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Upcoming Events for the Week of June 30th

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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:

Do you have something for us to include? Email info@labestbabies.org. And stay in touch with us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube!

June is:

Ongoing Opportunities (See upcoming events below.)

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.

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 or Mechanic With LA Unified School District (LAUSD)
View qualifications and details at LAUSDJobs.org.

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

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.

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.

Stress and Wellness Survey for Teens
California teens 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.

Seeking Black/African American or Latina/Latinx Birthing People with Physical Disabilities to Participate in a Study
Black people and Latinxs/Latinas with physical disabilities have unique experiences during pregnancy. To learn about these unique experiences, Brandeis University is conducting a study to better understand how race and disability can affect pregnancy. If you are Black/African American and/or Latinx/Latina or Hispanic, have a physical disability, and have given birth in the last ten years, they’d like to interview you. Participants will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.
To participate, email Janelle Mills at pregnancystudy@brandeis.edu or call 781-736-3928.

Join the LA County Youth Commission  
The Youth Commission was established to assist the Board of Supervisors in leading transformative change in LA County’s youth facing departments, programs, and policies. They are seeking applicants who are at least 18 years old and have lived experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, probation, kinship care, and adoption.

Youth @ Work Program
The program is for ages 14 – 24 and will provide access to paid work-based learning, work readiness, personal enrichment training, academic and career development, and advanced career services.

Healing Library Kits at L.A. County Libraries
These kits help families who are dealing with divorce/separation, the death of a loved one or pet, or other difficult situations. Kits include books and guides with activity ideas to facilitate the healing process. Visit a participating library to borrow a Healing Library Kit.

Free Nalaxone (Narcan) at L.A. County Libraries
Anyone can attend a free workshop to get this easy-to-use life-saving nasal spray that can reverse an opioid overdose, including heroin, fentanyl and prescription opioid medications. Get details and find a library near you.

Medical Debt Relief Program
The Department of Public Health has partnered with Undue Medical Debt to provide low-income L.A. County families with debt relief. If eligible, families will receive a letter notifying them of their debt cancellation.

Become a DIY Workshop Instructor
LA County Parks and Recreation is looking for instructors to lead DIY workshops at LA County Parks. Could be a good money-making opportunity! Apply here.

Earn Learn Play: Find Youth Programs and Services Near You!
The Los Angeles Youth Development Department offers recreation activities, employment programs, tutoring services, leadership opportunities, and many more free and low-cost City of Los Angeles services to earn, learn, and play throughout the year.

Free Tax Prep Help
File taxes for free! Go to FreeTaxPrepLA.com/help to find a location near you.

Free Services and Permit Assistance for Sidewalk Vendors in the City of LA
Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (Icon CDC) in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD) launched the Sidewalk Vending Technical Assistance Program. Through this program, ICON CDC provides the one-on-one guidance and resources needed to navigate the permit process and set up or continue a successful sidewalk vending operation. To request support, submit the English or Spanish intake form.

Virtual Mental Health Services for Youth, Families, and Young Adults
BrightLife Kids, a CalHOPE program by Brightline, provides free behavioral health coaching to all California kids ages 0–12. Soluna, a CalHOPE program by Kooth, is an all-in-one mental health app for California youth and young adults to destress, reset, and seek support.

Free Telebehavioral Health Services  
The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is providing free one-on-one support to individuals who live in California. Services provided in Spanish and English. Fill out the interest form here.

Free Trauma Recovery Services  
The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is providing mental health supportive services for individuals who have been victims of a crime. Services are available in-person or online. View the flyer in English and Spanish. Fill out a consultation form here.

Know Your Rights Workshops
The L.A. County Office of Immigrant Affairs is hosting monthly Know Your Rights workshop presentations. For additional resources, click here.

Free Citizenship Clinic
Through December 15, by appointment only: Locations vary
Receive free assistance with the citizenship application and a fee waiver. To schedule an appointment, call 323-224-9077 (English and Spanish) or 323-616-5696 (Korean).
Presented by the YMCA   

Know Your Rights: Pick up a Red Card
The L.A. County Department of Public Social Services is giving out “red cards” that list basic rights people have when dealing with ICE. Get these cards from a DPSS district office near you. More information: 800-593-8222 or OIA.LACounty.gov

Visit our Support Resources for Immigrant Families in L.A. County to stay up-to-date on events and the latest information!

