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Infant/Child Mental Health, Early Intervention, and Relationship-Based Therapies: A Neurorelational Framework
October 30, 2009
from 8:30am - 5:00pm
The Get-Permission Approach To Sensory Mealtime Challenges
October 30-31, 2009
from 9:00am - 5:00pm
and 8:30am - 4:30pm
Dance/Movement Therapy with Young Children: Body/Sensory Regulation, Attunement and Healing
October 30, 2009
from 8:30am - 4:00pm
Family Health Fair and Carnival
October 31, 2009
from 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Customized Consulting Program Information Session: Taproot Foundation
November 2, 2009
from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
A New Beginning for Partnerships for Children and Families
November 3, 2009
all day
2009 Smedes Conference on Foster Care and Adoption
November 7, 2009
from 8:00am - 5:00pm
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Parent University: Asthma, What is it and How to Control It
November 7, 2009
from 12:00pm - 1:00pm in English, 1pm - 2 pm in Spanish
Preschoolers in Group Settings: Understanding Development, Observing Behavior, and Developing Interventions
November 13, 2009
from 8:00am - 4:00pm
Pediatric Feeding: Foundation for Effective Evaluation & Intervention
November 13-14, 2009
from 8:00am - 4:30pm
Building Your Breastfeeding Community: Communication, Assessment and Resources
November 17, 2009
from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Hacia Una Vida Digna y Sana: Promotora and Community Health Worker Conference
December 4-5, 2009
all day
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Parent University: Common Childhood Illnesses, When to call the Doctor
December 5, 2009
from 12:00pm - 1:00pm in English, 1pm - 2 pm in Spanish
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Social-Emotional Development in Early Childhood
The National Center for Children in Poverty recently released a brief outlining ways in which mental health services available to parents and children 0-5 in poverty are woefully inadequate. More »
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Sustainability Strategies
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First 5 LA Grantees Nominated for "Fast Pitch" Competition
Three L.A. County agencies have collaborated to host a two-month training and mentoring program for innovative nonprofits to learn how to succinctly and powerfully "tell their story." More »
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Community Selection Principles
First 5 LA is planning a fundamental shift in how we operate in Los Angeles County, and we want you to participate in this process. Please fill out a short survey about Community Selection Principles by clicking here.
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Governor Takes Action On Baby-Friendly Bills
Earlier this month, the governor signed or vetoed more than 700 pieces of legislation. Most of the bills First 5 LA supported were vetoed. Learn more about how First 5 LA supported bills fared. More »
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Halloween Safety Tips
This year Halloween is on a Saturday, which is better for working parents who want to take their children trick-or-treating, but it is also creates more opportunity for those who want to party and perhaps create mischief. All the more reason I'd like to suggest a few safety tips for parents and kids as they celebrate Halloween this year. Below are the tips courtesy of the Los Angeles City Fire Department:
Before Trick-or-Treating
- Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
- Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility.
- Secure emergency identification (name, address, phone number) discreetly within Halloween attire or on a bracelet.
- Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts.
When Trick-or-Treating
- A parent or responsible adult should always accompany young children on their neighborhood rounds.
- Remind Trick-or-Treaters:
- By using a flashlight, they can see and be seen by others.
- Stay in a group, walk slowly and communicate where you are going.
- Remain on well lit streets and always use the sidewalk.
- Never cut across yards or use alleys.
- Never enter a stranger's home or car for a treat.
- Never consume unwrapped food items or open beverages that may be offered.
- No treats are to be eaten until they are thoroughly checked by an adult at home.
After Trick-or-Treating
- Wait until children are home to sort and check treats. Though tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items.
- Try to apportion treats for the days following Halloween.
- Although sharing is encouraged, make sure items that can cause choking (such as hard candies), are given only to children of an appropriate age.
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