If you are the parent of a child with ADD or ADHD and are looking for help in dealing with this condition, please join Dr. Kelvin deWolfe for a highly informative two afternoon seminar that can help your child to *Improve focus *Improve concentration *Manage frustration *Reduce aggressive behavior *Build self-esteem No doubt you've tried a number of approaches in managing your child's condition. Dr. deWolfe has developed a treatment plan, using Chinese Medicine, that is quite effective. Unlike …

My wife and I are both in our early 30's, we have 2 kids, and we still love to go out (dinners, movies, bars, brunch, art galleries, bike ride, special events,concerts, etc). Most our friends that have had kids have disappeared and don't leave the house. This group is meant for PARENTS that are still young (or young at heart), and still enjoy having a social life, and like to go out (sometimes with the kids, sometimes without). People ages late 20's-early 40's, live in or close to the West LA ar …

West Los Angeles Parents of children with Special Needs (Autism, ASD, ADD/ADHD, PDD... etc.) come together to hear testimonies, share stories, gather resource and fellowship with one another over the recognition that they share the bond of parallel circumstances. Through grieving the loss of a 'typical' child, learning to cherish our children with special needs, and learning how to cope and manage the challenges along the way, WLA Support Groups is filled with other parents just like you.

This is a group for parents and/or grandparents who are raising children that have been diagnosed with ADHD/ODD and any other acronym that applies. I am a single mom with a diagnosed eight year old son. So many times, I just want to scream because I don't know what to do and have no one I can talk with who really understands. I am sure there must be others like me who feel like they are all alone, who just needs a little encouragement and support. We can get together to discuss and exchange idea …

Parents Education League of LA (PEL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the most objective, comprehensive, and objective information regarding schools and education in LA. We do this via our events, workshops, fairs, speakers, advisory services and website. Every month we offer unique programming based on the feedback of parents like you throughout the community.

If you're a Jewish parent and are currently without a significant other, and would like a place to go to meet other similar people, AND have a place to bring your kids to have fun, come on over! Our emphasis is on group activities in Los Angeles county, with a laid back, easy going attitude. We don't care what 'kind' of Jew you are. Reform? Conservative? Orthodox? Reconstructionist? 'Just a Jew'? GREAT!!! This is about having a good time, shmoozing, relaxing with friendly people! LAJSP has …

This is a group for expectant and new parents having babies in 2013. Having moved to Marina Del Rey in the last 6 months and expecting our first, we were looking to meet other parents soon to have babies.  Our daughter was born March 29, 2013! This group will meet for coffee, go for walks, meet for lunch, and eventually play dates with our new little ones. This can be for moms, dads, couples, working or stay at home.

Are you a family caregiver caring for a senior parent or a spouse?  Family caregivers are the unsung heros.  Is your duty as a family caregiver affecting your work?  If yes, you're not alone. Among working caregivers caring for a family member or friend, 69% report having to rearrange their work schedule, decrease their hours or take an unpaid leave in order to meet their caregiving responsibilities. 5% turned down a promotion, 4% chose early retirement and 6% gave up working entirely. Difficul …

Hi there, I was looking for a local L.A. support group for men and women like me who don't have children but who are dating or married to someone who does. Are you meeting other step parents? Are you getting good advice? I would like to share wisdom, insight, and information since this is all very new to me!

This group is for multiracial, multiethnic, transracially-adopted, mixed families! All parents need a good support network; join other interracial families who are going through the same parenting adventures as you. Plus, your kids can develop friendships with other biracial/multiracial/adopted kids. This group is part of Multiracial Americans of Southern California (MASC), which is a nonprofit organization that has been serving the mixed race community for over 20 years. Visit www.mascsite.org …

Welcome to Our Qmunity!!! Hi, welcome to the West LA Queer Families Community on Meetup! This group is intended for active queer (LGBTI) parents and families with kids of all ages who are interested in building a local family-centered community on the Westside.  We will get together to explore West LA and surrounding areas, including: local parks, beaches, zoos, aquariums, indoor playgrounds, fairs/festivals, museums, member homes, etc.  In addition to the playdates, we will also post some mommy …

New on-going grief/bereavement support group in Santa Monica for parents who have lost children to addiction, drugs, alcohol, medication. If you or someone you knows has had a child/adult child die from a substance event, please contact us for more information. This group is free. Times and dates are TBA. 310 917-5008 or graspsantamonica

Multiracial Americans of Southern California (MASC) is a nonprofit dedicated to advocacy, education, and support for and about biracial/multiracial people, transracially adopted people and their families, and interracial couples and families. We do many events throughout the year including social events like our Annual Family Picnic, parenting workshops, panels at universities and the Mixed Roots Film & Literary Festival, and more! Our events are held in downtown Los Angeles and the surrounding …

The purpose of this group is to bring together typically developing and special needs parents who struggle with having one or more children with behavior problems. Behavior problems can range from tantrums, non-compliance, defiance, aggression, or more. The group is led by a Behavior Analyst who can provide guidance in addition to bringing parents together to provide moral support.

