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DPSS is committed to keeping the public informed about essential benefits, as well as resources offered by other service organizations in the county. Please help us to share this important information with those in your community who need it most.
LAHSA WINTER SHELTERS OPEN COUNTYWIDE
Due to rainy weather, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) has activated its Winter Shelter Program throughout L.A. County. The shelters will remain open until March 31, 2022. Visit Winter Shelter (lahsa.org) to learn how to access and obtain a list of shelters.
IHSS HELPLINE OFFERS ONLINE CHATS WITH DPSS AGENTS
The IHSS Helpline Community is a new online customer service center for IHSS recipients and providers. The IHSS Helpline Community offers access to real-time online chats with DPSS agents, a 24-hour IHSS Helpline ticket system to submit questions, helpful articles, and links to additional IHSS Helpline services. The chat feature is available Monday through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit the IHSS Helpline Community website to register and create an account to chat online about your program needs.
DECEMBER 31 DEADLINE APPROACHING TO APPLY FOR DISCOUNT ON INTERNET SERVICE
Apply by the December 31, 2021 deadline to take advantage of the Emergency Broadband Benefit that provides qualifying households a $50 per month subsidy for Internet service until March 2022, and a $30 discount on Internet service thereafter. Apply online today at Emergency Broadband Benefit (internetforallnow.org) or call 866-696-8748.
DPSS ELIGIBILITY WORKER II APPLICATION PROCESS BEGINS MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2021
DPSS is seeking college graduates with a Bachelor’s degree who can read, write, and speak fluently in the languages of Russian, Cambodian (Khmer) or Korean for position of Eligibility Worker II. As part of the mission to provide vital safety net services to individuals and families, the department must ensure that it has qualified staff available to deliver these services in the customers’ designated language. Click here to create an account and apply.
TURNING POINT TO HOST ANNUAL TOY GIVEAWAY
Turning Point is hosting their 3rd Annual Toy Giveaway on Saturday, December 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be food and entertainment for children and adults. All COVID-19 guidelines will be followed. For more information visit Turning Point Toy Giveaway | Chirp LA.
L.A. COUNTY TO HOST ANNUAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
The 62nd Annual Los Angeles County Holiday Celebration, presented by the Board of Supervisors, provides Angelenos of all ages an opportunity to experience and honor the dynamic, rich cultures of the County. Attend in person at The Music Center (Event is free. Proof of vaccine is required) or watch the livestream of the concert on PBS SoCal on December 24, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Visit Music Center | L.A. County Holiday Celebration to learn more.
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Follow DPSS on our OFFICIAL social media pages for resources and information. Beware of scams and fake accounts posing as DPSS! DPSS will NEVER ask for your personal or case information via social media.
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