Resources, Guides, and Links
This section provides categorized information and resources to support individuals and families across mental health, education and parenting, clinical services, and day to day life.
SHARK Holistic Programming
The Strong Healthy and Resilient Kids (SHARK) clinic provides comprehensive services including art and meditation classes, support groups, and therapy to promote healing and well-being.
Resources, Guides, and Links
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- ABA Checklist (PDF Coming soon!)
- SHARK Facebook Autism Support Group
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- Benefit Explorer Tool: This search engine can help you find food, transportation, and gas, electric & phone bills.
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- ACEs-LA Support for Families Affected by the ICE Raids
- Boston Medical Center: Family Preparedness Plan
- Boston Medical Center: Family Preparedness Plan Facilitator’s Guide
- Traumatic Separation in Immigrant Children: Strategies for New Caregivers
- Boston Medical Center: General Recommendations for Practitioners Serving Undocumented and Mixed Status Immigrant Families
- Refugee Housing
- Refugee Job Development
- SHARK Immigrant Family Resource Guide
Spanish Resources:
- ACEs-LA Apoyo para Familias Affectadas por las Redadas de ICE
- Boston Medical Center: Plan de preparación familiar
- Seperación Traumática en Niños Inmigrantes: Estrategias para Cuidadores Nuevos
- Boston Medical Center: Recursos para Proveedores y Cuidadores: Seperación Traumática y Familias Inmigrantes
- SHARK Guía de recursos para familias inmigrantes
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- RC Flowsheet (PDF Coming Soon!)
- Regional Center Lookup
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English
- IEP Workflow Eng/Span
- IEP Assessment Request Form
- IEPs and 504 Plans: A Guide for Parents
- Child Development Institute: Free Developmental Screenings
- Housing for Health: CBEST: SSI, SSDI, CAPI
- Child Development Institute: Free Development Screening
- Los Angeles Unified School District: Parents Guide to Special Education
- North Los Angeles County Regional Center: The Early Start Community
- Getting help Navigating the Regional Center System
- Referral Guide for Providers
- Building Blocks Resolution: Autism Therapy and Behavioral Analysis Services
- AV Seed and Grow: Inclusive Play Club
- Preparing your Child with Special Needs for School Emergencies
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- Instituto de Desarrollo Infantil:
Exámenes gratuitos del desarrollo - Vivienda para la Salud: CBEST: SSI, SSDI, CAPI
- Distrito Escolar Unificado de Los Ángeles: Guía para padres sobre la educación especial
- Centro Regional del Norte del Condado de Los Ángeles: La Comunidad de Early Start
- Cómo obtener ayuda para navegar por el sistema de centros regionales
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Mental Health PDFs/Links (Coming Soon!)
- CalFam Counseling PDF
- DMH Mental Health Resources English
- DMH Mental Health Resources Spanish
- DMH Simplified Mental Health Resources
- DMH Resource List for Children
Substance Abuse/Abuso De Sustancias
- Pennylane: Substance Use Disorder Program
- Pennylane: Programa de uso de sustancias
- Shields: Substance Use Disorder
Free Mental Health Apps
- Brightlife Kids
- Soluna App
- Smiling Mind
- GoNoodle
- Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame (Apple, Google Play)
- Clear Fear
- eQuoo (Apple, Google Play)
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- Coming soon!
SHARK Clinic Holistic Programming
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SHARK’s meditation program offers three 30-minute virtual sessions designed to give youth and families simple, effective tools for stress relief. Backed by research, these practices have been shown to improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, chronic abdominal pain, and sleep problems—helping participants build resilience and find calm in their daily lives.
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SHARK’s virtual group art classes use creative expression to support mental health, emotional well-being, and social connection. Participants receive free art supplies, making it easy to join from home and engage in activities that reduce stress, boost self-esteem, and encourage positive coping skills.
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SHARK’s Family Advisory Board brings parents together to learn about different diagnoses and available services while sharing their perspectives on clinic programs. By providing feedback and guidance, families help shape how we can best support our patients and community.
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- Link coming soon!
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SHARK’s Autism Parent Support Group is a private Facebook community where parents can connect, share experiences, and support one another. The group provides a safe space to build community, exchange resources, and navigate the journey of raising a child with autism together.
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SHARK offers Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) classes to help parents build strong, healthy relationships with their children. These evidence-based sessions provide practical tools for managing behavior, reducing stress, and supporting positive child development.
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SHARK provides short-term, evidence-based therapy to support patients experiencing post-traumatic stress. These focused sessions help reduce symptoms, build coping skills, and promote healing in a safe and supportive environment.
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- Link coming soon!
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Through SHARK’s Urban Farm Initiative, patients are connected with local urban farms to experience the benefits of nature, hands-on learning, and fresh, healthy food. This program promotes wellness, reduces stress, encourages nutritious eating, and fosters a deeper connection to the community and environment.
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- Link coming soon!
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Through our partnership with Code Read, SHARK promotes literacy and parent-child bonding by providing a free book at every visit. This simple but powerful practice encourages families to read together, fostering connection and a lifelong love of learning.
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- Link coming soon!