Best Start

We've got exciting news to share! Our #Region2 Best Starts recently launched a fantastic web page, offering resources, updates & news stories to help community members. This week, spend some time on the site & check out their amazing work: https://bit.ly/3fJw5Zo

#HappyMonday! Now's the time for winter breaks & check ins with family members. First 5 LA recently published a helpful article with tips on how to stay safe during this very different #HolidaySeason.

Sharing some exciting news from Best Start Central Long Beach! Grants are currently being issued in the community to help child care providers purchase supplies! Read below & spread the word!

#Autumn is here & we are very excited to promote the latest #ParentingGuide from First 5 LA! READ & SHARE this helpful resource, which includes stress relief tips, COVID-19 safety & activities centered around #Halloween & #Thanksgiving: https://bit.ly/36wkhHv

December is in effect & Best Start Metro Los Angeles has been sharing more Facebook #Birthday celebrations! Feliz cumpleaños to community members Silvia, Gloria & Esperanza!

#HappyMonday! Today we're sharing a post from Best Start South El Monte/El Monte, highlighting Free #FluShots at LA County Library locations across our communities. It's a great way to stay healthy as we head into colder weather! Learn More: https://bit.ly/35w4VAt

Happy #ThrowbackThursday! Though the #DayOfListening may have passed, its message is still very important this season. Watch & Share this helpful First 5 LA video, which encourages little ones to interview loved ones & promote a #CultureOfRespect!

Shout out to Best Start Wilmington and community member Hilda Alves. She recently shared a video with ideas to keep the little ones entertained during school breaks. It applies to all ages and can be lots of fun!

The #HolidaySeason is here and we are excited to share a new article from the First 5 LA Parenting Site about the importance of #Gratitude. Yes it has definitely been a challenging year, but there is still a lot to be thankful for!

Fun #Halloween themed workshops. Thanks for sharing Best Start Metro Los Angeles!

We hope everyone is enjoying the #Halloween season! This weekend, try setting aside some time for a spirited craft, like this fun mask making exercise from First 5 LA: https://bit.ly/37uBqli

Best Start Broadway-Manchester is continuing to do great work to promote safety during COVID-19, handing out free masks & sanitizers to families at a recent event. Check out some highlights below, which include a special appearance by Congresswoman Maxine Waters!

L.A. City Council President Nury Martinez recently launched a fantastic program within our Best Start Northeast Valley Community. Watch below to learn about the #KidsFirst movement, which aims to help homeless families with free learning and reading resources.

Today, we want to give a big #ShoutOut to Best Start Wilmington's Gaby Segovia & Nancy Cid! They were recently recognized by Los Angeles Walks as #SafeStreets Promatoras, helping to spread the word about community advocacy.

#HappyMonday! The First 5 LA October #BookList has arrived & this month, there are some great selections that touch on #Halloween & the flavors of Fall. Take a look & reserve some free copies from your local Los Angeles Public Library!

#Halloween is around the corner & Mayor Eric Garcetti's office is promoting fun, safe activities at home with the #FallFridayNights program. Learn more about their online events & check out one of their videos below, which features a spooky pumpkin project! https://www.lagryd.org/ffn2020

BREAKING NEWS The #Census2020 deadline is now today, Oct 15th! Spread the message & help community members get counted before the day is up. There are still a few hours left: https://2020census.gov/

We are excited to share the new #PathwayToProgress report , which has useful info about our Best Start communities. Download & Share this helpful resource, which outlines how First 5 LA plans to improve conditions for families throughout #LACounty: https://bit.ly/3lJcKJz

#CommunityGardens are continuing to thrive during COVID-19! Take a look at some of the great work that Best Start Watts-Willowbrook members are doing to provide homegrown fruits & vegetables to local families.

We've talked about the community #Census2020 caravans before, but now you get see one in action! Take a look at this great video from Best Start #Palmdale, highlighting their recent #BeCounted awareness ride.

#HappyFriday! We are very excited to share the full livestream from last month's #LosLibrosFestival. There are great reading ideas, crafts tips & musical moments to keep the family moving this weekend. Watch, Share & Enjoy: https://bit.ly/2FiXbJe

For today's #ThrowbackThursday, we wanted to give a big #ShoutOut to Best Start East Los Angeles for their recent push to spread awareness about #Census2020. Read & Share this inspirational story about #CommunityAction & #Teamwork during COVID-19.