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Upcoming Events for the Week of October 20th

LA Best Babies Network ,

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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October is:

Ongoing Opportunities (See upcoming events below.)

Toy Loan Programs
DPSS-operated lending center is open Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:30pm – 4:30pm, at2200 N. Humboldt St., Los Angeles.Families can check out toys just like they do library books for their kids.
See a list of Toy Loan centers in L.A. County. For questions, call 833-8TY-LOAN, 323-986-2741 or 213-744-4344, or email toyloan@dpss.lacounty.gov.
Pomona’s program is open Thursdays, 3:30pm – 5:30pm, at Pomona Wellness Community, 750 S. Park Ave. in Pomona.
Presented by L.A. County DPSS and others

Financial Guide for Immigrant Families Facing Deportation (English & Spanish)
The document offers easy-to-follow steps to help families protect their finances and prepare for emergencies. It covers how to manage bank accounts, safeguard access to funds, assign power of attorney, and avoid scams. It also includes checklists for organizing critical documents, preparing legal custody arrangements for children, and ensuring property and businesses are secure.
Presented by Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez and the Salvadoran American Leadership and Educational Fund (SALEF)

CalWORKs Families Can Receive Up to Two Years of Free Child Care
As of July 1, 2025, CalWORKs cash aid customers may be eligible for up to 24 months of child care. See eligibility requirements and learn more here or call the Child Care Hotline at 877-244-5399.

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

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

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.

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..

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.

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

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

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.

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 Opportunity 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.

Agents of Change Hotline to Help Move Immigration Hearings Online
USC law students have launched a Civil Rights Advocacy Initiative aimed at supporting individuals at risk of detention by federal agents when attending court hearings in person. Through this initiative, trained volunteers help individuals file a Motion to Change Hearing Format, enabling them to request that their hearing be conducted online. Those seeking assistance can call the Agents of Change hotline at 888-462-5211 or 213-787-6211.

Free English Classes for Adults
The South Bay Literacy Council is hosting free English classes for community members. These classes help learners build skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for everyday life, work, and community engagement. To register, complete this interest form or call (310) 373-7003 (for English) and (424) 903-3106 (for Spanish).

Families with Preterm Babies Invited to Participate in Research Study (Spanish)
The USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy is conducting a study aimed at supporting early walking development in preterm infants. They are looking for families who have infants from 6 – 36 months to participate.  The study involves brief, play-based visits, and families will receive compensation for their time. If you have any questions, please contact Nora Almoadi at almoadi@usc.edu or (323) 949-6188.

Mobile Immigrant Services Program
They offer immigrant families with in-language immigration legal assistance and case management services. To request support, complete this online form or text (213) 314-1454.
Presented by Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project, Amanecer Community Counseling, and Asian Americans Advancing Justice

Long Beach Justice Fund
The Long Beach Justice Fund is a legal defense fund and program that provides legal help for low-income immigrants at risk of deportation that live or work in Long Beach. To find out who is eligible for this support and how to access services, click here.

Community-Based Doula Support Available
SBCC’s Community-based doula support program is inviting pregnant people who live in the South Bay (SPA 8), West LA (SPA 5), East LA (SPA 7) or South LA (SPA 6), are due between October and February, and have Medi-Cal or have low income to participate in their doula support program. Services are available in English and Spanish. To refer a client, fill out this form and submit it to prevention@sbaycenter.com

Baldwin Park Emergency Relief Program
This program supports Baldwin Park residents facing financial hardship due to recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities. Please contact (626) 813-5245, ext. 564, for more information.
Presented by the City of Baldwin Park, in partnership with Los Angeles County Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and others

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

Share Your Early Intervention Story (also in Spanish)
The Infant Development Association of California wants to hear from parents raising young children with developmental delays or disabilities. The purpose is to help advocate for early intervention services.

Seeking Participation from African American/ Black Fathers for Research Study
Dr. Tamkin at Santa Clara University is conducting a research study to explore different parent-child relationships among Black men. Participants will receive up to $100.00 in the form of Amazon e-gift cards for their time.

Every Body Plays After School Program
September 2 – May 22, 2026
The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation is starting its Every Body Plays After School Program. Participating parks will be assisting children with homework and will offer activities throughout the school year. Find a list of participating parks, and to register, click here.  

Community Service Hours Available for Teens Through Generation Connect
Various cohorts taking place between September 2 – December 19
Generation Connect is accepting applications for its Fostering Generativity program. This program allows teens to connect with older adults to provide tech support. Teens will receive training and be eligible for community service hours when they support older adults.

