Upcoming Events for the Week of May 20th

May 20, 2024 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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Ongoing Opportunities

Request for Services for L.A. County Department of Public Health Unified Home Visiting Billing System Consultant Services
Open until May 22, 11:00am
Public Health seeks a vendor to design and implement a Unified Home Visiting Billing System (UHVBS) to establish a cohesive, cross-program financing system that will support HV expansion and coordination, ensuring that families are supported based on the home visiting program and model that meets their needs, regardless of funding source. Click here for more information.

Free Citizenship & Immigration Resources At L.A. County Libraries
LA County Library offers Citizenship in a Bag, a toolkit with resources for customers seeking to obtain US Citizenship. This toolkit in a bag contains a variety of educational materials for the naturalization exam, including flashcards, multimedia tools, and a FREE citizenship folder with valuable resources that customers can keep. Borrow or place a hold on a Citizenship in a Bag toolkit here.

The L.A. County Arts Internship Program is back!
This year’s program will provide over 200 paid internships for college students at more than 160 arts organizations across L.A. County. Positions are a mix of full-time and part-time opportunities. Go to: lacountyarts.org/internships to apply.

Request FREE COVID-19 Home Antigen Tests to Distribute in Your Community
The L.A. County Department of Public Health is providing home antigen COVID-19 test kits to agencies in high-need communities. If your agency is interested in distributing these in the community, submit a request here.

California Launches Free Digital Behavioral Health Platforms for Children and Families
The Behavioral Health Virtual Services Platform consists of two independent programs that work with two different populations: BrightLife Kids, created by Brightline, is intended for children aged 0 to 12 and their parents or caregivers. Kooth created Soluna, an app for teenagers and young adults aged 13–25 years old. Each app offers free coaching, educational content, assessment/tools, and care navigation services

Recruiting Participants to be Interviewed for a Dissertation Study
A UCLA doctorate 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 get an understanding about the decision-making process of seeking formal developmental screenings and early intervention services for their child. Participants will receive $100 in compensation.

Tiny Nests; Research Participant Opportunity for Expecting Parents
A USC grad student is seeking participants to engage in a study and share their voice. Her study is looking at how expecting parents engage in nesting and place-making behaviors during pregnancy. Participants can receive up to $125 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 the L.A. County Department of Public Health

Free Vaccine Clinics at Your Local Library
Stay healthy – get a flu vaccination and the updated 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine. Health insurance is not required but will be requested from those who are insured. See when this is offered at your local library branch.
Presented by LA County Department of Public Health and LA County Library

Help Me Grow LA Call Center Is Open: 833-903-3972
Family Partners are taking calls to assist families in L.A. County who have children with special needs or developmental concerns. Learn more about Help Me Grow LA at HelpMeGrowLA.org.

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.

Inglewood Oil Field Communities Health Impact Survey
If you live 1.5 miles from the Inglewood Oil Field, participate in a survey to understand the health impacts on residents that live near it. The survey is confidential and voluntary. For more information contact Ms. Ha Luong at (310) 957-9209 or email haluong97@g.ucla.edu
Presented by LA Public Health and UCLA

LAUSD is Offering 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)

L.A. County Mortgage Relief Program for Landlords in High-Need Areas
Qualified applicants can receive up to $30,000 to eliminate outstanding mortgage or utility debt that was caused from the pandemic.

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

Parents and Families of Children Ages 0-8 living in LA County, Make Your Voice Count! (Spanish)
Register to join Families Together for Kids in LA County to share your experiences and opinions through online surveys that can improve the future for all children in LA County. Each survey will give you the opportunity to receive a $5 gift card for your participation.
Presented by First 5 LA

Apply to Be a Bus Driver with LA Unified School District (LAUSD)
LAUSD is hiring light bus drivers. Qualified applicants must have a HS diploma / GED, 6+ months of paid experience in 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, and a valid CA school bus driver certificate. Visit the LAUSD jobs website here for additional information.

CalFresh Benefits Market Match
Use the CalFresh Market Match program at your neighborhood farmers’ market to maximize your CalFresh rewards. When you use your EBT card at a farmers’ market to receive CalFresh benefits worth $15, you will also receive $15.

Get Help with Southern California Edison – Energy Saving Assistance Program
Southern California Edison’s Energy Savings Assistance program helps cover the cost of new energy-efficient appliances. The program is available to homeowners and renters if income qualifications are met.
Presented by Southern California Edison

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.

