How to Make a Healthy Eating Plan from Myplate.gov Check what you have at home first Take a look at the foods you already have in your refrigerator, freezer, and pantry before you make a list; make sure to look at expiration dates and best by dates. This can help you plan meals around what…
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Wholesome Recipes for Your Thanksgiving Spread That Don’t Sacrifice Flavor Thanksgiving is a time to acknowledge all the good things we have in our lives while celebrating with some of the people we love the most. Although enjoying a holiday feast is part of the day’s festivities, that doesn’t mean we can’t indulge healthfully. Check…
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Ideas for Making Snack Time Healthy and Delicious This article is adapted from the Food, Fun & Family resource guide at foodandfun.org. Snacks are an important part of your child’s daily diet. Children need healthy snacks between meals to give them energy and nutrients. A good snack includes: at least one fruit or vegetable AND…
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Budget-Friendly Tips to Get More Fruits and Vegetables in Your Diet This article is taken from the California Department of Public Health’s website. We all know fruits and veggies are great for your health. Use these tips to afford fresh produce on any budget! Use fresh vegetables and fruits that are in season. They are easy…
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Are you a parent or guardian who needs assistance securing meals for your family? Check out the following food sources for kids aged K-12 in LA County. If you haven’t already, see if you qualify for SNAP benefits and enroll here in less than 10 minutes. LAUSD and Red Cross Free Meals for All Students…
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Watch this video from the CDC to make your own mask with just a T-shirt/towel and two rubber bands. Check out more COVID community resources here!
As kids return to school this year attending only virtual classes, many LA parents are struggling to navigate the new process of online education. Even if you aren’t a parent, maybe you’ve been tasked with working from home and you don’t have WiFi. If you or your family doesn’t have or can’t afford Wifi, follow…
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Three Helpful Steps for Leading Activities with Kids This article is adapted from the CATCH Health at Home library. Children expect rules to be in place. As you know, they are most certainly aware of situations where rules aren’t in place and will respond accordingly. An environment without clear and consistent expectations gives way to…
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