activities · 41
what they do
direct service · 36
- Bilingual education resources for home-based child care providers Early Childhood Literacy Support for Caregivers and EducatorsProvides free bilingual education resources to enrolled home-based child care providers to support daily stimulating learning opportunities for children.
- Bilingual education support for home-based child care providers Early Childhood Literacy Support for Caregivers and EducatorsProvides free bilingual education resources to enrolled home-based child care providers to support daily, stimulating learning opportunities for young children.
- Bilingual education support for home-based child care providers Early Childhood Literacy Support for Caregivers and EducatorsProvides free bilingual education resources to enrolled home-based child care providers to support daily stimulating learning opportunities for young children.
- Case management and child care placement supportOffers case management services to help families identify and access quality, safe child care options tailored to their needs, including for children with exceptional needs or severe disabilities. Services include care coordination, assessments, and long-term support planning.
- Case management and placement support for child careProvides case management services to help families in Watts-Willowbrook, Compton, and South Los Angeles find safe, nurturing child care for children up to age 12 and for children with exceptional needs or severe disabilities up to ages 18–21.
- Child Care Subsidies and Placement Assistance Subsidized Child Care Access ProgramsProvides child care subsidies to low-income families in Watts-Willowbrook, Compton, and South Los Angeles, helping them pay for child care expenses and enabling parental employment or education. Also offers case management to help families find safe, nurturing child care for children up to age 12, and for children with exceptional needs or severe disabilities up to ages 18-21.
- Community trauma-informed care and healing programsOffers trauma-informed mental health outreach and healing services to parents, caregivers, and community members through initiatives like the Community Healing Project and Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers, including monthly support groups and self-care strategy workshops in Willowbrook, Los Angeles.
- Community trauma-informed care and healing programsOperates the Community Healing Project and Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers, launched in 2024, to expand trauma-informed care services to parents, caregivers, and community members in Willowbrook, Los Angeles. Hosts monthly support groups and shares self-care strategies to address personal and historical trauma.
- Community trauma-informed care and healing programsOffers trauma-informed mental health outreach and healing services to parents, caregivers, and community members through initiatives like the Community Healing Project and Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers, launched in 2024 in Willowbrook. Includes monthly support groups and self-care strategy sharing to address personal and historical trauma.
- Community-based trauma-informed care and healing programsOffers the Community Healing Project and Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers to expand trauma-informed services to parents, caregivers, and community members in Willowbrook, Los Angeles. Includes monthly support groups and self-care strategy sharing to address personal and historical trauma.
- Early Childhood Education Programs Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationOperates six centers in South Los Angeles providing preschool access to up to 384 children annually, offering culturally sensitive developmental activities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. This includes group instruction for children aged 18 months to 3 years and daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and snacks).
- Early Intervention for Children with Special Needs Early Intervention for Infants and ToddlersProvides Early Intervention services for children with special needs aged 18 months to 3 years, coordinating with the South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC) and other resources.
- Early childhood education and development programs Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationOffers preschool access and center-based group instruction for children aged 18 months to 3 years across six centers in South Los Angeles, including culturally sensitive STEM/STEAM activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Serves up to 384 children annually with meals and snacks provided five days a week.
- Early childhood education and kindergarten readiness Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationProvides preschool access to up to 384 children annually across six centers in South Los Angeles, offering culturally sensitive STEM and arts-based learning opportunities to prepare children for kindergarten and long-term success.
- Early childhood education and school readiness programs Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationOffers preschool and center-based group instruction for children aged 18 months to 3 years across six centers in South Los Angeles, serving up to 384 children annually. Curriculum includes culturally sensitive STEM and STEAM activities to prepare children for kindergarten and long-term success.
- Early childhood education and school readiness programs Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationProvides preschool and early learning services to up to 384 children annually across six centers in South Los Angeles, including group instruction for children aged 18 months to 3 years and developmentally appropriate STEM and arts-based curricula to prepare children for kindergarten and long-term academic success.
- Early intervention services for children with special needs Early Intervention for Infants and ToddlersDelivers Early Intervention services for children aged 18 months to 3 years with special needs in partnership with the South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC) and other agencies, including therapy, assessments, and coordinated care planning.
