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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.
 REGISTER TODAY FOR BENEFITSCAL WEBINAR
Join DPSS for an informational webinar about how to use the new BenefitsCal website on Wednesday, August 9, at 10 a.m. or 3 p.m. This webinar will provide instructions on registering for a BenefitsCal account, navigating the portal, and discovering additional resources within the BenefitsCal Help Center. Space is limited. Register online at BenefitsCal Webinar Registration Form.
 LANGUAGE INTERPRETIVE SERVICES AVAILABLE TO DPSS CUSTOMERS
Need a language interpreter? DPSS offers interpretive services, in-person and over the phone to all customers, as needed. Customer Service Representatives can help on site at a DPSS office or by calling the Customer Service Center at (866) 613-3777.
 PRE-POPULATED CALFRESH APPLICATIONS MAILED TO MEDI-CAL HOUSEHOLDS
Attention Medi-Cal customers: Based on the information provided for Medi-Cal cases, DPSS has mailed potentially eligible households a pre-populated, personalized CalFresh application that can be used to start adding valuable food benefits to the household budget. Questions? Call 866-613-3777 for more information.
 GOLDEN BEAR PASS OFFERS FREE ENTRY TO CA PARKS AND BEACHES
Visiting California’s state parks and beaches is a fun and healthy way to connect with family, friends, and communities. The Golden Bear Pass provides FREE entry to CalWORKs families at 200-plus state parks and beaches. Sign up today at Golden Bear Pass.
NEED QUALITY CHILDCARE ASSISTANCE?
Allies for Every Child is now accepting applications for their childcare and home visiting programs. Call 310-397-4200 for more information or visit Allies Early Education Registration Form (wufoo.com) to register online.
GET HELP WITH ENERGY AND WATER BILLS THROUGH DWP PROGRAMS
Need help paying your energy and water bills? There’s up to $15,000 tax free utility bill assistance available through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) per eligible households. There is no impact to other benefits and public charge determinations. Learn how to apply today at LADWP Financial Assistance.
JOIN THE BATTLE AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Sunday, July 30, is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons Day in the United States. The observance is calling on governments, law enforcement, public services, and civil society, to increase identification and support of survivors, and the conviction of traffickers. DPSS has designated 43 of its district offices as temporary safe spaces for at-risk youth as part of the County’s Safe Youth Zone (SYZ) Initiative. If you suspect a child is being victimized, call 911 or the L.A. County Child Protection Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Listen to the DPSS podcast: Safe Youth Zone Conversations to learn more about Safe Youth Zones, or visit the DPSS website for a list of district offices.
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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