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Protocol for COVID-19 Exposure ManagementProtocol for COVID-19 Exposure Management
The Order of the Public Health Officer Protocol for COVID-19 Exposure Management Plan in Early Care and Education Sites and Family Childcare...Read more
8/12/20 Updated Spanish Side-by-Side Summary COVID-19 Guidance for ECE Providers8/12/20 Updated Spanish Side-by-Side Summary COVID-19 Guidance for ECE Providers
RESUMEN COMPARATIVO DE LAS DIRECTRICES DE SALUD PÚBLICA SOBRE EL COVID-19 PARA LOS PROVEEDORES DE EDUCACIÓN DE LA PRIMERA INFANCIA...Read more
8/12/20 Updated Side-by-Side Summary of COVID-19 Guidance for ECE Providers8/12/20 Updated Side-by-Side Summary of COVID-19 Guidance for ECE Providers
This chart summarizes county, state, and federal guidance for early childhood education (ECE) providers during COVID-19....Read more
Updated Guidance for Child Care Programs and ProvidersUpdated Guidance for Child Care Programs and Providers
Updated (7/16/20) guidance from CA Depts. of Education and Social Services to create a safe and nurturing early learning and care environment for children and providers...Read more
Stronger Together: A Guidebook for the Safe Reopening of California’s Public SchoolsStronger Together: A Guidebook for the Safe Reopening of California’s Public Schools
This CDE guidance includes a section on safely reopening school-based early learning and care programs....Read more
California Early Learning & Care PlaybookCalifornia Early Learning & Care Playbook
The California for All Kids Early Learning and Care Playbook contains guidelines and resources for providers for safely reopening early learning and care environments....Read more
Food Bank Locations in LA CountyFood Bank Locations in LA County
Click here for a list of food bank locations across LA County....Read more
Important New CDSS Guidance on social distancingImportant New CDSS Guidance on social distancing
CDSS has issued a guidance for social and physical distancing at childcare facilities in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic ....Read more
How to decide if you should be tested or seek careHow to decide if you should be tested or seek care
Link to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provides information about virus testing and an interactive way to review symptoms. CDC says to call your doctor if you think you have been exposed to the virus and develop a fever and other symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing...Read more
Small Business Loans for Childcare ProvidersSmall Business Loans for Childcare Providers
Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans Available to Child Care Providers. The CARES Act includes many potential relief opportunities for the nation’s childcare industry...Read more
Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT)Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT)
Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) covers food costs for children who qualify for free or reduced lunch...Read more
LA County ECE COVID-19 Response Team FAQsLA County ECE COVID-19 Response Team FAQs
This document provides answers to frequent questions. It will be updated as needed....Read more
Oversight of out-of-home care - How to become a providerOversight of out-of-home care - How to become a provider
Community Care Licensing Division is part of the California Department of Social Services and is responsible for providing oversight of out-of-home care facilities or helping interested applicants become a licensed child care provider...Read more
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Community Resources: Community resources and program links to assist staff and school programs in responding to families’ unique needs during the COVID-19 pandemic, including housing, employment, utilities, and other local community resources.  Given the continually changing needs and responses related to COVID-19, it is essential that anyone accessing and/or referring to any of these programs, check that resources are appropriate for those needing them.

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Curriculum Supports: Access research-based curriculum materials to support distance learning, and to help guide and support parents’ role at home as child’s first teacher.

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Disabilities Services: Stay up to date on information and resources related to services for children with mild to severe disabilities. Access updates from disabilities service providers including regional centers and local education agencies, and other special education resources including professional development opportunities to support distance learning and inclusion.

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Education Supports: Access free educational subscriptions and applications, as well as guidance on how to support continued learning at home.

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Health Resources for Staff and Families: Health resources from key health-related program websites, including the County of Los Angeles and State of California Departments of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control, and Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE).  Each website provides links to information for parents, staff, schools, and/or program-type.

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Nutrition Resources for Staff and Families:  Food and nutrition resources for families and programs, including local food banks and information and links on continuing to provide food to children during school closures, such as the National School Lunch Program and the California Adult and Child Food Program (CACFP) in response to COVID-19.

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Professional Development and Training Resources

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Social-Emotional Development and Mental Health: Access resources to support children’s social-emotional development and mental health at home including guidance for talking with children about social changes caused by COVID-19.