- Early intervention services for children with special needs Early Intervention for Infants and ToddlersProvides Early Intervention services for children aged 18 months to 3 years with exceptional needs or severe disabilities, in coordination with South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC) and other resources, ensuring access to developmental support and therapy.
- Early intervention services for children with special needs Early Intervention for Infants and ToddlersDelivers Early Intervention services for children aged 18 months to 3 years with special needs in partnership with South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC) and other support resources.
- Early intervention services for children with special needs Early Intervention for Infants and ToddlersProvides Early Intervention services for children aged 18 months to 3 years with special needs in coordination with the South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC) and other resources.
- Home-Based Child Care Provider Resources Early Childhood Literacy Support for Caregivers and EducatorsProvides free bilingual education resources to enrolled home-based child care providers to support daily stimulating learning opportunities for children.
- Mental Health Services for Children and Families Child & Youth Outpatient Mental Health ServicesDelivers comprehensive outpatient mental health care to low-income and Medi-Cal eligible children, youth, young adults, and caregivers from birth to age 21. Services include counseling, case management, parenting groups, medication support, comprehensive assessments, and support for families in crisis.
- Mental health services for children and families Child & Youth Outpatient Mental Health ServicesProvides outpatient, school-based, and clinical mental health care to children, youth, young adults, and caregivers from birth to age 21, with a focus on low-income and Medi-Cal eligible populations. Services include counseling, case management, parenting groups, medication support, comprehensive assessments, and crisis intervention.
- Mental health services for children and families Child & Youth Outpatient Mental Health ServicesProvides outpatient, school-based, and clinical mental health care to children, youth, young adults, and caregivers from birth to age 21, with a focus on low-income and Medi-Cal eligible populations. Services include counseling, case management, parenting groups, medication support, and comprehensive assessments.
- Mental health services for children and families Child & Youth Outpatient Mental Health ServicesDelivers outpatient, school-based, and clinical mental health services including counseling, case management, parenting groups, medication support, and comprehensive assessments to children, youth, young adults, and caregivers from birth to age 21 who are low-income and Medi-Cal eligible. Supports families in crisis and connects children to therapy and treatment.
- Mental health services for children and families Child & Youth Outpatient Mental Health ServicesDelivers outpatient and clinical mental health care to children, youth, young adults, and caregivers from birth to age 21 who are low-income and Medi-Cal eligible. Services include counseling, case management, parenting groups, medication support, comprehensive assessments, and crisis intervention.
- Nutrition services for enrolled children Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationProvides breakfast, lunch, and snacks five days a week to approximately 384 children enrolled in preschool programs across six center locations in South Los Angeles.
- Nutrition services for enrolled children Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationProvides breakfast, lunch, and snacks five days a week to approximately 384 children enrolled in center-based programs across six locations in South Los Angeles.
- Nutrition services for enrolled children Center-Based Early Childhood STEAM EducationProvides breakfast, lunch, and snacks five days a week to approximately 384 children across six center locations in South Los Angeles as part of its early education program.
- Subsidized child care for low-income families Subsidized Child Care Access ProgramsProvides child care subsidies to low-income families in South Los Angeles, enabling parental employment or education while ensuring children receive quality care. The program supports approximately 4,743 children annually with over $28 million in funding.
- Subsidized child care for low-income families Subsidized Child Care Access ProgramsProvides child care subsidies and financial assistance to low-income families in South Los Angeles, Watts-Willowbrook, Compton, and surrounding areas, enabling access to safe, nurturing care for children up to age 12 and children with exceptional needs up to age 21. In recent years, delivered over $28 million in funding to support 4,743 children annually.
- Subsidized child care for low-income families Subsidized Child Care Access ProgramsProvides child care subsidies and case management to help low-income families in South Los Angeles, Watts-Willowbrook, and Compton pay for some or all of their child care expenses, enabling parental employment or education while ensuring children receive quality care. Supports approximately 4,743 children annually with over $28 million in funding.
- Subsidized child care services for low-income families Subsidized Child Care Access ProgramsProvides child care subsidies and financial assistance to low-income families in South Los Angeles, Watts-Willowbrook, and Compton, enabling access to safe, nurturing care for children up to age 12 and children with exceptional needs up to ages 18–21. In recent years, delivered over $28 million in funding to support subsidized care for 4,743 children.
