Upcoming Events for the Week of April 21st

April 21, 2025 LA Best Babies Network Los Angeles County, Upcoming Events

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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April 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.

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
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.

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 Participant 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.

Los Angeles Rental Housing Habitability Program
In November, Los Angeles County started a new proactive rental housing inspection program called the Rental Housing Habitability Program (RHHP) in the unincorporated areas of the County. The goal of RHHP is to ensure that rental housing properties and units maintain the minimum habitability standards required by law. Check out these English and Spanish flyers and these FAQs for more information.

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

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

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

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.

Application Period for Disaster Unemployment Assistance Extended
Application deadline: June 10
Los Angeles County workers, business owners, and self-employed people affected by the California firestorms now have until Tuesday, June 10, 2025, to apply for federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Learn more.

LA County Listening Session
April 17 – May 8
LA County wants to hear from you about how to achieve a more transparent and representative governance model. Come and share your experiences and ideas for enhancing County services and ensuring inclusivity and transparency.

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.

This Week’s Events

Monday, April 21

Personal Assistance Services Council’s Annual Open House
April 21, 9:00am – 3:00pm: California Endowment Center, 1000 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Guests can connect with advocacy and county organizations, peer mentors and exhibitors, plus participate in workshops, group discussions, networking, one-on-one counseling, and other informative activities.
Presented by Personal Assistance Services Council and Home Supportive Services

Webinar: Hoarding Disorder: Diagnosis and Effective Intervention
April 21 & 22, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Mend, Repair, Reuse
April 21, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Learn how mending and repurposing clothes can contribute to a more sustainable wardrobe.
Presented by LA County Library

Webinar: Black Sands Beach Talk Series
April 21, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Presented by Black Women for Wellness

Tuesday, April 22

Virtual Training: Addressing Treatment Engagement Issues with Youth Ages 11 to 18
April 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Adolescent Cognitive & Psychosocial Development
April 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Supervising for Success
April 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Intersection of Trauma and Substance Use: Assessment and Treatment Approach
April 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Virtual Training: The Growing Brain
April 22, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: 3-Part Webinar Series: Communicating During Stressful Times
April 22, & 29, 10:00am – 10:45am
Presented by Literacy Works

Webinar: Using the System Change Framework to Create Intentional Change with and for the ECE Workforce
April 22, 11:00am
Presented by National Early Care & Education Workforce Center

Webinar: The Cost of Cuts: Understanding the Broad Impact of SNAP Reductions on Health, Economy, and Community Resilience
April 22, 11:00am
Presented by Food Research & Action Center

Virtual: Work Ready: Civilian Careers in the Fire Department
April 22, 11:00am
Presented by the LA County Library

Rising on Earth Day Celebration
April 22, 11:00am – 3:00pm: West Athens Victory Garden, 1344 W 105th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Presented by Rising Communities, South LA Decides, Best Start Region 2, and many more

Webinar: Housing Hurdles in LA County: Understanding the Housing Landscape and How to Navigate Limited Choices to Best Support Housing Access, Transitions and Stability
April 22, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

DC:0-5™ Diagnostic Classification of Mental Health and Developmental Disorders of Infancy and Early Childhood
April 22-24, 12:00pm – 4:00pm each day
Presented by ZERO TO THREE and The Institute for Continuing Education

Webinar: Dad Talks
April 22, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Email cndupu@ph.lacounty.gov or call 323-895-4104 to register.
Presented by Curtis Tucker Center for Community Wellness

Wednesday, April 23

Webinar: Behind the Curtain: How to Support a Parent during a Child Welfare Investigation
April 23, 9:00am – 10:00am
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Co-Occurring Anxiety Disorders in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Considerations for Assessment and Treatment
April 23, 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by WPS Unlocking Potential

Parental Perinatal Mental Health Networking for Transformation
April 23, 9:00am – 2:30pm: DMH Headquarters, 510 South Vermont Ave. 9th Floor Terrace Conference Rooms B/C, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Seeking Safety for Adolescents: An Evidence-Based Model for Trauma and/or Substance Abuse
April 23, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

