Parenting Black Children
a program of Access Nonprofit Center
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Hello Beautiful Parents & Caregivers |
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It's Ardena Bartlett, Founder, Director and Member of
Parenting Black Children
a partner with San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center,
Our Mission is to
CONNECT SUPPORT EDUCATE 2 EMPOWER
parents and caregivers of African Americans persons with developmental disabilities or differences
Stay Connected
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JOIN US FOR
Parent & Caregiver
Support Group
TOPIC
MENTAL HEALTH
SPEAKER
JASON BETTS
Empowerment Coach &
Executive Director at Life Builders Incorporated
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Mr. Betts is a retired State detective, current mental health clinician and Executive Director/Life Coach with LBI. He provides in-home mental health services to adolescents and adults/couples (mostly tele-health due to COVID) in addition to mentoring and supportive community services to underserved youth and young adults. Married father of 6 adult children. His purpose is to inspire and empower other human beings. |
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Saturday, May 15th 10:00-11:30am
Conference Call or Zoom
Call on Phone: 669-900-9128
Meeting ID: 823 5504 1757
Request FREE face mask/shields & sanitizer
for your family in L.A County
Email: Welcome@parentingblackchildren.org
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We hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day! |
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May is the month of Mental Health Awareness!
May was established as as Mental Health Month in 1949, by Mental Health America (MHA). Many organizations now observe this month of Mental Health by reaching millions of people through the media, local events and screenings.
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Please Use or Share Resource Fliers below to help your Family & Friends Thrive |
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR ORGANIZATION
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San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center Resources |
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COMMUNITY MEETING OPEN TO ALL EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:0AM
Follow this link to join the meeting:
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San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center
Self-Determination Parent Training
CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED TWICE A WEEK
STARTING APRIL 22, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 26, 2021
Thursdays (5:30-6:30 pm)
Saturdays (10:00-11:00 am
To Register:
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Follow this link to register to receive email updates from The San Gabriel/ Pomona Regional Center!
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Did you know that the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center can cover up to $500 a year for parent/caregiver to attend a conference if the conference is related to the client's disability?
(Managers may review the conference before approving payment)
For more information, contact the Regional Center or visit:
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SAN GABRIEL/POMONA REGIONAL CENTER
IS OFFERING FREE TESTING
TO THEIR CLIENTS, THEIR FAMILIES, VENDORS & SG/PRC STAFF
Testing Available on Wednesdays from 9 to 11 a.m.
To Register:
For questions, email covidtesting@sgprc.org
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SAN GABRIEL/POMONA REGIONAL CENTER
PARENT MENTOR INITIATIVE
For more information or for referral,
please contact your Service Coordinator at (909)620-7722
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Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Resources |
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Early Start Personnel Development is a collaborative effort of the California Department of Developmental Services and California Department of Education, administered by WestEd Center for Prevention and Early Intervention (CPEI).
They invite you to their Early Start Webinar Series
April thru May 2021 including:
• Telepractice Series which focuses on web-based strategies to support the development of infants and toddlers in Early Start.
• Wellness, Mental Health, and Resilience Series which focuses on preventing, recognizing, and addressing stressors for children, families, and professionals.
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Join this FREE Webinar to learn more about services changing
to allow Californians with developmental disabilities to
safely participate in more in-person programs.
May 12th 3:00pm-4:15pm
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CA COVID-19 Rent Relief will help income-eligible households pay rent and utilities, both for past due and future payments. The federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 provides funding to support the program and tenant (renter) protection laws signed by Governor Newsom.
To find a Local Partner Network organization near you, or for eligibility and application help, call
CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Call Center: 833-430-2122
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COVID Vaccine Now Available in Monrovia
Medi-Cal, Medicare, Covered CA plans, and uninsured accepted
ChapCare Lime 513 E. Lime Ave., Ste. 102
Monrovia, CA 91016
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Call (626) 398-6300 to schedule your appointment
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Has your family been affected financially or medically by Covid-19?
This organization offers recovery support.
More information on their website
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Do you think your symptoms are COVID-19 related?
If you don’t have a regular doctor or are uninsured,
call the MediNurse advice line at (877) 409-9052 for free advice.
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From Assemblyman, Freddie Rodriguez:
Link to valuable resources available in the City of Pomona that may be of assistance to you,
your family, or a neighbor during Covid.
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Drive-Thru Food Giveaway
Saturdays 9am-12noon
Corner of Holt & Main Street in Pomona
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FREE GRAB-AND-GO MEALS FOR CHILDREN 18 & UNDER
Various locations in Pomona & Diamond Bar
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Sowing Seeds For Life Drive-Thru Food Pantry
is located at Charisma Life Church, 305 E Arrow Hwy, Pomona, CA 91767
Hours of Operation: 8 am – 12 noon
*WHILE SUPPLIES LAST*
*ALL CLIENTS MUST STAY IN CAR*
See calendar below for future dates
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FREE food from Kenny Austin Foundation
Wednesdays in Pomona
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FREE Healthy Food in L.A. for your family.
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Upcoming Community Events |
Please join the Black Mental Health Task Force for an amazing healing sound bath at the beach.
