Coffee with Caregivers
FREE | VIRTUAL
Open to all relative, non-relative, and adoptive families, these weekly virtual meetings offer a supportive space for resource parents to connect, share resources, and offer mutual support. Whether you want to talk, listen, or simply sip your coffee, it's nice to do it together.
Sip, Share, Support!
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Faye Holmes
Date: Every Wednesday
Empower Hour
FREE | VIRTUAL
Open to Complex Care Resource Parents who are navigating the challenges of higher-need placements through the DCFS Placement
Stability Team (PST) Program or the DCFS Therapeutic Shelter Home (TSH) Program.
Each weekly virtual meeting is expertly crafted to address the common situations, behaviors, and diagnoses that you may encounter in these specialized placements.
*This group is not open to FURS families at this time.
Must contact Dr. Daniels for meeting registration information and link.
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Dr. Daniels
Date: Every Friday
Coffee with Caregivers
FREE | VIRTUAL
Open to all relative, non-relative, and adoptive families, these weekly virtual meetings offer a supportive space for resource parents to connect, share resources, and offer mutual support. Whether you want to talk, listen, or simply sip your coffee, it's nice to do it together.
Sip, Share, Support!
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Faye Holmes
Date: Every Wednesday
Pepperdine Campus Tour
FREE
Please join us on Thursday, November 7, 2024, for an on-campus tour of the beautiful Pepperdine University. DCFS and Probation ILP-eligible youth and their supporters (social workers, CASAs, caregivers, relatives) are invited to join. Lunch and a school excuse letter will be provided. Limited transportation is available. Interested parties must RSVP by October 31st. No walk-ins!
If you have any questions, please email ILP.CollegeTours@DCFS.LACounty.gov.
Hosted By: Youth Development Services DCFS-Los Angeles County and Pepperdine University (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
California State University Dominguez Hills Campus Tour
FREE
Please join ILP on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, for an on-campus Cal State University Dominguez Hills tour. DCFS and Probation ILP-eligible youth and their supporters (social workers, CASAs, caregivers, relatives) are invited to attend. Lunch and a school excuse letter will be provided. Limited transportation is available—please register, and you will be contacted. Interested parties must RSVP by November 6th. No walk-ins!
Any questions should be directed to ILP.CollegeTours@DCFS.LACounty.gov
Hosted By: Youth Development Services DCFS-Los Angeles County & CSUDH (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
CAC Textured Hair Care Virtual Class
FREE
Level 1 Hair Care Training with Styles 4 Kidz
- Overview of basic hair care, types, textures, and skincare
- Overview of protective styles and product recommendations
- Introduction to individual braiding
- Q & A session - Training Certificate
Hosted by: California Alliance of Caregivers & Style 4 Kidz (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
CAC Textured Hair Care Virtual Class
FREE
Level 1 Hair Care Training with Styles 4 Kidz
- Overview of basic hair care, types, textures, and skincare
- Overview of protective styles and product recommendations
- Introduction to individual braiding
- Q & A session - Training Certificate
Hosted by: California Alliance of Caregivers & Style 4 Kidz (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
Independent City
FREE
Learn more about FAFSA & FAFSA ID, CHAFFEY, Webgrants, career exploration, financial literacy, ILP services, CA Real ID, Resume Writing, and Interview tips. Limited spots available.
Light Breakfast starts @ 930AM
Event: 10AM- 330PM
Lunch will be provided
Hosted By: Los Angeles County Of Education & Whittier Area Community Church (not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
SPA 1 RCA Fall Festival
FREE
Fall Festival for SPA 1 families!
Hosted by: DCFS Lancaster & DCFS Palmdale (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
Empower Hour
FREE | VIRTUAL
Open to Complex Care Resource Parents who are navigating the challenges of higher-need placements through the DCFS Placement
Stability Team (PST) Program or the DCFS Therapeutic Shelter Home (TSH) Program.
Each weekly virtual meeting is expertly crafted to address the common situations, behaviors, and diagnoses that you may encounter in these specialized placements.
*This group is not open to FURS families at this time.
Must contact Dr. Daniels for meeting registration information and link.