Hoof Prints to Freedom at Rustic Canyon Ranch is a non profit 501(c)(3) equine rescue and education facility that specializes in Integrated Natural Horsemanship and Connective Horseback Riding™ and has a unique approach to Equine Experiental Leadership and Empowerment Programs. We are a nature based program nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains located in Pacific Palisades/Santa Monica. There is no need to travel to the Valley, Burbank or Malibu. We are right here in your back yard. We have hand …

For babies born September - December 2010, Moms and Dads welcome. We host Parent and Toddler classes, field trips and play dates

We're excited to present a group bring together abductee parents of hybrid children. In this time of awakening (the 2012 threshold), it's important to come together to share experiences of the heart to solidify the reality where Extraterrestrials land, and hybrid children can integrate into our world :) Welcome!! You can visit our site and our facebook page to find more info about hybrids! http://www.hybridchildrencommunity.com/ http://www.facebook.com/hybridchildrencommunity.com See you at our …

The Hub on Venice is six separate facilities under one roof: Ohr HaTorah Synagogue Kinder Circle Preschool Venice Boulevard Community Center Beach Communities Jewish Center Institute for Spiritual Formation & Moral Psychology Sophos Cafe From parenting groups to kabbalah and psychology classes; homework and ESL clubs to poker and dancing nights; fantastic performances and celebrations to quiet transformative revelations, The Hub on Venice is a place where your mind, body and spirit can regroup …

Welcome to MOMs Travel Club! We are MOMs that enjoy traveling...with kids and without kids.  We believe that traveling is an important part of life and we want to make traveling a part of our kids life. This group was started to connect like-minded MOMs together who have a passion for traveling or want to travel with their kids.  We meet officially at least twice a month during the school year.  Once with kids for a play date and once without kids for a Travel MOMs night out.  But feel free to …

Looking for other fun social parents to share toddler adventures with? This is a gathering group for social outdoor enthusiast 2 parent families in the 35+ phase of life with only one child. We are building a community that offers enjoyable social time for the parents as well as the toddlers. If bonding over hikes and outings instead of plastic toys and the latest app sounds good then you’ll be right at home. We have at least 2 family outings a month to adventure into nature or explore some of t …

Meet other local Jewish Moms and families. Socialize while your child enjoys interactive play, songs, dancing and activities. your child will enjoy a variety of songs along with playing with the parachute, bubbles, pom poms and other activities. snack will be served

Do you live in Venice CA and want to get out of the house with your kiddos and have some fun!?! Join us! We are a NEW group based in Venice, looking to connect with other stay at home and part time working parents. A little bit about us... MOMS Club of Venice, CA is a local chapter of International MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support), a non-profit organization that supports the stay-at-home and part-time moms (and dads) of today. There are more than 100,000 members and 2,000 chapters of MOMS …

A meet up for stay at home moms or dads who want more social interaction without the cost! Open to suggestions and all members may plan meetups for the group. Just want a good robust set of meetups for both mommie or daddy and our little ones. Hope to see you soon.

SOCIALIZING WITH PET PARENTS and FURRY BABIES Group enjoys having FUN, PLAYDATES, HELPING SHELTER/RESCUES, FUNDRAISER, SOCIALIZING, CHILDREN READING TO OUR DOGGIES, Yappy Hour, Wine & Cheese Yappy Hour while our doggies eat doggie treats, Doggie Birthday Parties.  Group has numerous socializing events/activities, view 150+ Photo Albums Most important goals are our Furry Babies and helping dogs who are not so lucky. Please bring any ideas about future Meetups and bring your doggies to socialize a …

This is an affordable, warm, friendly and inspiring group for women transitioning through the end of a relationship or marriage. It doesn't matter where you are in the process, you are welcome to come by and get the support and direction you deserve and need. This group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at the YWCA in Santa Monica, and it is facilitated by a licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in marriage, separation and divorce. Please email me with any questions and …

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This group is for working moms and their babies born in the second half of 2010 who want to do casual weekend activities together.  We usually schedule one meetup per month, usually casual activities like meeting at parks, having lunch together, or playing at indoor playspaces or museums.  You should join if you are a working mom of a baby born between June and December of 2010, who is looking for friendship from other working moms.  If your baby was born just before or just after our date range …

Vegetarian mommies of infants and toddlers who want to make new friends, have veggie potlucks and get together for play dates.