Online Workshops: We Are One: Know Your Rights Friday Webinars (and in Spanish)
1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 9:00am – 10:30am
2nd and 4th Friday of the month, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Use this Zoom link to join. Spanish translation provided. See flyers in English and Spanish.
Presented by Los Angeles Unified School District

Chinese Language Mental Health Support Group
NAMI San Gabriel Valley has started their 12-month Chinese/Mandarin-language support group for families. These are peer-led support groups for adults who have a loved one experiencing a mental health condition. NAMI SGV is also looking for facilitators who can speak and read Chinese and Mandarin. If you would like to be a facilitator, please email Mary Chan.
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness San Gabriel Valley

Paid Internship Opportunity: Apply for the Community Health Worker (CHW) Academy
Application Deadline: December 20
The CHW Academy is a workforce development program designed to create long-term job placements for Community Health Workers in hospital and clinical settings. To learn more and apply, click here. The screening and interview process takes a few weeks, so applying early is highly recommended!

Free Support Classes Available for Community Members Impacted by the Eaton Fire
Through November 29 (Tuesdays: 5:00pm – 6:30pm, Thursdays and Saturdays: 12:00pm – 1:30pm): Loma Alta Park, 3330 N. Lincoln Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
Drop in for free Psychological First Aid classes. Classes are open to everyone on a first-come, first-served basis.
Presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health​​

This Week’s Events
Monday, October 20

Webinar: Advocating for Young Children With Disabilities in Your State
October 20, 8:00am
Presented by Start Early Champions for Early Learning

Yoga for All
October 20, 9:00am – 10:00am: Community Resource Center in Norwalk, 11721 Rosecrans Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Presented by the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center in Norwalk

Cooking Matters
October 20, 9:00am – 10:30am: Community Resource Center in East L.A., 4801 Whittier Blvd.,  Los Angeles, CA 90022
Presented by the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center in East LA

Infant Massage Facilitator Training with Reflective Consultation Series
October 20 – 28, Mondays and Tuesdays, 9:00am – 4:00pm: 11187 De Foe Ave., Pacoima, CA 91331
Presented by El Centro de Amistad and Michael Curtis from Infant Massage USA

Webinar: Protecting Immigrant Families — Communications: Ask Me Anything
October 20, 10:00am
Presented by Protecting Immigrant Families

Nutrition and Exercise
October 20, 10:00am – 11:30am: Community Resource Center in Lynwood, 3200 East Imperial Hwy., Lynwood, CA 90262
Presented by the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center in Lynwood

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Breast Cancer Awareness Workshop
October 20, 11:00am: Community Resource Center in Inglewood, 2864 W. Imperial Hwy., Inglewood, CA 90303
Presented by the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center in Inglewood

Seminario Virtual: ¿Qué está cambiando en Medi-Cal?
20 de octubre, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presentado por Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services

Webinar: Holding On to Hope and Confronting Grief
October 20, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Part of the Parenting While Rising to Child Developmental Challenges Series
Presented by the Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: Hot Topics in Immigration Law
October 20, 1:00pm
They will review getting a driver’s license, a career while undocumented, and other important things you should know right now.
Presented by the Central American Resource Center (CARECEN)

Webinar: Virtual Breakthrough Parenting Workshop
October 20, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Call 213-438-5497 to register.
Presented by the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center in Panorama City

Webinar: Virtual Breakthrough Parenting Series
October 20 – December 22, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Call 310-231-3854 to register.
Presented by the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center in West L.A.

Tuesday, October 21

Virtual Training: Skills System Training
October 21 – 22, 7:00am – 2:30pm
Presented by Los Angeles Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Increasing Access to Concrete Support for Families
October 21, 9:00am – 11:00am
Part of the Protective Factors Series
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Three Ways to Build Your State’s IECMH Funding Strategy: Filling the Gap: Tax Revenue Building
October 21, 10:00am
Presented by Zero to Three and Children’s Funding Project

1:1 Pave Enrollment Support for Doulas
October 21 – December 16, First and Third Tuesday of the month, 10:00am – 1:00pm: Birthworkers of Color – Long Beach, 1635 East Anaheim St., Suite A, Long Beach, CA, 90813
Email doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com to register.
Presented by Medi-Cal Doula HUB

Webinar: What’s Changing in Medi-Cal? (Armenian)
October 21, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by LA County Department of Public Social Services

Virtual Training: Promoting Well-being: Managing Stress & Burnout
October 21, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: Protecting Immigrant Families — Communications: Ask Me Anything
October 21, 1:30pm
Presented by Protecting Immigrant Families

Webinar: What’s Changing in Medi-Cal? (Korean)
October 21, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presented by LA County Department of Public Social Services

Wednesday, October 22

Webinar: Leading Through Uncertainty: Staying in Relationship
October 22, 8:00am – 11:00am
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: Perinatal Psychosis
October 22, 9:00am – 10:00am
Presented by Michigan Institute for Care Management and Transformation

