Upcoming Events for the Week of August 26th

August 26, 2024 Genesis Garcia-Henriquez 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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Ongoing Opportunities

Dive Into Summer With L.A. County Parks & Recreation
LA County Parks & Rec is hosting pool parties to kick-off summer at public pools. Families can enjoy free recreational swim, exciting games, fun giveaways, music, delicious food, and much more.

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.

SUN Bucks: A Summer Food Program
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. You don’t need to do anything to sign up. SUN Bucks provides $40 per month for food for June, July and August 2024 ($120 total)

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.

Virtual Focus Group Opportunities (Spanish)
EurekaFacts is seeking Spanish-speaking Hispanic/Latina women, preferably of Mexican or Central American heritage, who are 18 or older to join a voluntary 90-minute focus group. The groups will be discussing women’s health experiences related to health and culture. A $75 incentive will be offered to each participant in exchange for their time and work.

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.

LAUSD Offering Free Devices for Virtual Tutoring Services
LAUSD students receiving tutoring services through LAUSD may access learning devices, like laptops, to virtually connect with their tutor and/or complete assignments online. Request a device at LAUSD Device and Connectivity.
Presented by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)

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.

Participate in the Metro and LADOT 2024 Mobility Wallet Pilot Program
Application period closes in early September
The City of Los Angeles and Metro are offering residents of LA County a chance to participate in the Mobility Wallet Pilot Program. This program will allow eligible participants to receive a prepaid debit card with up to $1,800 for a year that can be used for eligible transportation purposes. This program is limited to 2,000 participants.

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

City of Long Beach Youth Advisory Council – 2024 Application
Advisory Council includes one young person from each City Council district. They earn $50 for every meeting or activity, up to $1,100/year. Youth Councilmembers serve a 12-month term, and the meetings are a hybrid of in-person and virtual. Youth Advisory Council application deadline is August 31. Email questions toyouth@longbeach.gov.

This Week’s Events

Monday, August 26

Webinar: New Approaches to Vaccine Communications
August 26, 11:30am – 1:00pm
Presented by Public Health Communications Collaborative

Tuesday, August 27

Virtual Training: Adapting Evidence – Based Practice to Meet Your Community’s Needs
August 27, 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by California Training Institute

Virtual Workshop: Touchpoints in Schools: The How of Child and Family Engagement
August 27 – September 12, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: Self-Determination Program
August 27, 10:00am
Presented by ARC of California Caring Futures

Webinar: Including Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Part 2
August 27, 12:00pm
Presented by Office of Head Start

Webinar: Heat Kills: Heat Protections for Indoor Workers (California)
August 27, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Presented by Warehouse Worker Resource Center

Webinar: A Father’s Journey Supporting Breastfeeding
August 27, 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Presented by Tampa Bay Breastfeeding Task Force

Wednesday, August 28

Breast Milk Drive
August 28, 10:00am – 1:00pm: Antelope Valley Wellness Community, 335-B East Avenue K-6, Lancaster, CA 93535
Presented by Antelope Valley African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Prevention Initiative

Webinar: Introduction to Evidence-based Hearing Screening Practices for Children Age 0-5
August 28, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Presented by Utah State University

Webinar: 4 Steps to Healthy and Safe Learning Environment
August 28, 11:00am
Presented by Office of Head Start

Virtual Class: Smart Grocery Shopping: How to Make Healthy Choices
August 28, 12:00pm – 12:30pm
To register, email Ann Lin at ann.lin901@commonspirit.org.
Presented by Dignity Health – California Hospital Medical Center

Compton Fair Housing Workshop
August 28, 2:00pm – 4:00pm: Compton Library, 240 W. Compton Blvd., Compton, CA 90220
Presented by Fair Housing Foundation

Virtual Meeting: Listening Session on How to Address Homelessness in San Fernando Valley
August 28, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Register here.
Presented by County of Los Angeles Homeless Initiative

Candid Conversations about Cannabis: Informed Cannabis Use
August 28, 6:00pm – 7:30pm: South Whittier Community Resource Center, 10750 Laurel Ave., Whittier, CA 90605
Presented by the Office of Cannabis Management

Thursday, August 29

Virtual Training: Understanding Your Role in Creating a Trauma–Informed Environment
August 29, 10:00am – 11:30am
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Beyond the Talk: Creating Racial Equity in the Classroom
August 29, 10:00am – 11:30am
Presented by Start Early Champions for Early Learning

Long Beach Reentry Community Forum
August 29, 4:00pm – 6:00pm: Ron Arias Health Equity Center, 6335 Myrtle Ave., Long Beach, CA 90805
Presented by Long Beach Health & Human Services

Birthing Boldly, Fearlessly Feeding: Know Your Rights Training for Parents and Providers
August 29 – 30: 8:00am – 4:00pm: The California Endowment, 1000 Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by BreastfeedLA

Friday, August 30

We don’t know of any events happening today.

Saturday, August 31

Breastfeeding Support Group and Breast Milk Drive
August 31, 4:00pm – 6:00pm: Mariposa Community Home, 45534 Gadsden Ave., Lancaster, CA 93534
Presented by the African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Initiative – Antelope Valley

Transborder Future: In the Place of the White Heron
August 31, 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural, 12677 Glenoaks Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342
Presented by Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural & Bookstore

Sunday, September 1