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Upcoming Events for the Week of February 13th

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 women 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 snish@labestbabies.org. And stay in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube!

February is:

Ongoing Opportunities

Free COVID-19 Telehealth Services
If you test positive for COVID-19 or have questions about symptoms, reach out to the Public Health Call Center for a free telehealth screening at 1-833-540-0473. The center is open 7 days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Health

Consumer Relief for Natural Gas Bills
Various resources are available to assist income-qualified customers with high gas bills. Learn more here.
Presented by SoCalGas 

Early Learning Readiness (ELR) Programs at the YMCA help children (0-5 years) develop the physical, verbal, and social skills they need to be school-ready. Caregivers learn how children develop and how to encourage skill-building at home. See flyers in English and in Spanish. YMCA’s offering ELR program:

USC School of Early Childhood Education is Now Enrolling
The program is open to children ages 0-5 and pregnant people. There are options for Early Head Start, Head Start and State preschool. Call (213) 743-2466 to learn more.

¡Más Fresco! More Fresh Program for CalFresh Households
CalFresh recipients can enroll in this program to earn up to $100 per month when they buy fresh fruits and vegetables with their CalFresh benefits at a participating Northgate González Market. Learn more here.

Discounted Internet Access: Affordable Connectivity Program
Run by the Federal Communications Commission, this program reduces the cost of internet for families with a limited income. See if you qualify here.

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.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This program assists families with energy costs. They provide federally-funded assistance in managing costs associated with home energy bills, energy crises, weatherization and energy-related minor home repairs. Eligibility for LIHEAP services can vary depending on income, household size, place of residence, and other factors. To apply for LIHEAP services and to inquire about the type of assistance available in your area, please use the search feature to contact your local LIHEAP agency for more information.

UCLA Breastfeeding Study: Seeking Interview Participants
Get a $75 gift card for doing a 45- to 60-minute phone/zoom interview about breastfeeding. Must be pregnant or have recently given birth and identify as Asian American, Black or African American, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander. Select a time to do the interview here. Contact ajscheitler@ucla.edu if you have questions.
Study conducted by UCLA Center for Health Policy Research

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.

WIC Families Get Benefits at the Farmers’ Market
WIC families can get $30 to buy fruits and vegetables at WIC-certified Farmers’ Markets (limit one per family per year). Text “Farmers” to 91997 for more info or use this tool to find your nearest Farmers’ Market that accepts WIC.

Pregnant? Sign up for KPCC’s New Pregnancy Texting Service
KPCC and LAist have a new texting service that they are inviting pregnant people to help beta test. Get answers to some of your questions about pregnancy, birth and parent life. Text “heybb” to 73224 to sign up.

Food Giveaways
See our updated list throughout L.A. County. For all in-person events, remind families to wear masks, maintain social distancing, and stay home if they feel sick or have been diagnosed with COVID.

Low-Income Fare is Easy (LIFE) Program
This program is open to low-income individuals who live in Los Angeles County. LIFE offers discounts on weekly and monthly transit passes on Metro and any LIFE participating transit agencies.
Presented by Metro

Free or Low-Cost Internet for Students
Visit GetConnectedLosAngeles.lacity.org or call 3-1-1 to learn about available options.
Presented by the City of L.A.

Resources to Bridge the Digital Divide
A recent LA Health Collaborative focused on helping underserved families in LA County get connected. For a very comprehensive library of resources, see the Digital Divide Toolkit from the Community Clinic Association of LA County. Here are a couple of good links to share with clients (those without Internet access can call 3-1-1 to learn about available options):
Get Connected LosAngeles
Affordable Connectivity Program

Free Rapid & PCR COVID Testing
Dates and times vary: Locations vary
Free testing will be available by appointment only.
Presented by Total Testing Solutions

Golden Bear Pass
CalWORKs families can receive a complimentary 2023 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

Fall at LA County Parks
Free and paid programs for youth and families, including sports clinics, nature exploration, swimming, and more. Some require pre-registration using this reservation system.
Presented by L.A. County Parks & Recreation

The 2022 – 2023 Winter Shelter Program Now Open in L.A. County
Available through March 31
New flexible Augmented Winter Shelter Program provides motel vouchers to protect the unhoused from inclement weather.
Presented by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

Free Snack Program at LA County Parks
Now – May 19, Monday – Friday, 3:00pm – 4:00pm: Various parks throughout L.A. County
Presented by L.A. County Parks & Recreation

Every Body Plays
Now – May 26 (Monday – Friday), 2:30pm – 5:30pm: Various parks throughout L.A. County
Free activities overseen by L.A. County Parks staff.
Presented by L.A. County Parks & Recreation

Early Learning Readiness: Free Child & Caregiver Class (Spanish)
Now – June, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm: Southeast Rio Vista YMCA, 4801 E. 58th St., Maywood, CA 90270
To register or for more information, call Youth Director Andrea at (323) 588-2256.
Presented by Southeast Rio Vista YMCA

Virtual Meet-ups: New Dads Connect Group
Starting September, weekly, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
To learn more, contact newdadsconnect@jfsla.org or call (213) 332-3421.
Presented by Jewish Family Service LA

Monday, February 13

Virtual Training: Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training for Mental Health and Clinical Professionals
February 13 – May 22 (Mondays), 10:00am – 12:00pm
Registration closes on February 6th.
Presented by 2020 Mom and Postpartum Support International

The ABC’s of the IEP (Individualized Education Programs) for Families
February 13, 10:00am: Southeast Family Resource Center; 15415 S. Pioneer Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650
Presented by Southeast Resource Center and Office of Clients’ Rights Advocacy