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

CSU Dominguez Hills Study: Seeking Participants Who are Expecting Their First Child
Are you 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

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.

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.

Teen Parent Prosper Program
Pregnant or parenting teens living in the City of Los Angeles are eligible for this 800-hour paid internship program. The opportunity is limited to the first 40 eligible applicants. Apply here or contact Claudia Castillo at (213) 808-8652 or Claudia.Castillo@lacity.org for more information.
Presented by the City of Los Angeles’ Community Investment for Families Department and others

Registration Open for Spring Classes and Activities at LA County Parks
Whether you’re taking up a new hobby, learning a new skill or being more active, LA County Parks invites you to join a class! They are offering a variety of in-person and virtual classes to help you get active, stay healthy, and enjoy a new hobby. From yoga and sports to music and arts, there is a class for everyone! Check out their fall classes and register for an activity at reservations.lacounty.gov.
Presented by the L.A. County Department of Parks and Recreation

Free Snacks for Kids at L.A. County Parks
September 5 – May 24, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Children and youth ages 18 and under receive a “grab and go” nutritious snack that include vegetables, fruits, seeds and healthy dairy products like milk, string cheese and yogurt, at 47 locations. This free nutrition program will run for a total 34 weeks. Go here to see dates and locations.

Youth at Work
Are you age 14-24 and looking for a job? You can earn money while learning valuable life and work skills. This program provides access to paid work-based learning, work readiness, personal enrichment training, academic and career development, and advanced career services. Apply here.
Presented by Youth@Work

LA County Library & LA County Library Foundation Partner with Seattle Seahawks Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu
Uchenna Nwosu is partnering with the Library and LA County Library Foundation to fund a My Brother’s Keeper Peer Advocate position at Lancaster Library for the next three years. If you are interested and want to make an impact in the Lancaster community you can learn more about the MBK Peer Advocate position and complete an interest form 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.

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.

Monday, May 20

Virtual Training: De-Escalation: Trauma-Informed
May 20, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by the Los Angeles Housing Services Authority

Virtual Training: Advanced Reflective Supervision
May 20, 9:00am – 12:15pm
Presented by Community Partners FBO Maternal Mental Health Now

Virtual Training: Child Parent Psychotherapy (CCP) – 18 – Month Implementational Level Training
May 20, 2024 – May 20, 2025. 9:00am – 1:30pm
Presented by CPP LA 10 National Trainer in Child Parent Psychotherapy: Maricella Mendez-Sherwin, Ph.D

Virtual Training: Non-Coercive Approaches to Conflict Management
May 20 & 21, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for Learning Center

Virtual Event: Early Intervention, Advocacy and the California Budget May Revise
May 20, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by the Infant Development Association of California

Virtual Training: Complex Trauma Informed Practices
May 20, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for Learning Center

Save the Date: National Citizen Review Panel Conference: Empowering Communities to Lead Change
May 20 – 22: Paradise Point, 1404 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA 92109
Presented by the Child & Family Policy Institute of California

Tuesday, May 21

Virtual Training: DC: 0 – 5 Clinical Training
May 21 – 23, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by ZERO TO THREE

Virtual Training: Workplace Safety & Communication
May 21, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Webinar: Baby Bonds: Building Financial Security
May 21, 10:00am
Presented by Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors

Webinar: The Leader’s Role in Disrupting Ableism as a Form of Bias
May 21, 12:00pm
Presented by Office of Head Start

Virtual Workshop: Disaster Preparedness for People with Chronic Diseases in Medically Under-resourced Communities
May 21, 12:00pm – 12:50pm
Presented by Community Clinic Association of L.A. County

Virtual Meeting: California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC) May State Call
May 21, 1:00pm
Presented by CIPC

Virtual Training: Teaching Adult English Learners Who Are Emergent Readers
May 21,3:30pm – 5:00pm
Presented by Literacy Works

Virtual Workshop: Supporting Language and Cognitive Development of Infants and Toddlers
May 21, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Presented by the LA County Department of Public Health Office for Advancement of Early Care and Education

Wednesday, May 22

Virtual Training: Integrating Evidence-Based Strategies into Routine Supervision Practice
May 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Birth Equity Modules Course Preview
May 22, 9:30am – 10:30am
Presented by the Institute for Perinatal Quality Improvement

Webinar: Innovative Practices in Screening for and Addressing Maternal Mental Health
May 22, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by Community Health Center, Inc. (CHCI) and Health Outreach Partners (HOP)

