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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.
YOUR BENEFITS NOW CHANGING TO BENEFITSCAL
Your Benefits Now (YBN) is changing to a better and faster BenefitsCal.com. This will be a new and simple way for Los Angeles County residents to apply, view, and renew benefits for health coverage, food, and cash assistance. To learn more about BenefitsCal, visit Welcome to BenefitsCal - YouTube or click here for the BenefitsCal YouTube channel.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
February is Black History Month, celebrating the contributions that African Americans have made to the United States. In 1976, President Gerald Ford called for the nation to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans.” Since then, every U.S. president has designated February as a time for reflection and celebration. This year’s national theme is “Black Health and Wellness.” A list of month-long virtual events can be found online at LACAAEA Events | Eventbrite.
CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF THE TIGER!
The Lunar New Year marks the first new moon of the lunisolar calendars traditional to many east Asian countries. Lunar New Year 2022 is “The Year of The Tiger.” In the Chinese culture, the tiger represents strength and bravery. For a list of events in L.A. County, visit Lunar New Year events "LA County" (google.com).
CALIFORNIA FAMILY URGENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
The California Family Urgent Response System (Cal-FURS) is a 24/7 support team available for current and former foster youth (up to age 21) and foster families in California for any issue big or small. Have a question or need support? Call or text 833-939-3877 or live chat online at https://www.cal-furs.org.
SUPERVISOR JANICE HAHN AND YOUTH COMMISSION TO HOST VIRTUAL DISCUSSION ON MENTAL HEALTH
Supervisor Janice Hahn and the County’s Youth Commission, in partnership with the Department of Mental Health, will host Centering Youth Voice in Mental Health, a panel discussion on mental health reform and programming in L.A. County. Today is the last day to submit questions in advance for the panel. Please submit questions to the Youth Commission’s Instagram page @lacounty_youthcommission. Register for event at Centering Youth Voice in Mental Health Panel Survey (surveymonkey.com).
DEADLINE TO BID ON DPSS TOY LOAN PROGRAM COLLECTIBLES IS FRIDAY FEBRUARY 4
Calling all toy collectors! The DPSS Toy Loan Program is auctioning off several collectible toys online through Friday, February 4. Place your bid today at Results for Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services, CA - govdeals.com. All proceeds from the Collectibles Auction will benefit the Toy Loan Program which serves approximately 30,000 low-income children annually at over 50 centers throughout the County of Los Angeles.
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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