Resources

Free 2 Hour Training

The Becoming ACEs Aware in California Training is a free, two-hour CME-accredited training to learn about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), toxic stress, screening, risk assessment, and evidence-based care to effectively intervene on toxic stress.   

 

Learn About The Science of ACEs & Toxic Stress

A consensus of scientific research demonstrates that cumulative adversity, especially when experienced during childhood development, is a root cause to some of the most harmful, persistent, and expensive health challenges facing our nation.

But there is hope. We can take action now to change and save lives. The impacts of ACEs and toxic stress are treatable.
  • Use the resources on this page to learn more about ACEs Aware screening, treating and healing.

Screening Tools

The Pediatric ACEs and Related Life-events Screener (PEARLS)

The Department of Health Care Services has approved specific tools to be used and questions to be asked for pediatric and adult ACE screenings. These tools are available for providers to use today. Click here to learn more and review PEARLS.

Children & Adolescents

The Pediatric ACEs and Related Life-events Screener (PEARLS) was developed by the Bay Area Research Consortium on Toxic Stress and Health (BARC), a partnership between the Center for Youth Wellness, the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland.

Adults

The ACE Questionnaire for Adults was adapted from the work of Kaiser Permanente and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A version of the tool has been compiled by the Office of the California Surgeon General and the Department of Health Care Services, in consultation with the ACEs Aware Clinical Advisory Subcommittee.

ACEs Aware Self-Care Tool for Pediatrics

When a child or teen has experienced significant Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), their body may make more or less hormones than is healthy.  You can help your child be healthier by managing your own stress response and helping your child do the same. Click here to review the goals below to support your child's health: 

  • Healthy relationships
  • Exercise
  • Nutrition
  • Sleep
  • Mindfulness
  • Mental health

Additional Resources

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Multilingual Resources

 

Health Equity Considerations and Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups

There is increasing evidence that some racial and ethnic minority groups are being disproportionately affected by COVID-19. Inequities are interrelated and influence a wide range of health and quality-of-life outcomes and risks. To achieve health equity, barriers must be removed so that everyone has a fair opportunity to be as healthy as possible. Learn more

Factors affecting health disparities by race:

  • Discrimination
  • Healthcare access and utilization
  • Educational, income, and wealth gaps
  • Housing
     

Links and Resources Supporting Culture and Diversity

People Experiencing Homelessness

People who are homeless are at a higher risk of COVID-19 and Adverse Childhood Experiences

Homeless services are often provided in congregate settings, which could facilitate the spread of infection. Because many people who are homeless are older adults or have underlying medical conditions, they may also be at increased risk for severe illness.

Health departments and healthcare facilities should be aware that people who are homeless are a particularly vulnerable group. If possible, identifying non-congregate settings where those at increased risk can stay may help protect them from COVID-19. 
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Family Resources During the COVID-19 Pandemic

February 4th  - 30 FREE At-home, COVID-19 Testing Kits Currently Available for Eligible At-Risk or Essential Workers..


Covid-19 Information for Immigrants

January 15th COVID-19 Vaccination Distribution Plans:  

Communicating With Your Family About COVID-19

California Parent & Youth Helpline Free COVID Support

California Parent & Youth Helpline and Parents Anonymous® Support Groups.
The helpline number is 1-855-427-2736. Here are links to English and Spanish flyers.

For individuals with developmental disorders, here are two resources:

       How to explain COVID-19 in American Sign Language

       A comic book describing COVID-19

      California Parent & Youth Helpline Offer Free COVID Support

How to Support Young Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Guide to Face Mask Toleration For Children

Down Syndrome Training for Parents and Educators

Resources for Parents, Educators and Caregivers
     (includes multilingual resources)

Resources for Supporting Children's Emotional Well-Being

Telehealth ABA and Related Services from our Colleagues at ESPA

Tips and Resources for Learning at Home

Tips for Parenting in Challenging Times

Resources from Early Support Program for Autism

Resources for Families from Gatepath

Multilingual Resources for Parents and Families

Bay Area Resources for Students and Families by Location

Bay Area Map Showing Free Meal Locations for Students & Families, Searchable by Zip Code

East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City 

 Community Resources
(Spanish/English)
San Mateo County              Emergency Food, Financial and Legal Aid
(Spanish/English)           
  Procedures for Limiting Person to Person Contact at Support Agencies
(Spanish/English)
  Continuing Meal Service for Students During Closure
(Spanish/English)
  Eviction Moratorium Information with Forms
(Spanish/English)
Santa Cruz County Student Meals and Other Community Services
(Spanish/English)
Monterey County Student Meals and Other Community Services
(Spanish/English)
Santa Clara County 
Resources for Parents, Students and Teachers
(Hotline in Spanish/Vietnamese/Mandarin/Korean)        
  Continuing Meal Service for Students During Closure