. Gift cards can be used at any of their seven Council Shops.

Rental Assistance available for Female Heads of Households
The National Council of Jewish Women LA offers one-time assistance to female heads of households with dependents living with them. This one-time assistance helps cover the cost of monthly rent (up to $1,000) for those financially impacted by layoffs, reduction in hours, reduced salary, illness, or other unexpected emergencies within the last 90 days. You can find the eligibility requirements here.

This Week’s Events

Monday, September 30

Webinar: Opportunity Index Launch
September 30, 8:00am
Presented by Child Trends

Virtual Training: De-Escalation: Trauma-Informed
September 30, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority

Virtual Training: Case Management & System Navigation – Level 2
September 30, 9:30am – 4:30pm
Presented by Homeless Health Care Los Angeles

Webinar: Somos Latine Families
September 30, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center and The Children’s Partnership

Virtual Training: Behavioral Health: Understand and Respond
September 30, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority

Virtual Training: ASQ-3 & ASQ:SE-2 Virtual Comprehensive Institutes
September 30 – October 1, 8:00AM – 2:00pm
Presented by Brookes

Tuesday, October 1

Virtual Training: Strengths-Based Leadership
October 1, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Webinar: Who’s Not at the Table: 3 Key Practices for Engaging Harder-to-Reach Families
October 1, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by National Head Start Association

Webinar: Strengths-based Family Engagement in Libraries
October 1 – 29, Tuesdays, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Virtual Training: Mental Health Matters in Early Childhood
October 1, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Wednesday, October 2

Webinar: A Cascade of Impacts: A Discussion on the Many Ways Water Affects Early Childhood Health and Well-being
October 2, 9:00am – 10:00am
Presented by Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

Virtual Training: Self and Community Care Open Session 15
October 2, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Part of the Self and Community Care Open Sessions Series
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for Learning Center

Substance Use Disorder Workshop
October 2, 11:00am – 12:00pm: Antelope Valley Wellness Community, 335-B East Avenue K6, Lancaster, CA 93535
Presented by Antelope Valley Wellness Community

Recess Wednesday: Self-Care Break
October 2, 12:00pm – 12:30pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for Learning Center

Webinar: Unleashing the Leader Within You: Discover Your Leadership Style
October 2, 1:00pm – 1:45pm
Presented by National Head Start Association

LEAP Training with Dr.Amador – Mental Illness, Relationships & Recovery
October 2, 2:30pm – 5:30pm: JW Marriott Anaheim Resort, 1775 South Clementine St., Anaheim, CA 92802
Presented by NAMI Orange County

Thursday, October 3

Virtual Event: The Future is Now
October 3 – November 7, Thursdays, 9:00am – 10:30am
Presented by The ARC of California

Webinar: Envisioning Midwifery Integration, Collaboration and Expansion
October 3, 11:00am
Part of the Understanding California’s Birth Options webinar series
Presented by Whole Child Equity Partnership

Webinar: The Power of Data in Native Early Childhood Development – Strategies for Effective Data use and Impact
October 3, 12:00pm – 1:15pm
Part of the Native Early Childhood Development Webinar Series
Presented by the Administration for Native Americans, an office of the Office of the Administration for Children & Families

Webinar: Teacher Time Series: Positive Behavioral Guidance in Preschool
October 3, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by Office of Head Start

Webinar: MyPeers Orientation for Classroom Staff
October 3, 1:00pm – 1:45pm
introduction to MyPeers, a community of practice forum for Head Start programs, staff, and partners. MyPeers is a virtual space for brainstorming, exchanging ideas, and sharing resources.
Presented by MyPeers

Visión y Compromiso 22^nd Annual Conference: Promotoras Paving the Way and Leaving a Legacy of Transformation
October 3 – 5, TBA: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles, 6101 W Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Presented by Visión y Compromiso

Friday, October 4

Virtual Training: Boundaries & Ethics
October 4, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority

Open House – Bob Hope Patriotic Hall
October 4, 9:00am – 2:00pm: Patriotic Hall, 1816 South Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Will include presentations on services and benefits for veterans and the military community.
Presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veteran Affairs

Free Flue an COVID Vaccine Event
October 4, 10:00am – 2:00pm: Community Resource Center in Lynwood, 3200 East Imperial Hwy, Lynwood, CA 90262
Presented by Community Resource Center LA

Saturday, October 5

Free Flu and COVID Vaccine Event
October 5, 9:00am – 2:00pm: Community Resource Center in El Monte, 3570 Santa Anita, El Monte, CA 91731
Presented by Community Resource Center LA

Parent Informational Workshop Series: Supporting Healthy Speech Development
October 5, 2:30pm – 3:30pm: Mark Twain Neighborhood Library, 1401 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90813
Presented by the Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services, Help Me Grow, and the Long Beach Public Library

Sunday, October 6

We don’t know of any events happening on this day.