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Dr. Daniels
Date: Every Friday
Recognizing & Responding to an opioid overdose with Naloxone
FREE
Learn the 3 vital steps to perform if you find someone unresponsive from a potential overdose and receive a FREE Naloxone (Narcan) kit.
October 17th at 2pm In-Person at Curtis Tucker, 123 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90301
OR
Join virtually on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 2:00-3:00pm via Microsoft Teams
For more information contact:
Krystal Mousseau kmousseau@ph.lacounty.gov (213) 772-5624
Steven Cagle scagle@ph.lacounty.gov (323) 236-6307
Hosted by: The CORE Center (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
Coffee with Caregivers
Free | VIRTUAL
Open to all relative, non-relative, and adoptive families, these weekly virtual meetings offer a supportive space for resource parents to connect, share resources, and offer mutual support. Whether you want to talk, listen, or simply sip your coffee, it's nice to do it together.
Sip, Share, Support!
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Faye Holmes
Date: Every Wednesday
Cal-State University Los Angeles Campus Tour
FREE
Please join ILP on Thursday, October 16, 2024, for an on-campus tour of the beautiful Cal State University Los Angeles. DCFS and Probation ILP-eligible youth and their supporters (social workers, CASAs, caregivers, relatives) are invited to join. Lunch and a school excuse letter will be provided. Limited transportation is available--please register, and you will be contacted. Interested parties must RSVP by October 9th. No walk-ins!
Any questions should be directed to ILP.CollegeTours@DCFS.LACounty.gov
Hosted By: Youth Development Services DCFS-Los Angeles County and CSULA (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
California State University Northridge Campus Tour
FREE
Please join us on Thursday, November 14, 2024, for an on-campus tour of the beautiful Cal State University Northridge. DCFS and Probation ILP-eligible youth and their supporters (social workers, CASAs, caregivers, relatives) are invited to join. Lunch and a school excuse letter will be provided. Limited transportation is available. Interested parties must RSVP by November 7th. No walk-ins!
Any questions should be directed to ILP.CollegeTours@DCFS.LACounty.gov
Hosted By: Youth Development Services DCFS-Los Angeles County & CSUN (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
Inaugural College Fair
FREE
Welcome to the Inaugural College Fair! It Starts Here!
Join us at the Bethany Campus for a day filled with opportunities to explore various colleges and universities. Whether you're a high school student starting your college search or a parent looking for guidance, this event is perfect for you!
Meet representatives from different institutions, learn about their programs, and discover what each campus has to offer. Don't miss out on this chance to gather information, ask questions, and make connections that could shape your future!
Mark your calendars and get ready to take the next step in your academic journey at the Inaugural College Fair!
Questions? ILP.CollegeTours@DCFS.LACounty.gov.
Hosted By: Youth Development Services DCFS-Los Angeles County (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
TBRI Caregiver Package-Online
FREE
Join us for eight, three-hour sessions on Trust Based Relational Intervention. TBRI is an attachment-based intervention designed to meet the needs of vulnerable children.
Learn how our senses impact our behaviors, manage negative behaviors, and learn and understand brain development that assists with healthy growth.
Caregivers/professionals will be equipped with twenty-four hours of training upon course completion.
In order to receive the official TBRI Caregiver Package certificate of completion all 8 sessions must be completed.
Look out for prizes each session
Hosted By: Pathway Family Services (This is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
Empower Hour
FREE | VIRTUAL
Open to Complex Care Resource Parents who are navigating the challenges of higher-need placements through the DCFS Placement
Stability Team (PST) Program or the DCFS Therapeutic Shelter Home (TSH) Program.
Each weekly virtual meeting is expertly crafted to address the common situations, behaviors, and diagnoses that you may encounter in these specialized placements.
*This group is not open to FURS families at this time.
Must contact Dr. Daniels for meeting registration information and link.
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Dr. Daniels
Date: Every Friday
LA County Faith Collaborative
Make it stand out
FREE
Celebrating Faith Leaders and their Impact on CSEC
Join us virtually at our last LA County Faith Collaborative meeting of the year, as we celebrate the Faith Leaders in our community and learn about what they're doing to support our youth and families. This meeting will focus on Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) and how the faith community can provide safe spaces for CSEC victims. We want our partners to gain knowledge about all the resources and programs in our community that are helping our exploited and at-risk youth. Let's work together on behalf of our most vulnerable to help them heal and thrive!