- Supplemental family support and enrichment programs Foster Youth Gift DistributionUses donations to fund science lessons, therapy sessions, and holiday toy distribution for families in need, enhancing child development and family stability.
- Wraparound family support using donations Foster Youth Gift DistributionUses donations to fund science lessons, therapy sessions, and holiday toy distribution for families in need, enhancing child development and family stability.
- Wraparound support services for families Foster Youth Gift DistributionUses donations to support science lessons, therapy sessions, and holiday toy distribution for families in need, enhancing holistic family support.
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- Training and capacity building for child care providers Parent Training for Foster and Adoptive FamiliesTrains child care providers and advisors across Los Angeles County in trauma-informed care practices, with over 5,000 providers trained since 2018 through initiatives like the Emergency Child Care Bridge Program for Foster Children.
- Training for child care providers in trauma-informed care Parent Training for Foster and Adoptive FamiliesTrains child care providers across Los Angeles County in trauma-informed care through the Emergency Child Care Bridge Program for Foster Children and advisor training initiatives. Has trained over 5,000 providers since 2018.
- Training for child care providers in trauma-informed care Parent Training for Foster and Adoptive FamiliesTrains child care providers and advisors across Los Angeles County in trauma-informed care practices, with over 5,000 providers trained since 2018 through initiatives like the Emergency Child Care Bridge Program for Foster Children.
- Training in trauma-informed care for child care providers Parent Training for Foster and Adoptive FamiliesTrains child care providers and advisors across Los Angeles County in trauma-informed care practices. Since 2018, over 5,000 providers have been trained through the Emergency Child Care Bridge Program for Foster Children.
- Trauma-Informed Care Training and Community Support Parent Training for Foster and Adoptive FamiliesTrains child care providers across Los Angeles County in trauma-informed care, having trained over 5,000 providers since 2018. Also launched the Community Healing Project and Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers to expand trauma-informed care services to parents, caregivers, and community members in Willowbrook, Los Angeles, offering monthly support groups and self-care strategies.
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how they think
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- Attachment-based, parenting-focused intervention model attachment-based_parentingSupports child development through trauma-informed, attachment-based strategies that empower caregivers to recognize and respond to children’s emotional and behavioral cues, strengthening early relationships as a foundation for regulation and growth.
- Community Capacity Building and Referral Networks community_partnership_and_referralStrengthens community outcomes by training early childhood professionals in trauma-informed care and connecting families and partners to essential services and resources through events, publications, and coordinated referrals.
- Community Partnership and Referral Network community_partnership_and_referralStrengthens community-level outcomes by connecting families and service providers to direct services and external resources through coordinated events, publications, and referral systems.
- Community Partnership and Resource Connection community_partnership_and_referralThe organization strengthens community outcomes by actively connecting families and partners to direct services and external resources through various events and publications, fostering a network of support.
- Community Partnership and Resource Connection community_partnership_and_referralThe organization strengthens community outcomes by connecting families and partners to direct services and external resources through various engagement activities and publications.
- Community partnership and resource referral network community_partnership_and_referralEnhances community outcomes by connecting families and partners to essential services and resources through coordinated events, publications, and referral systems, extending impact beyond direct programming.
- Culturally Sensitive and Strengths-Based Care culturally_sensitive_careThe organization delivers mental health care and child development services that are culturally sensitive, build on family strengths, and are accessible and compassionate. This ensures that all families, particularly those in underserved and culturally diverse communities, feel welcome and receive care that respects their background.
- Culturally Sensitive and Strengths-Based Care culturally_sensitive_careThe organization delivers mental health care and child development services that are culturally sensitive, build on family strengths, and are designed to be inclusive and welcoming to all families.
- Empowering Caregivers and Family Partnerships caregiver_supportThe organization empowers families and caregivers as primary educators by providing supportive services, resources, and partnering with them as co-educators to support each child's development.
- Enriched Early Childhood Education enriched_environmentThe organization provides stimulating and enriched learning environments, including a creative, language-enriched curriculum with STEAM-focused, hands-on learning, to support continuous educational engagement for children.
- Enriched Early Childhood Education enriched_environmentThe organization provides an enriched, stimulating environment for children through a creative, language-enriched curriculum that includes STEAM-focused, hands-on learning experiences in both indoor and outdoor settings, supporting continuous educational engagement.