Metro’s LIFE Program
Qualifying L.A. County residents can receive 20 free rides on the L.A. Metro every month or a discounted pass from other transit agencies.

Rent Stabilization Program
The Tenant Right to Counsel Program provides free legal services to eligible tenants living in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County during eviction proceedings. Apply here.

City of Los Angeles Needs Assessment
May 29 – June 28
The City of Los Angeles is conducting a Park Needs Assessment. Share your feedback on L.A. parks by attending an upcoming community event, taking the online survey, or by writing to the team directly.

Join LA County Parks Spring Classes
Los Angeles County Parks are offering a wide range of spring classes for all ages. Find classes and sign up today. 

Our Voice, Our County: Countywide Survey
The LA County Chief Sustainability Office is requesting community members to share their input on how to build a more sustainable LA County.

General Relief Program
LA County created this program to help eligible participants avoid homelessness. It provides cash aid if you are an adult without any income or resources, and children in certain special circumstances who are ineligible for federal or state programs may also be eligible. Check the eligibility requirements here.

Community Health Kiosks: Access Free Health Supplies
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is launching 50+ accessible kiosks throughout the County that will dispense COVID-19 test kits, overdose prevention products, and condoms to the public for free.

ESTEAM Summer Camp
June 16 – August 8, 7:00am – 6:00pm: Locations Vary
The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering an 8-week summer camp for youth ages 6 – 11. The camp focuses on Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (ESTEAM). Find a participating park here.

SUN Bucks: Summer Food Program
SUN Bucks provides $40 per month for food for June, July and August 2024 ($120 total). Children who qualify for free or reduced school meals through a school meal application or an Alternative Income Form, or get CalFresh, CalWORKs, or Medi-Cal, are automatically enrolled. No need to sign up.

Museums for All
Find free or discounted museum entry for CalFresh participants.

Register Your Vigil – Stolen Children’s Month
The Stolen Children’s Month steering committee invites you to hold a vigil in your city on Thursday, June 26th, 2025, honoring children who have been stolen from their kin and community. If you would like to participate there will be three community planning calls on May 21, May 28, and June 4 from 2:00pm – 3:00pm.

Providence Community Health Worker Academy
Application Deadline: July 21
Providence partnered with Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science to create the Community Health Worker Academy. The CHW Academy is a workforce development program designed to create long-term job placements for CHW’s in hospital and clinical settings. This is a four-month, full-time paid internship that begins August 4, 2025. Apply here.

Free Beach Shuttle
Through September 28
The L.A. County free beach shuttle runs on weekends and holidays. View the map and schedule.

2025 Summer Adventures – Every Body Plays
June 16 – August 8, Monday – Fridays, 11:00am – 5:30pm
The L.A. County Dept. of Parks & Rec has summer programs and field trips at participating parks for youth ages 7-17. View the flyer to find a park near you.  

L.A. County Pilot Program Offers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
The L.A. County Dept. of Mental Health has started a pilot program in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy to expand its offerings for clients who have lived through or witnessed traumatic experiences. The pilot focuses on South L.A. and the South Bay regions. For questions about EMDR or to receive this service, call the Dept. of Mental Health at 800-854-7771.

Free Lunch at the Library
June 16 – August 8
The LA County Library is offering free lunch for youth 18 and under at participating LA County Library locations. First come, first served. Times and dates vary by location. View the schedule here.

Find Relief from the Heat  
As summer temperatures rise, the heat can become uncomfortable—and even dangerous. Find a cooling center using the locator and learn about other resources that can help you find relief from the heat.

Need Groceries or Essentials Dropped Off?
The Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA and the YMCA of Metropolitan LA are providing grocery and essential product delivery services to families who are currently avoiding public spaces. For confidential support, call the Weingart East LA YMCA at (323) 260-7005 or the YMCA of Metro LA at (323)244-9077 or email socialimpact@ymcala.org.

Free Occupational Training in South LA
2820 S. Vermont Ave., Suite 24, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Ultimate Restoration Unlimited (URU), in partnership with the L.A. County Department of Justice, invites residents 18 and older to participate in the Hired LA Justice Impact Program. Walk-ins are welcome. Call (323) 641-0277 for more information.