Free Breast/Chestfeeding Basics Workshop
October 22, 9:00am – 10:00am: Community Resource Center of Wilmington, 911 North Avalon Blvd., Wilmington, CA 90744
RSVP required. Expectant parents who attend the class will receive a packet of diapers.
Presented by Community Resource Center of Wilmington

Webinar: Leveraging CalTrin for Staff Onboarding
October 22, 9:00am – 10:30am
Presented by California Training Institute 

Best Practices in Birth To Five Intervention Strategies
October 22, 9:00am – 4:00pm: register to receive address
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: New Report on Early Relational Health: Building Foundations for Child, Family, and Community Well-Being
October 22, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by National Academies’ Board on Children, Youth, and Families

Webinar: Educators as Sheriffs or Allies? Rethinking our Relationships With Preschool-aged Children
October 22, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Presented by Early Childhood Investigations

Webinar: Disaster Relief and Preparedness
October 22, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: What’s Changing in Medi-Cal? (Mandarin)
October 22, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presented by LA County Department of Public Social Services

Thursday, October 23

Elevate Conscious Discipline: LEVEL UP and Leave a Legacy Teacher Conference
October 23 – 25, 7:00am: Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate, 1500 Masters Blvd., Championsgate, FL 33896
Presented by Conscious Discipline

Webinar: Demystifying Digital Maternal Mental Health Platforms for Parents
October 23, 9:00am – 10:00am
Presented by Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance

Free Produce Distribution
October 23, 10:00am – 12:00pm (while supplies last): Curtis Tucker Center for Community Wellness, 123 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90301
Presented by Curtis Tucker Center for Community Wellness and others

Virtual Training: Supporting Well-Being Through Community Connections
October 23, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: Using the NBO with Families in Substance Use Recovery
October 23, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: A New Era in Infant Survival: Recognizing the Value of Community-Centered Safe Sleep Initiatives
October 23, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by National Institute for Children’s Health Quality

Webinar: What’s Changing in Medi-Cal? (Cantonese)
October 23, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by LA County Department of Public Social Services

Webinar: How Compliance Impacts Your Program’s Value – and it Does!
October 23, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Presented by Early Childhood Investigations

Webinar: Understanding the Stress Response
October 23, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Shaken Baby Syndrome: Mechanisms, Risk & Prevention Across Care Systems
October 23, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Presented by California Training Center

Boobs, Brews, & 90’s Grooves
October 23, 5:00pm: Chloe’s at Golden Road, Atwater Village, 5410 W. San Fernando Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
Presented by BreastfeedLA

Seminario Virtual: ¿Qué está cambiando en Medi-Cal?
23 de octubre, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presentado por LA County Department of Public Social Services

Friday, October 24

Webinar: LAHSA Commission Meeting
October 24, 9:00am
Presented by Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

Webinar: Grief Support 101: Navigating the Heartbreak of Pregnancy and Infant Loss
October 24, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Presented by Return to Zero: H.O.P.E

Saturday, October 25

2025 Black Men’s Wellness Day – Los Angeles
October 25, 7:00am – 12:00pm: Earvin Magic Johnson Rec Area, 905 El Segundo Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by the African American Male Wellness Agency

Free Flu Vaccines
October 25, 7:00am – 12:00pm: Earvin Magic Johnson Rec Area, 905 El Segundo Boulevard,  Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by Cedars Sinai

CPR & First Aid Training
October 25, 8:00am – 4:00pm: Child Care Resource Center San Bernardino, 1111 East Mill St., Suite 100, San Bernardino, CA 92408
Fee: $95. Registration deadline: October 24
Presented by Child Care Resource Center

Maternal Child Health Fall Resource Fair (Spanish)
October 25, 10:00am – 1:00pm: California Hospital Medical Center, 1401 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90015
To RSVP, call Laura Topete at (213) 765-7193.
Presented by Dignity Health – California Hospital Medical Center’s OB Departments

Embodied Justice: Healing Through Indigenous and Native American Perspectives
October 25, 10:00am – 12:30pm: MLK Behavioral Health Center, 12021 Wilmington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by the Office of Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

Justicia encarnada: Sanando a través de las perspectivas indígenas y nativas americanas
25 de Octubre, 10:00am – 12:30pm: MLK Behavioral Health Center, 12021 Wilmington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by the Office of Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

Marina Spooktacular
October 25 – 26, 4:00pm – 10:00pm: Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Beaches and Harbors

Disability Fall Festival
October 25, 5:00pm – 8:00pm: East LA Civic Center, 4801 East 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Presented by L.A. County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and California Resource Services for Independent Living

Sunday, October 26

Health and Wellness Resource Fair
October 26, 10:00am – 3:00pm: Adventist Health White Memorial, 1720 East Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Presented by Adventist Health White Memorial

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