- Enriched, STEAM-Focused Early Learning Environment early-childhood-steam-educationSupports continuous educational engagement by creating stimulating, language-enriched environments that integrate hands-on STEAM learning indoors and outdoors, fostering creativity and cognitive development in early childhood.
- Enriched, STEAM-Focused Early Learning Environment early-childhood-steam-educationSupports continuous educational engagement through stimulating, language-enriched environments and hands-on STEAM learning indoors and outdoors, fostering creativity and cognitive development in early childhood.
- Enriched, STEAM-integrated early learning environment early-childhood-steam-educationSupports continuous educational engagement through stimulating, creative environments that incorporate language-enriched, hands-on STEAM learning indoors and outdoors, fostering cognitive and developmental growth.
- Expanding Child Care Access through Diverse Provider Pathways multiple_provider_pathway_modelThe organization expands access to quality child care by supporting multiple types of providers, including licensed centers, license-exempt relatives, and licensed family homes, and by ensuring access regardless of family income. It also supports home-based providers with bilingual educational resources to enhance early learning quality.
- Expanding Child Care Access through Diverse Provider Support multiple_provider_pathway_modelThe organization expands access to quality child care regardless of family income by supporting multiple provider types, including licensed centers, license-exempt relatives, and licensed family homes, and by providing home-based providers with educational resources.
- Family-Centered Collaborative Education family_partnership_modelThe organization partners with families as co-educators, forming collaborative teams to support each child's development, recognizing and empowering families as integral to the educational process.
- Family-Provider Partnership and Co-Education Model family-partnership_modelPartners with families and diverse child care providers—including licensed, license-exempt, and family home providers—as co-educators and key change agents, using collaborative teams and bilingual resources to support high-quality, accessible early learning experiences.
- Family-provider partnership and co-education model family-partnership_modelEngages families as active partners and primary educators through collaborative teams and co-education strategies, enhancing child development outcomes by aligning home and program learning.
- Flexible, Inclusive Access Model income-inclusive child care accessExpands access to quality child care through income-inclusive policies and a multi-pathway system that supports diverse provider types—including licensed centers, family homes, and license-exempt relatives—while using flexible funding to respond to emergent community needs.
- Flexible, Inclusive Access to Quality Child Care income-inclusive_child_care_accessExpands access to high-quality child care across multiple provider types and income levels through flexible funding and subsidy support, ensuring equitable participation regardless of economic status.
- Flexible, inclusive access model for child care income-inclusive_child_care_accessExpands access to quality child care across multiple provider types—including centers, family homes, and relatives—regardless of income, using flexible funding to meet emerging community needs and reduce systemic barriers.
- Holistic and Whole-Family Support whole_family_supportThe organization provides integrated support to families, addressing various needs during critical developmental periods through a combination of educational, developmental, subsidy, and mental health programs to promote overall well-being.
- Holistic and Whole-Family Support whole_family_supportThe organization provides integrated, holistic support to families by combining educational, developmental, subsidy, and mental health programs. This approach addresses the needs of the entire family unit during critical developmental periods, empowering caregivers as primary educators and building on family strengths.
- Provider Support Through Education and Resources provider_support_through_educational_resourcesEnhances the quality of home-based child care by equipping providers with bilingual educational resources and specialized training, strengthening early learning experiences in family settings.
- Provider capacity building through education and resources provider_support_through_educational_resourcesStrengthens the quality of home-based and early childhood care by delivering bilingual educational resources and trauma-informed care training to providers, improving learning environments and workforce readiness.
- Strengths-Based, Culturally Responsive Family Engagement culturally_sensitive_careBuilds on family strengths and cultural identities to deliver inclusive, compassionate, and evidence-based services, ensuring families feel welcomed and empowered as co-educators and primary influencers of their children’s development.
- Strengths-Based, Culturally Responsive Family Engagement culturally_sensitive_careBuilds on family strengths and cultural identities to deliver inclusive, compassionate, and evidence-based services, empowering caregivers as primary educators and co-educators in their children’s development through supportive resources and collaborative partnerships.
- Strengths-based, culturally responsive family engagement strengths-based_and_culturally_sensitive_careBuilds on family strengths and cultural context to deliver inclusive, compassionate, and evidence-based services, ensuring families feel welcomed and empowered as co-educators in their children’s development.