Free Groceries Delivery
Operation Healthy Hearts has a grocery delivery program. If you’re unable to leave your home and need groceries delivered, submit a request here.

Youth Sailing Camp in Marina del Rey
Youth Sailing Camps are back this summer for youth campers (11–17 years old) in Marina del Rey. Taught by LA County WATER Program Lifeguards, camp sessions are offered at the beginning and intermediate levels.  A swim test is required to participate. Learn more at beaches.lacounty.gov/waterprogram/
Presented by LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors

Job Opportunities for Young Adults and Youths from Eaton Fire Area
As part of this year’s Youth@Work initiative, the LA County Department of Economic Opoortunity is providing a minimum of 500 job opportunities to youth ages 14–24 who lived in or were displaced from communities impacted by the January 2025 Eaton Fire. Eligible youth include those who resided in evacuation zones or areas under evacuation warnings during the emergency. Interested youth can fill out the Eaton Fire Youth@Work Form for youth to get started.

This Week’s Events
Monday, June 30

Webinar: Assertive Engagement with Parents and Caregivers
June 30, 10:00am – 11:30am
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Virtual Workshop: Immigration Workshop in English & Spanish
June 30, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Presented by RepresentLA, Los Angeles County Office of Education, Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) – Los Angeles, and others

Tuesday, July 1

Breastfeeding 101 Class
July 1, 11:00am – 12:30pm: Antelope Valley Wellness Community, 335 East Avenue K 6, Suite B, Lancaster, CA 93535
Presented by Antelope Valley Wellness Community

Fun-Nastics Gymnastics Program – Fun Station LA (For Children Ages 3 to 5)
July 1 – August 25 (Mondays), 2:00pm – 2:45pm: Roy Campanella Park, 14812 Stanford Ave., Compton, CA 90220
A free and fun intro to gymnastics for youth ages 3 – 5 that also helps build confidence and teamwork.
Presented by the Office of L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and others

Fun-Nastics Gymnastics Program – Fun Station LA (For Children Ages 6 to 10)
July 1 – August 25 (Mondays), 3:00pm – 3:45pm: Roy Campanella Park, 14812 Stanford Ave., Compton, CA 90220
A free and fun intro to gymnastics for youth ages 6 – 10 that also helps build confidence and teamwork.
Presented by the Office of L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and others

Digital Skills Workshops – Bridge the Digital Divide
July 1 – August 29 (Tuesdays and Fridays), 3:00pm – 4:30pm: Roy Campanella Park, 14812 Stanford Ave., Compton, CA 90220
Gain foundational technology and AI skills and tech equipment through this program that offers lessons for youth and seniors.
Presented by the Office of L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and others

Taller Virtual: Conoce Tus Derechos
1 de julio, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Presentado por the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) y CIELO Community

Wednesday, July 2

Aspectos básicos de la Lactancia Materna
2 y 9 de Julio, 10:00am – 11:30am: Centro Curtis Tucker para el Bienestar Comunitario, 123 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90301
Presentado por Curtis Tucker Center for Community Wellness

Webinar: Affirming & Embodied Birth: Transformative Approaches to De-Feminizing Perinatal Care
July 2, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Part of the 2025 Queer & Trans Webinar Series
Presented by Maternal Mental Health Now

Webinar: Document Acquisition/Preparation for Housing Opportunities
July 2, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Presented by LAHSA Permanent Housing Department

Mindfulness Support Group
July 2 – 30 (Wednesdays), 2:00pm – 3:00pm: Antelope Valley Wellness Community, 335 East Avenue K-6, Suite B, Lancaster, CA 93535
Presented by Antelope Valley Wellness Community

Workshop: Know Your Rights! Stay Informed
July 2 – November 26 (Wednesday), 2:00pm – 3:00pm: CHIRLA, 2533 W. 3rd St., Suite 101,  Los Angeles, CA 90057
Presented by Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)

Thursday, July 3

Webinar: Naloxone Info Session: Helping LA County Providers Prevent Overdose
July 3, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Fathers’ Discussion Group
July 3, 5:00pm – 6:30pm: Antelope Valley Wellness Community, 335 East Avenue K-6, Suite B, Lancaster, CA 93535
Presented by Antelope Valley Wellness Community

Friday, July 4

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Saturday, July 5

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Sunday, July 6

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