Our Favorite Sites

A list of sites that regional center staff find useful and interesting.

Allkids provides tips on parenting and typical child behaviors based on developmental milestones.

American Youth Soccer Organization(AYSO) is a nationwide non-profit organization that develops and deliver quality youth soccer programs in a fun family environment.

Boys and Girls Club - In every community, boy and girls are left to find their own recreation an companionship in the street. An increasing number of children are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know that someone cares about them. Boys & Girls Clubs offer that and more. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging an influence. Boys & Girls Clubs are a safe place to learn and grow -- all while having fun.

California State Government Links to many state agencies and departments

California Law Links to text of California Codes

Cap Web Information on legislation, House members, committees and links to other government resources.

Division for Early Childhood (DEC) of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is a nonprofit organization advocating for individuals who work with or on behalf of children with special needs, birth through age eight, and their families. The DEC is dedicated to promoting policies and practices that support families and enhance the optimal development of children. Children with special needs include those who have disabilities, developmental delays, are gifted/talented, and are at risk of future developmental problems.

Foundation For The Junior Blind was established to provide recreational services for children who are blind and visually impaired.

Los Angeles Traffic Map A real-time, map of traffic flow in LA County and near Orange County.

My Virtual Reference Desk A collection of reference material ranging from national and local newspapers to encyclopedias, dictionaries, and telephone books.

New York Times "Your Health Daily" Health newsletter

Pampers Find practical tips and helpful advice on every aspect of parenting, provided by some of the world's leading experts. You'll also find the latest Pampers product information.

Parent's Place A site for all parents that provides links to other sites and a large database of articles that you can search.

Preschooleducation.com  A place for parents and preschool educators to share and get ideas for lesson plans and fun activities.

Safety Vitamins - a site from The Office of Health & Safety(OHS) that provides tips ranging from disaster planning for your family to product recalls.

Santa Monica Bobby Sox League is part of a national program that began in 1962 with the specific goal of giving girls the opportunity to participate in team sports.

Team Santa Monica - Team Santa Monica is a swim club, non-profit, parent-run organization. It serves Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Culver City, Venice, Marina del Rey, Beverly Hills, Brentwood and the Westside of Los Angeles. As a swimmer with Team Santa Monica, you will meet new friends and participate in exciting swim competitions throughout Southern California.

Thomas Legislative Info Direct access to bills (passed and pending), congressional record, and constitution.

USA Weather Forecast The latest forecasts and radar images for the entire country or local area.

The US Senate with Senate activities, history, committees, schedules, legislation, links to the Web sites of individual senators and a virtual tour of the U.S. Capitol.

The Virginia Avenue Project, in long-term partnership with professional artists, is dedicated to using the performing arts to encourage children growing up under difficult circumstances to achieve their full potential. The Project provides challenges and learning opportunities that encourage its participants to think creatively about their lives while giving them the practical skills to turn their dreams into reality.

Women's Health Hotline Newsletters on women's health issues

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