May 15 at 2:00 PM
Playa del Rey 6511 Pacific Ave Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Tower/Pier 41
No minors who require supervision for safety reasons.
People who R.S.V.P. by Saturday, May 15th by 1:00pm you'll automatically be entered into a raffle to win a prize!
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TASK Alhambra would like to invite you to their upcoming workshops through June 2021
To register for our upcoming workshops from May through June 2021, please click on links below:
Navigating IEPs, Thur., May 20
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Registration Link:
Transition to Adult Services, Thur., June 3
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
English
Registration Link:
Navigating IEPs, Thur., June 17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
English
Registration Link:
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2021 SGV AAIMM Community Action Team Meetings
Next meeting June 24th at 4pm-5:30pm
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Advancing Social Justice & Equity 6-Part Series
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West San Gabriel Valley Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) are offering Alternative Dispute Resolution Skill Building Workshop Series, which aims to support parents and families in improving outcomes for their students. These workshops are designed to assist West San Gabriel Valley SELPA parents and families to build and maintain those educational partnerships.
Opportunities for additional coaching* are also included in this workshop series.
To Register please click on each link:
May 22, 2021 09:00 AM
Jun 5, 2021 09:00 AM
Jun 12, 2021 09:00 AM
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Join Black/Multi-racial families of children with special needs for this Virtual Spring Mixer that will include Bingo, Meet & Greet activities & a raffle!
SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2021
3:00-5:00 P.M.
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Registration is now open for the 19th annual Milestones National Autism Conference, June 16-17, 2021.
Experience the nation’s leading autism event, hear from world-class experts and earn professional development all from the comfort of home.
Contact your Regional Center to inquire about reimbursement for registration fee.
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Join the movement to elevate the wellness of African American Moms & Babies
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY AFRICAN AMERICAN INFANT & MATERNAL MORTALITY
Hosts great events throughout the year, some FREE
View & register for events at:
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Serving the San Gabriel and Pomona valleys, Parents' Place is committed to supporting and enhancing family focused services in a parent driven atmosphere for families who have children with special needs, 0-22 years of age.
Parent' Place invites you to take part in their FREE ongoing events
(current event calendar below).
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Rooted in caring since 1926, Foothill Family is committed to improving
infant, child, youth, and family development in the Greater Los Angeles region.
Programs include mental health care; early childhood development and parent education; school-based services; and youth and family services including prevention and treatment of child abuse, domestic violence, and elder abuse, as well as services for pregnant and parenting teens.
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Care Parent Network offers a variety of resources for your family.
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Service Center For Independent Life
Service Center for Independent Life provides free services for families. They help with SSI, IHSS, Cal Fresh applications for our individuals. They have cooking classes and much much more. Please vist their website to access their resources.
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The Center for Health Care Rights is a non-profit organization
that offers counseling, education, and legal services
to Los Angeles County residents.
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SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area) offers programs and services to students with disabilities, publications, training and technical assistance opportunities, and recruitment resources and materials.
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21st Annual Women’s Health Expo
Presented by The City of Long Beach
and Fresno County Black Infant Health Program
This virtual event was broadcasted live on KJLH radio and was packed full of great panels, prominent speakers, and information.
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is a new campaign to provide Black communities with credible information
about the COVID-19 vaccines
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Elizabeth Morgan, EdM, Ph.D. is the Program Coordinator at
Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (CEDD)
UC Davis MIND Institute
and she shares with you these useful videos below:
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- Module 1: Understanding and Accepting the Diagnosis
- Module 2: Understanding how to Access Evidence Based Services
- Module 3: The Role of the Regional Center and Creating Strong Family-Provider Partnerships
- Module 4: Overcoming Stigma and Creating Community Module
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Black Mental Health Task Force - The Therapeutic Play Foundation, is dedicated to the wellness of our surrounding community, particularly those of African ancestry, and to changing the stigma around Black mental health. Established by Black mental health professionals and allies who care about Black lives. The Black Mental Health: Changing the Narrative documentary film will be an aide for outreach opportunities in the community. It will be screened on an awareness tour with middle schools, high schools and colleges to spread healthy Mental Health awareness. A discussion panel will follow each screening of the film to allow ventilation, processing and healing opportunities.
To be heard is the starting point to the healing process.
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NAACP's website offers valuable information
about African American empowerment.
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Black Cultural Events to enjoy year-round.
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Black history & culture at your fingertips!
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Information on Economic Impact Payments
For more information,
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Text "GETMONEY" to 211-211 to learn ore about support for Black Infant & Families
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is Parent Training and Information Center funded by the US Department of Education.
They are offering trainings for parents of children with disabilities
regarding the IEP, transitioning to adulthood, and more.
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FREE SHOES
New shoes for anyone in need. Sizes mainly include Women's Sizes 8,9,10
To check availability or arrange pick up in Pomona,
please call or leave message at (909) 570-8884
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Visit NAACP.ORG for updates on racially motivated threats to Black families.
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Amanda S. C. Gorman is an American poet and activist.
Her work focuses on issues of oppression, feminism, race, and marginalization,
as well as the African diaspora.
Gorman was the first person to be named National Youth Poet Laureate.
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