Virtual Training: Mental Health First Aid
April 23, 9:00am – 4:30pm
Presented by Community Clinic Association of Los Angeles County

Webinar: Transforming the System from Mandated Reporting to Community Supporting
April 23, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Southern California Regional Community of Practice to End TB
April 23, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

Webinar: Conflict Resolution Skills for Secondary Students
April 23, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by Conscious Discipline

African American Home Visiting Engagement Workgroup’s Community of Practice Space
April 23, 1:30pm – 3:00pm
An ongoing forum for direct service providers to connect and discuss how to better support African American home visiting clients
Presented by the Los Angeles County Perinatal and Early Childhood Home Visitation Consortium

Workshop: Know Your Rights! Stay Informed.
April 23, 2:00pm – 3:00pm: 2533 W 3^rd St., Suite 101, Los Angeles, CA 90057
For more information, call CHIRLA’s Immigrant Assistance Line Monday – Friday (9am-5pm) at 1-888-624-4752
Presented by the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)

Seminario Virtual: ¡Vamos a cocinar! Operación de Cocinas Caseras de Microempresa
23 de Abril, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Presentado por LA County Library

Thursday, April 24

Webinar: Addressing Secondary Traumatic Stress Through Reflective Practice & Supervision
April 24, 9:00am – 10:30am
Presented by California Training Center

Webinar: Intersection of Trauma and Substance Use: Looking at it Through a Community-Minded Approach
April 24, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Helping Youth Experiencing Housing Instability Thrive with Help from the ARC (Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency) Framework for Complex Trauma
April 24, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Not on Our Watch: Emergency Call to Protect Immigrant Families’ Access to Safety Net Programs
April 24, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by Protecting Immigrant Families Coalition

Webinar: Advancing Organizational Health Literacy
April 24, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by Cook County Department of Public Health

Webinar: Clear Language Lab Community of Practice
April 24, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Presented by Literacy Works

Webinar: Teaching Time Series: Supporting Toddlers With Autism
April 24, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by the Office of Head Start

Webinar: Conscious Discipline and Culturally Responsive Teaching: The Dynamic Duo
April 24, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by Conscious Discipline

Webinar: Birth to Five Countywide Consultation Call
April 24, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

LA Historic Farmers Market Earth Day Celebration
April 24, 3:00pm – 7:00pm: Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1245 N Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by LA Historic Farmers Market

Foro de Vivienda
24 de Abril, 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Napa Valley College, 2277 Napa Valley Hwy, Napa, CA 94558
Presentado por Vision y Compromiso

Webinar: Trailblazers in Conversation with Dr. Anthony Wexler: Air Quality in LA County
April 24, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Presented by LA County Library

Friday, April 25

Virtual Training: Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) Online Hands-on Learning Institute
April 25, 8:00am – 2:00pm
Presented by Brookes Publishing

Webinar: Moving Stillness: Grounding in Times of Chaos
April 25, 10:00am (every other Friday until June 20)
A virtual space to find solace and be supported during times of uncertainty.
Presented by Protecting Immigrant Families

Westside Food Bank Emergency Relief Distributions and Resource Fair
April 25, 3:30pm – 6:00pm: West LA Civic Center Plaza, 1645 Corinth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Presented by Westside Food Bank

Saturday, April 26

Webinar: 2025 Community Action Summit/ Cumbre de Accion Comunitaria 2025
April 26, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Register here in English or Spanish
Presented by Best Start Region 2

LA County Youth Commission District 4 Empowerment Forum
April 26, 10:00am – 2:00pm: South Whittier Community Resource Center, 10750 Laurel Avenue, Whittier, CA 90605
Presented by Los Angeles County Youth Commission

Sunday, April 27

The 12th Annual Special Needs Resource Fair
April 27,11:00am – 2:00pm: The Help Group’s Autism Center: 13164 Burbank Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
Presented by The Help Group and LA Parent

2025 Fiesta Broadway
April 27, 11:00am – 6:00pm: DTLA on Broadway between 1^st St and 4^th St.
This event is free and open to the public.
Presented by PLAYLA from the Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation

Cinco de Mayo Family Day
April 27, 12:00pm – 4:00pm: LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 N Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by Metro Bike Share