 Click here or on the calendar above to learn more details about where child support specialists will be in your community.
 MYTH: Applying for child support is not worth the trouble.
FACT: Parents have a legal responsibility to provide for their kid’s needs. Child support ensures the financial burden is shared between parents, regardless of relationship status.
Learn how to get help and open a case with LA County Child Support Services today at cssd.lacounty.gov.
Additional Los Angeles County Resources
 Looking for a fun and rewarding job for your child? The LA County Department of Parks and Recreation is hiring Youth Workers!
Job Highlights
- Facilitate sports, fitness, arts & crafts, ESTEAM, and group games in the Every Body Plays after-school program.
- Support concerts, movies, cultural celebrations, and community events.
- Assist with event setup, takedown, and operations.
- Be part of creating welcoming, positive experiences for the community.
Learn more and have your teen apply today: parks.lacounty.gov/youth-at-work
 The LA County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) is urging customers to be aware of a third-party mobile application, Ebt edge – food stamps, available in the Apple iOS App Store, which mimics the State of California’s official FIS ebtEDGE Mobile App.
The fake Ebt edge – food stamps app charges card users a $4.99 weekly fee or $60 fee for lifetime access. DPSS, which issues the EBT cards in Los Angeles County, will never charge cardholders a fee to use the official ebtEDGE app.
Please continue to use the official, state-supported app only.
 As residents navigate a difficult year, the LA County Department of Mental Health stands with them. The Department of Mental Health (DMH) understands that these moments can bring anxiety, confusion, and distress for many.
Get support now by calling the DMH Help Line, available 24/7, at 1-800-854-7771. The Help Line offers emotional support, mental health referrals, and urgent response teams. For additional information, click here.
 The LA County Department of Children and Family Services offers a variety of resources and programs to support foster families in caring for children and youth.
Check out their website to learn more about how they can help you on this journey.
 National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time that recognizes and honors the contributions, culture, and history of Hispanic and Latino Americans. It takes place from September 15th to October 15th each year, starting on the anniversary of the independence of several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Join Hispanic Heritage Month events in LA County with LA County Library’s special programs, activities, and booklists. Explore curated reading lists that highlight Hispanic American culture and history—featuring titles for kids, teens, and adults. And enjoy family-friendly activities such as book clubs, craft-making workshops, and many other cultural events.
The Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department establishes judgments for parentage, as well as establishes, modifies, and enforces orders for child support. The Department has more than 1000 employees, including over 86 attorneys, and in 2024, collected and distributed more than $512 million in child support. The department's core purpose is to ensure children thrive, with a mission of connecting with parents and caregivers to provide child support services.
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