Virtual Training: Mindfulness Mondays
February 13 – June 26, Mondays, 8:00am – 8:30am
Presented by Children’s Institute

Tuesday, February 14

Webinar: Self-Care Session
February 14, 9:00am – 9:30am
Presented by Centralized Training Academy

Virtual Training: Fostering Crucial Conversations about Race with Children and Families
February 14, 9:00am – 1:00pm
To register for this training, you must create an account with eventsHUB.
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Overdose Prevention Message That Saves Lives: A New Evidence-Based Communications Framework
February 14, 10:00am
Presented by Rescue Agency

Virtual Training: Integrated Core Practice Model Foundational Training
February 14, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
To register for this training, you must create an account with eventsHUB.
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Mental Health

Virtual Event: Serving From the Heart: A Look Into Native Teachings Connected to Self – Care and Humility
February 14, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Please contact Julie Taren at jt7275@gmail.com or Maurean Stephenson at mail@idaofcal.org if you have any questions. 
Presented by the Infant Development Association of California.

Virtual Training: Addressing Behaviors that Challenge
February 14 – March 2 (Tuesdays and Thursdays), 4:00pm – 6:00pm
This 16-hour course includes six 2-hour live training sessions delivered over three weeks, and four hours.
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Wednesday, February 15

Virtual Training: High-Risk Newborn Behavioral Observations System (NBO) Training Program
February 15 – 16, 6:00am – 2:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Overcoming Awkwardness: Discussing Body Development Does Not Have to be a Horror Show
February 15, 9:00am – 10:00am
Presented by the DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Virtual Training: Child and Family Team Facilitator Training
February 15 & 16, 9:00am – 2:00pm
Attendance is required for both days. To register for this training, you must create an account with eventsHUB.
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Mental Health

Virtual Event: 5th Annual School Community Symposium: On the Path Towards Collective Healing
February 15, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles County Office of Education and others

Virtual Training: Best Practices in Birth to Five Intervention Strategies
February 15, 9:00am – 4:00pm
To register for this training, you must create an account with eventsHUB.
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Mental Health

Virtual Meeting: New Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Guidance on Addressing Social Needs Through Medicaid: Implications for States, Managed Care, and Health Systems
February 15, 11:00am
Presented by HealthBegins and Center for Health Care Strategies

Webinar: Seeking Solutions to Chronic Homelessness: A Panel Discussion
February 15, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Presented by UC Center Sacramento

Webinar: The Future of Employer Benefits: Modernizing EAP Programs to Meet Employees’ Social Needs
February 15, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Presented by FindHelp

Webinar: Sparking Connections: Using Sparks as a Tool for Home Visits
February 15, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Presented by Rapid Response Virtual Home Visiting

Thursday, February 16

Webinar: Supporting Queer and Trans Parents in Their Lactation Goals
February 16, 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by BreastfeedLA and others

Virtual Training: Mental Health First Aid®
February 16, 9:00am – 4:30pm
Presented by the Community Clinic Association of Los Angeles County

Child Development Workshop for Parents and Caregivers
February 16, 9:30am – 11:00am: El Monte Community Resource Center, 570 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731
To register, call (213) 428-1495.
Presented by Help Me Grow LA and others

Webinar: The PUMP Act: Its Potential Impact on Women Who Breastfeed and Where They Work
February 16, 10:00amPresented by the NICHQ National Action Partnership to Promote Safe Sleep Improvement and Innovation Network (NAPPSS-IIN) Project

Webinar: Innovative Practices for Providing Sexual Health Education and Services in Schools
February 16, 12:30pm
Presented by Child Trends

Virtual Training: Grief and Loss: Supporting Children, Youth, and Families
February 16, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
To register for this training, you must create an account with eventsHUB.
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Individual & Collective Well-Being Among School Staff, Educators & Administrators Series
February 16, 3:30pm
Presented by Alliance for a Healthier Generation and others

VirtualiTEA: Community Resiliency Model (CRM)
February 16, 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Presented by the South Los Angeles/South Bay African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Initiative and others

Friday, February 17

Free Car Seat Safety Workshop
February 17, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Antelope Valley Wellness Community; 335-B East Ave K-6, Lancaster, CA 93535
Call (323) 539-6531 or email JFigueroa2@ph.lacounty.gov for more information.
Presented by Antelope Valley Wellness Community

Meet the Doula Night
February 17, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presented by Happy Mama Healthy Baby Alliance

Noche de conocer las doulas
17 de febrero, 6:15pm – 7:15pm
Presented by Happy Mama Healthy Baby Alliance

Saturday, February 18

Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Drive-Thru Collection Event
February 18, 9:00am – 3:00pm: Dock 52 Parking Lot, Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
For more information, call (800) 238-0173 or email info@lacsd.org.
Presented by Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts and others

Child Care Open Enrollment – Get Help Paying For Child Care
February 18, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Families can learn about their options and get help completing an application for child care financial assistance at this event. Click here to reserve a spot. Can’t make it in person? Go to www.ccrcca.org/apply or call 1-866-67-4KIDS.
Presented by Child Care Resource Center

Vietnamese Parents with Disabled Children Association Service Provider Fair
February 18, 2:30pm – 4:30pm, The Center at Founders Village, 17967 Bushard St., Fountain Valley, Ca 92708
Presented by Vietnamese Parents with Disabled Children Association

Sunday, February 19

We don’t know of any events happening today.

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