New Year News Roundup 🌤 

One-Stop Centralized Resource Hub for Older Adults in LA County

Older adults, families, and caregivers can now easily navigate and access a wide-range of age-friendly County services in our new centralized resource hub for older adults in LA County. 

The virtual hub was launched in partnership with 18 other county departments in effort to provide a one-stop hub of resources from health and wellness to food and nutrition. 

Visit here to learn more.

Say Goodbye to Stressful Disputes

Are you or someone you know in a sticky situation? Maybe we can help. Our dispute resolution program offers low to no-cost mediation services for community, day-of-hearing court, and restorative justice disputes. 

Visit here to learn more or call 213-728-2621 to get started.

WDACS Welcomes the Office Of Small Business 

Join us in welcoming the Office of Small Business (OSB) to the WDACS family! OSB joined WDACS last year as part of the County's larger realignment effort to create two new departments overseeing economic & workforce development and aging & community services in 2022.

Our OSB team, previously part of the LA County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs, helps prospective business owners register, certify, and kick start their small business in LA County. Visit here to learn more! 

Ready to kick start your business? Join the East LA Entrepreneur Center throughout January to get all the key tips and resources you need to launch and grow your business. Click here to register and reserve your spot!

Elder Abuse Reporting Hotline Open 24/7

We are committed to creating a vibrant and age-friendly LA County, where older adults can thrive and live free from abuse in their communities. Our Adult Protective Services team protects our most vulnerable by providing round-the-clock response to reports of abuse and self neglect. 

If you're concerned that someone you care about may be the victim of abuse, don't be silent. Call our Elder Abuse Hotline at 1-877-477-3646 to report abuse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or visit here to learn more about Adult Protective Services.  

Access Our AJCC Services Virtually  24/7

LA County residents can access all of our critical America’s Job Centers of California (AJCC) services virtually 24/7. Our AJCCs offer jobseekers employment services, internships, apprenticeships, supportive services, and more. 

AJCCs also provide businesses with access to subsidized wages, up-skilling, tax credits, and more. Visit ajcc.lacounty.gov to access our virtual resources or call 888-226-6300 to learn more.

In Case You Missed It

• Winter Youth Resource Fair Postponed
  
  The Winter Youth Resource Fair taking place on January 19th-20th in Lancaster and Panorama City has been postponed until further notice due to the recent spike in Covid-19 cases throughout LA County. Follow @County2Work on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for updates on job seeker events.
  
• Shape The Way LA County Promotes Diversity And Belonging Through The Arts!
  
  You still have time to make your voice heard! The LA County Department of Arts and Culture is working to develop strategies to equitably invest in arts and culture throughout LA County and they need your help! Learn how you can participate. Public comment is open until January 31. Visit here to learn more and to complete the public comment survey.