For questions, please contact the DCFS Faith-Based Section: DCFS Faith-Based Program Manager, Dominique Robinson at robind@dcfs.lacounty.gov or Christina Ton, CSA I, at tonc@dcfs.lacounty.gov
Hosted By: DCFS Faith-Based Section (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
CAC Textured Hair Care Virtual Class
FREE
Level 1 Hair Care Training with Styles 4 Kidz
- Overview of basic hair care, types, textures, and skincare
- Overview of protective styles and product recommendations
- Introduction to individual braiding
- Q & A session - Training Certificate
Hosted by: California Alliance of Caregivers & Style 4 Kidz (this is not a Fostering UNITY hosted event)
Coffee with Caregivers
FREE | VIRTUAL
Open to all relative, non-relative, and adoptive families, these weekly virtual meetings offer a supportive space for resource parents to connect, share resources, and offer mutual support. Whether you want to talk, listen, or simply sip your coffee, it's nice to do it together.
Sip, Share, Support!
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Faye Holmes
Date: Every Wednesday
Empower Hour
FREE | VIRTUAL
Open to Complex Care Resource Parents who are navigating the challenges of higher-need placements through the DCFS Placement
Stability Team (PST) Program or the DCFS Therapeutic Shelter Home (TSH) Program.
Each weekly virtual meeting is expertly crafted to address the common situations, behaviors, and diagnoses that you may encounter in these specialized placements.
*This group is not open to FURS families at this time.
Must contact Dr. Daniels for meeting registration information and link.
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Dr. Daniels
Date: Every Friday
Coffee with Caregivers
About:
Open to all relative, non-relative, and adoptive families, these weekly virtual meetings offer a supportive space for caregivers to connect, share resources, and offer mutual support. Whether you want to talk, listen, or simply sip your coffee, it's nice to do it together. Join us for an informal meet-up where caregivers can share experiences, find comfort, and build a sense of community over a cup of coffee.
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Faye Holmes
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 10:00 — 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Coffee with Caregivers
About:
Open to all relative, non-relative, and adoptive families, these weekly virtual meetings offer a supportive space for caregivers to connect, share resources, and offer mutual support. Whether you want to talk, listen, or simply sip your coffee, it's nice to do it together. Join us for an informal meet-up where caregivers can share experiences, find comfort, and build a sense of community over a cup of coffee.
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Faye Holmes
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 10:00 — 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Tomorrow's About You (youth group mentoring)
About:
Fostering UNITY offers personalized support to help youth achieve their goals and dreams through life skills training, financial literacy, transitional planning, educational support, and network building. If enrolled in the full “Tomorrow’s About You” Youth Mentoring Service, youth will receive 44 hours of dedicated mentoring, pre- and post-mentorship quizzes, and opportunities to grow, learn, and earn gift cards for participation. This group session will count towards the 44 hours of mentoring. For those who wish to participate in just the group portion of the mentoring service, the focus will be on peer interaction, social skill building, games and activities, and connecting with Fostering UNITY, with opportunities to earn gift cards through participation. Both the full mentoring service (individual and group) and the group-only option include valuable skill development through the “Tomorrow’s About You” program.
LINK TO JOIN
Hosted by: Fostering UNITY
Lead by: Faye Holmes
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 7:00 — 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Parenting In Action
Motivating for school success.With the start of the school year, children and youth might need support to thrive in school. English and Spanish
Hosted by: Child Net Family Support
Phone: (562) 490-7638
Contact: BHSOUTREACH@CHILDNET.NET
Location: Zoom
SIPA After School Program
Session 1: September-December 2024. Explored identity through engaging workshops, flex creativity with fun art lessons, and discover your local context by learning about historic Filipinotown. Session 2: January to June 2025. Participate in Cultural enrichment workshops and games with friends. Engage in STEM experiments and activities. Join in outdoor play, sports, and games. Youth Ages 6-17 years old
Host by: SIPA (Search to Involve Philipino Americans)
Lead by: Mario Serrano
Contact: 213-799-4454
Contact Email: mario@sipacares.org