**Due to COVID-19 we cannot guarantee that some of these events are still being held. Please contact these agencies for complete information.**

Educational Resources & Information

2nd WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: Benefits Workshop. Have questions about SSI, SSDI, Medi-Cal, or other benefits? Come to this workshop. For more information, please view their flyer.

3rd THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: PASC Tele-Town Hall. The Personal Assistance Services Council of Los Angeles County holds a monthly call in which IHSS issues are discussed including the latest issues, legislation, changes to the program, guest speakers, and a live Q&A session. Click the link above and click "join us online". Or, you can call in at 877-229-8493 and enter ID code 111563.

ONGOING:  The Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) is urging In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) recipients to contact their local utility company to see if they are eligible to reduce their monthly bill through the Medical Baseline Allowance. The Medical Baseline Allowance will help customers who use electrically-powered medical equipment at home pay the cost of operating the life-saving equipment. View their flyer for complete information.

ONGOING: The CHAT (Child Abuse Treatment) Program at Foothill Family offers counseling and case management services to children 0 – 17 years of age who have experienced physical or sexual abuse, neglect, live in high risk neighborhoods where they are exposed to violence or there is danger of gang involvement, been exposed to domestic violence and/or any other type of victimization or exposure to a crime. These services are for children who are NOT covered by Medi-Cal. For more information, please view their flyer here. You can also view their Spanish flyer here.

ONGOING: The agency, Bet Tzedek, is providing a user-friendly guide to In-Home Supportive Services called the IHSS Companion. To learn more about IHSS please view the guide here.

ONGOING: The USC Family Caregiver Support Center, is one of 11 nonprofit Caregiver Resource Centers across California that serve about 14,000 families a year. Their aim is to offer low-cost or free services, regardless of income, to people caring for someone 18 or older. Their offerings include stress-busting activities like yoga and meditation; legal and financial consultations; and tips on how to choose a home health agency, talk to doctors or manage difficult behavior.  Read a testimonial.

ONGOING: Read this Community Resources Guide in Spanish for important information on what you should know and do as an immigrant living in Los Angeles. Read the guide in English.

ONGOING: The California Department of Education has a toll-free number through their "Procedural Safeguards and Referral Services." By calling or emailing them, you can receive technical assistance, information, and resources regarding your child's or your adult child's educational rights. You can usually get a live person to answer your question right away. They are neither biased toward the school district nor the parent. They are neutral and will give an objective answer to a question you may have in regard to special education; they will tell you what the law says. To learn more and obtain the toll-free number, email, or fax, you can visit their website here.

ONGOING: "Teach Me to Talk" provides a series of podcasts for families who struggle with their toddler's speech and language delays. Laura Mize is a pediatric speech-language pathologist who states, "Sometimes, despite our best efforts, young children with language delays don’t seem to want to play with us. This situation might look like a “behavior” problem, meaning that the child is purposefully choosing not to play with you. That’s not always the case. On this series of shows, I hope I can help you look at these problems from another perspective." For more information, please view her website and listen to the podcasts here.

ONGOING: Visit the National Immigration Law Center FAQ page to obtain helpful resources when it comes to immigration in light of the recent executive orders by the new US administration. 

ONGOING: PEERS® for Young Adults presents the first evidence-based group treatment program for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as other neurodevelopmental disorders and social challenges. On this website, clinicians can find video demonstrations. These videos provide facilitators with additional tools for delivering the lessons in fun, engaging ways and for offering added support outside of treatment sessions. To view the videos please visit their website. 

ONGOING: "The West San Gabriel Valley SELPA supports students, families and member districts by providing quality trainings, special events and the essential information necessary to encourage students to reach their greatest potential.” In support of their commitment, they will provide a well-trained staff dedicated to: Working in partnership with schools, families and the community and helping all students become successful members of society. For more information about SELPA please visit West San Gabriel Valley SELPA (wsgvselpa.org)

ONGOING: Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services. Now accepting applications for children 0-5 years of age. Qualifying children may receive kindergarten preparation, services for special needs, free meals, toilet training, and more. 

ONGOING: Educational Funding. If you have an intellectual disability, you may receive funding from the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, and Federal Work-Study For other grants information, please visit Grants Overview | U.S. Department of Education

**Posting of Community Events and Opportunities including these educational resources is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to reflect an endorsement by the Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center (ELARC). Please note that ELARC events are posted on the Calendar located on the home page of this website.**