Webinar: Training Supervisors To Help Reduce Burnout Among Public Health Workers
May 22, 10:00am
Presented byThe National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Webinar: Let’s Talk Perinatal Equity: Creating a Respectful Care Environment: Lessons from a Trauma-Informed Approach
May 22, 12:00pm
Presented by the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative

Virtual Event: It Starts With Mom Live
May 22, 12:00pm
Preeclampsia Awareness Month event that will highlight five things to know about preeclampsia, low dose aspirin and healthy pregnancies.
Presented by March of Dimes, California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative and others

Webinar: Developmental-Relational Trauma: What Is It, Why Does It Matter, How Do We Respond In Service Of Healing?
May 22, 12:00pm
Presented by Rapid Response Home Visiting

Webinar: Low Dose Aspirin Campaign to Reduce Preeclampsia & Related Preterm Birth
May 22, 1:30pm
Learn about the promotion of LDA to prevent preeclampsia and subsequent preterm birth for California’s women and birthing people.
Presented by March of Dimes, California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative and others

Virtual Training: Boundaries & Ethics
May 22, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Charla Virtual: Apoyando el desarrollo del lenguaje y la cognición de Bebés y Niños Pequéños
May 22, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Presentado por LA County Department of Public Health Office for Advancement of Early Care and Education

The 2024 Compton Employment and Resource Fair
May 22, 12:00pm – 5:00pm: Caldwell Elementary School, 2300 W. Caldwell Stress, Compton, CA 90220
Presented by Athletes for Life After School Academy

Hybrid Talk: Breaking the Silence on Untreated Autism Among Asian American Children and Their Families
May 22, 6:00pm: Stanford Health Library, 211 Quarry Rd., #201, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Presented by Stanford Center for Asian Health Research and Education

Thursday, May 23

Webinar: How to Raise a Cavity-Free Kid: Infant-Toddler Oral Disease Prevention
May 23, 9:00am
Presented by the National Collaborative for Infants & Toddlers

Webinar: Healing the Legacy: Fathers of Color and Intergenerational Trauma Webinar
May 23, 10:00am
Presented by Pritzer Children’s Institute

Virtual Meeting: Power Prism®: Grassroots
May 23, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by American Heart Association and Voices for Healthy Kids

Virtual Training: Results-Oriented Communication
May 23, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Presented by the Los Angeles Housing Services Authority

Virtual Training: Intergenerational Trauma: Understanding and Addressing Racial Trauma in Behavioral Health
May 23, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Presented by the DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Speaking Up: Helping Children With Tourette’s Self-Advocate
May 23, 2:30pm
Presented by Fort Health and others

Take Action LA County Event
May 23, 11:00am: LA City College, 855 N Vermont, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Participants can enjoy a variety of activities such as skateboarding, meditation, on-site haircuts, health care opportunities, entertainment, and more!
Presented by Take Action LA and L.A. County Department of Mental Health

Village Wellness Event
May 23, 3:00pm – 7:00pm: Therapeutic Play Foundation, 236 West Mountain St., Pasadena, CA 91103
Presented by Therapeutic Play Foundation

Friday, May 24

Virtual Training: Burnout Prevention
May 24, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Virtual Workshop: Turtle Talk: Collectively Raising Indige – Babies
May 24 – October 18, Fridays, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Saturday, May 25

26^th Annual Tribute to Veterans & Military Families
May 25, 10:00am – 1:00pm: Arcadia County Park, 405 S Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
Presented by Military Veterans Affairs and others

Creative Ways Mental Health Wellness Fair
May 25, 10:00am – 2:00pm: Gloria Molina Grand Park, 200 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by Gloria Molina Grand Park and Center Theatre Group

California African American Museum (CAAM) x Metro Bike Share Community Ride
May 25, 11:00am – 1:00pm: California African American Museum, 600 State Drive Los Angeles, CA 90037
Metro Bike Share is offering the 30-Day Pass for just $1 with code BIKEMONTH24. Code is valid for both Full Fare and Reduced Fare passes.
Presented by Metro Bike Share

Mental Health Wellness Block Party Event
May 25, 12:00pm – 5:00pm: SouthLA Café, 1700 Browning Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90062
Presented by WIN and SouthLA Cafe

Sunday, May 26

Marina Culture Jam
May 26, 11:30am: Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Live performances, arts and crafts, cultural learning activities, and more.
Presented by L.A. County Department of Beaches and Harbors and The Music Center