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Parent Resources

The California Parent and Youth Helpline provide support and resource referrals to parents and youth during the current COVID-19 pandemic, 7-days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Call or text 1-855-4APARENT (855-427-2736) for services in English, Spanish, and other languages.  For more information, please visit: https://caparentyouthhelpline.org/ 
 
Homework Hotline - The Harvey Mudd College Homework Hotline is a free over-the-phone math and science tutoring service for students in grades 4 through 12. They’re open five nights per week, Sunday through Thursday, from 4 to 7 p.m. PST. 
 
 

You can get free homework help from a live, online tutor. All you need is your LA County Library card and PIN number, and an internet connection. You can use Online Homework Help from home, school, and even the Library.

Free Wi-Fi in parking lots at participating libraries. 

For Participating Locations click the link https://lacountylibrary.org/Wi-Fi/

Free Outdoor Wifi

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a library card to access free Wi-Fi at the participating libraries?

You do not need to have a library card to connect to our Wi-Fi.

2. Do I need a car to use Wi-Fi at the participating libraries?

You do not need a car to use the Wi-Fi outside the participating libraries. If you do not have a car, find a place to sit within 25 feet of the library while ensuring you are keeping at least 6 feet distance from those around you. Masks are required if you are sitting outside.

3. Is Wi-Fi access filtered?

Yes, Wi-Fi access is filtered for all users by order of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Filtering cannot be removed.

4. What do I do if I cannot connect?

Library staff can confirm that the wireless network is functioning properly and give basic assistance. Call the library location you are parked at for assistance. Staff cannot assist in setting up personal laptops or devices to work with Wi-Fi.

Mount San Antonio College High School Math and Science Tutoring

Together As One - Azusa Pacific University offering Free Tutoring for grades 6th - 12th

Childcare
Online Childcare Search: Click Here
Find Childcare for your family: Click Here
 
 
Relative Care Giver Resources: Click Here
 
Become a Foster Parent: Click Here for more information
 
Child Protection
Report Child Abuse: Click Here
Child Protection Hotline: (800) 540-4000 
 
America’s Job Centers of California (AJCC) provides workers and job seekers many of the resources normally available in-person at AJCCs, including job openings, online education, and information for recently laid-off workers.
 
 
CalFresh Program: Click Here 
Beneficios de CalFresh: Click Here
 
Virtual Storytime: 
 
Virtual Field Trips

Educational Games

  • Prodigy - curriculum-aligned math platform 
  • Vocabulary Spelling City - Literacy and spelling in a gamified environment. Free access through the end of the academic year; Code: CSCFree90
  • ABCYa - Educational games for grades Pre-K-6th
  • Math Games - Free games and skill tests for 1st-8th grade 
  • com Games - Educational games for grades Pre-K-5th
  • FunBrain Games - Educational games and gamified activities in reading and math
  • PBS Kids Games - Games for younger kids and students
  • National Geographic Kids - Thinking and reasoning: applying information, investigation, memorization, solving puzzles
  • 40x Escape - Through forty levels, you have to figure out different ways to get through a locked door.  It definitely takes some creative brain power! 
  • Factile (Jeopardy style quiz game) - They provide pre-made games or even better, you can create your own and tailor it to your student's interests.
  • Arcademics - learning through games in all subjects for first grade and up!
  • Math and Money Fun for Students
 
Parent Tools - Routines, Social Media, Homework Attitude, etc.
 
Los Angeles County Local Community Resources During COVID-19:
Scratch - allows students to create stories, animations, and play games.
Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems - the Kennedy center’s first educational artist-in-residence has been doing daily Q&A/doodling sessions out of his home studio for kids who love to draw.
Draw Everyday With JJK - Jarret J. Krosoczka, illustrator of graphic novel series Lunch Lady and Star Wars Jedi Academy, has started daily illustration lessons for beginners on his YouTube channel.
Quarantine Art Club - illustrator Carson Ellis provides art assignments and tips on her Instagram
 
  
Emotional Support Resources including hotline information: Click Here
 
LA County Committed to Financial Resources for Employees, Employers, and Seniors During COVID-19 Crisis:
 
211LA: 
211 LA is the central source for providing information and referrals for all health and human services in LA County. Our 2-1-1 phone line is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, with trained Community Resource Advisors prepared to offer help with any situation, any time. Call 211 within LA County. If you are calling from outside Los Angeles County or cannot directly dial 2-1-1, call (800) 339-6993 https://www.211la.org/
 
211LA: 
211 LA es la fuente central para proporcionar información y referencias para todos los servicios de salud y servicios humanos en el condado de Los Ángeles. Nuestra línea telefónica 2-1-1 está abierta las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana, con asesores de recursos comunitarios capacitados preparados para ofrecer ayuda con cualquier situación, en cualquier momento. Llame al 211 dentro del condado de Los Ángeles. Si llama desde fuera del condado de Los Ángeles o no puede marcar directamente el 2-1-1, llame al (800) 339-6993 https://www.211la.org/
 
Southern California Edison (SCE):
To help with financial challenges due to COVID-19, SCE is temporarily suspending disconnections for customers unable to pay their bill. Some authorized payment agencies may close or provide intermittent service and late payment fees will be waived if this affects customer’s ability to pay. For more information access: https://www.sce.com/residential/assistance?from=/billhelp/
 
Southern California Gas:
Service Disconnects for residential customers who are having a hard time paying their bills are temporarily suspended, even if the customer received an automated 48 hour shut off notice. Visit https://socalgas.com/coronavirus for more info
 
Home-based exercise videos:
 
Videos para ejercicios en el hogar:
Entrenamiento en casa - Fitness Blender - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiP6wD_tYlYLYh3agzbByWQ
 
Meditation Activities:
UCLA’s Mindful Awareness Research Center has a host of free guided meditations (in English and Spanish) to help you feel calm and reduce stress  (https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/mindful-meditations)
 
Actividades de Meditación:
El Centro de investigación de conciencia plena de UCLA tiene una serie de meditaciones guiadas gratuitas (en inglés y español) para ayudarlo a sentirse tranquilo y reducir el estrés