Upcoming Events for the Week of November 22nd
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:
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November is:
- Bladder Health Awareness Month
- Bone Marrow Awareness Month
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month
Learn about COPD symptoms, causes and risk factors. Also see the COPD patient resources and videos for patients and caregivers. - Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
- Native American Heritage Month
- National Diabetes Month
See the diabetes overview to learn about symptoms, risks, and prevention. Also see the CDC’s diabetes resources. - National Epilepsy Awareness Month
- National Family Caregivers Month
See 10 tips for family caregivers and available resources in the Family Caregiver Toolbox. Also check out this toolkit created by Mental Health America (MHA). - National Healthy Skin Month
- National Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
See available patient and caregiver resources and the risks, genetics, and prevention of stomach cancer. - Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
- Prematurity Awareness Month
See available prematurity research and tools and resources for pregnancy, babies, complications and loss. - Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month
- Medical-Surgical Nurses Week (November 1 – 7)
- National Medical Staff Services Awareness Week (November 7 – 13)
- National Nurse Practitioner Week (November 7 – 13)
- World Pneumonia Day (November 12)
- National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (November 13 – 21)
- World Diabetes Day (November 14)
- World Prematurity Day (November 17)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day (November 17)
- World Pancreatic Cancer Day (November 18)
- International Day for Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Prevention and Healing (November 18)
- The Great American Smokeout Day (November 18)
- U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week (November 18 – 24)
- World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (November 18 – 24)
- International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (November 20)
Find an International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day event near you. - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Awareness Week (November 21 – 27)
- National Family Health History Day (November 25)
Events happening throughout November
COVID-19 Vaccine Registration for LA County Residents
Open Registration, 8:00am – 8:00pm
See the website for information on which groups are currently being vaccinated. No Internet access? Call (833) 540-0473 for assistance with appointments Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 8:30pm.
Presented by County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health
Early Childhood and Family Engagement Events
Presented by the Los Angeles Public Library:
- Baby & Toddler Storytime Outside: Wednesdays, 10:00am: Valley Plaza Branch Library, 12311 Vanowen Street, North Hollywood, CA 91605
- Storytime Online: Tuesday – Friday, 10:00am
- Outdoor Arts & Crafts: Wednesdays, 4:00pm: Pio Pico – Koreantown Branch Library, 694 S. Oxford Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90005
- Virtual Mini-Storytime: Thursdays, 11:00am
For more information on the events hosted, please refer to this calendar.
Monday, November 22
Work Ready 6-Week Program to Enhance Job-Readiness
November 22 – December 13, TBA
Presented by Los Angeles County Library
Drive-Thru Turkey Giveaway
November 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm (while supplies last): Bell Community Center (Parking Lot), 6250 Pine Avenue, Bell, CA 90201
This is event is limited to residents of Bell, Cudahy, Hawaiian Gardens, Lakewood, Lynwood, Maywood, Paramount, South Gate and North Long Beach. No registration is required and one turkey will be provided per car. For more information, please call (562) 529-3250.
Presented by Assemblymember Anthony Rendon of District 63, City of Bell, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
Virtual Training: Promoting Placement Stability Utilizing the Child and Family Team Process
November 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
Bellibind Wrap Clinic Support Group
November 22, 10:15am – 11:00am
Presented by Mahmee
Webinar: Early Psychosis Intervention Network (EPINET); National Learning Healthcare System for Early Psychosis
November 22, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Presented by 2020 Mom
Virtual Training: Promoting Placement Stability Utilizing the Child and Family Team Process
November 22, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
Nutrition Telehealth Class (English)
November 22, 3:00pm
For additional information and questions, please contact Denise Torres at (818) 898-1388, ext. 42053.
Presented by Northeast Valley Health Corporation
Tuesday, November 23
8th Annual Turkey & Food Distribution
November 23, 9:00am (while supplies last): 4735 E. Slauson Avenue, Maywood, CA 90270
For more information, please call Diane Flores at (310) 522-2277.
Presented by United Steelworkers Local 675 and other community organizations
Drive-Thru Turkey Giveaway
November 23, 9:00am – 12:00pm (while supplies last): Hollywood Park, 1001 S. Stadium Drive, Inglewood, CA 90301 (parking lot J – enter off Pincay and Stadium Drive; between Crenshaw Boulevard and Prairie Avenue)
Pre-registration is required and no walk-ups will be allowed.
Presented by The City of Inglewood, Pepsi and others
Virtual Training: Promoting Placement Stability Utilizing the Child and Family Team Process
November 23, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
Turkey Giveaway Event
November 23, 9:00am – 2:00pm (while supplies last): The Children’s Collective, Inc./Rita Walters Learning Complex, 915 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Advanced registration required. Register November 9th or 16th to receive a free turkey on November 23, 2021. Attendees must bring a valid photo ID and proof of income.
Presented by The Children’s Collective, in partnership with Hurting & Hungry Charities and SCLC Poor People’s Campaign
Virtual Event: The Fatherhood Connection: Engaging Dads at the Community Level – Serving Young Children of Veterans: A Panel Discussion on the Report by the NCTSN-VA Subcommittee
November 23, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by ZERO TO THREE
Thanksgiving Turkey and Essentials Giveaway
November 23, 2:00pm – 4:00pm (while supplies last): 2010 W. 62nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047
Pre-registration is required and infant diapers will be available for pick up for those who pre-register.
Presented by Open Arms Food Pantry and Resource Center
Grupo de Paternidad Activa (4a edicion) – Sesión 4: Desarrollo de Valor y de la Estima Propia
23 de noviembre, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Para registrarse o para más información, por favor contacte a Katerin Ochoa a kochoa@pacsla.org o (562) 526-7980.
Presented by Pacific Asian Counseling Services (PACS)
Wednesday, November 24
A True Touch — Giving with Gratitude: Thanksgiving Feeding Program
November 24, 10:00am – 1:00pm (while supplies last): True Zion Church, 1254 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Presented by True Zion Church
23rd Annual Harvest Feast in the Park
November 24, 11:00am – 1:00pm (while supplies last): Wilmington Town Square Park (Avalon & I Street), 105 West “I” Street, Wilmington, CA 90744
A hot Thanksgiving meal, beverages and dessert will be served to members of the community.
Presented by Marathon Employees and The Contractor Safety Council and CHIRP Los Angeles
Alimentación Sana, Vida Activa (Clase de Telemedicina)
24 de noviembre, 5:00pm
Para más información, por favor contacte a Denise Torres a (818) 898-1388, ext. 42053.
Presentado por Northeast Valley Health Corporation
Thursday, November 25
Today is National Family Health History Day (November 25)!
Free Chicken Meal and Gift Cards Event
November 25, 1:00pm – 3:00pm: 1625 Schrader Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90028
Gift cards will be available for the first 500 people in line. The last meal for this event will be served at 3:00pm.
Presented by Food on Foot
Friday, November 26
We don’t know of any events happening today.
Saturday, November 27
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Sunday, November 28
We don’t know of any events happening today.