- Trauma-Informed Care and Support trauma_informed_careThe organization integrates trauma-informed care principles across its services, including mental health, employment support, and parenting education, to reduce re-traumatization, promote community well-being, and build safe, nurturing environments for children and families. This approach extends to training for early childhood professionals and adopting trauma-informed organizational practices.
- Trauma-Informed Care and Support trauma_informed_careThe organization integrates trauma-informed approaches across its services, including mental health, employment support, and parenting education, to reduce re-traumatization, promote community well-being, and build safe, nurturing environments for children and families. This includes training for professionals and families, and adopting trauma-informed principles within the organization itself.
- Trauma-Informed Systems and Care Approach trauma_informed_careApplies a comprehensive trauma-informed framework across services and organizational culture—using SAMHSA’s principles—to prevent re-traumatization, support child and caregiver self-regulation, and build safe, nurturing environments in both clinical and community settings.
- Trauma-Informed Systems and Care Approach trauma_informed_careApplies a comprehensive trauma-informed framework across organizational culture, service delivery, and workforce training—aligned with SAMHSA’s principles—to prevent re-traumatization, support self-regulation in children, and build safe, nurturing environments for families and providers in culturally diverse communities.
- Trauma-informed systems and care approach trauma_informed_careApplies a comprehensive trauma-informed framework across services and systems—using SAMHSA’s principles—to prevent re-traumatization, support self-regulation in children, and build safe environments for families and providers through training and organizational culture change.
- Whole-Family, Holistic Support Model whole-family_supportIntegrates educational, developmental, mental health, and subsidy programs with caregiver and parenting support to address the full spectrum of family needs during critical developmental periods, recognizing that child well-being is deeply connected to family stability and health.
- Whole-Family, Holistic Support Model whole-family_supportIntegrates educational, mental health, subsidy, and developmental services with employment and trauma support to address the interconnected needs of children and families during critical developmental periods, recognizing that family stability and wellbeing directly impact child outcomes.
- Whole-family, integrated support model whole-family_supportAddresses family needs holistically by integrating child care, mental health, education, and subsidy services to support well-being during critical developmental periods, recognizing that family stability is foundational to child outcomes.
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what they call their work
CalWORKs Alternative Payment
A program related to child care subsidies, likely for families receiving CalWORKs benefits.
Center Base Group Instruction
Group instruction for children 18 months to 3 years of age focusing on language, social skills, and problem-solving, meeting three hours, three times per week.
Child Care Services
Provides child care subsidies through CalWORKS and other programs to help low-income parents work or study while ensuring quality care for their children.
Community Healing Project
Focuses on TIC by supporting community members in the Willowbrook area through trauma-focused healing services, trainings, self-care strategies, and monthly support groups.
Early Childhood STEAM Education
Provides preschool education for children 18 months to 5 years through six centers in South LA, focusing on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math with culturally sensitive, hands-on learning and nutritional meals.
Early Intervention
Specialized support for children 18 months to 3 years with developmental challenges, delivered in coordination with South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC) and including family education and services.
Mental Health Services
Offers free outpatient mental health care for children and families (ages birth to 21), including counseling, case management, parenting groups, and comprehensive assessments, with a focus on trauma and behavioral challenges.
Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers
A TIC training program for parents and caregivers of young children, in partnership with SEEDS of UCLA, exploring how to promote self-regulation in children by understanding their cues.
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) Training
Trains child care providers and professionals across Los Angeles County on trauma-informed approaches; includes the Community Healing Project and Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers in partnership with UCLA SEEDS.
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who they work with
- Compton Partner — Community area served by Drew CDC programs.
- County of Los Angeles Government — Funding and operational partner supporting child care and family services.
- DCFS Partner — Referral partner for mental health services
- Drew CDC Partner — Invites organizations to become partners in creating mission-driven change.
- LACDMH Partner — Referral partner for mental health services
- South Central Los Angeles Regional Center Partner — Coordinates Early Intervention services for children with developmental challenges.
- South Los Angeles Partner — Primary geographic area served by Drew CDC programs.
- Strategies for Enhancing Early Developmental Success Partner — Partners with SEEDS of UCLA to deliver Sprouts for Parents and Caregivers, a trauma-informed training program for families.
- Watts-Willowbrook Partner — Community area served by Drew CDC programs.