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"It's been 50 years since Alycia Hernandez, then two years old, fell into a shaft while playing with her brother. For the firefighters who rescued her that day, the passage of time has not erased memories of the heroic struggle to bring her to safety."

Did you know LA County has a weekly news magazine that takes viewers behind the scenes to showcase people and programs making a difference in Los Angeles County and its communities?

You can watch more stories like this on Channel 92 or 94 on most cable systems, or anytime here [ [link removed] ]. Catch up on LA County Close-Up here [ [link removed] ].

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*In Case You Missed It*

*Volunteer for LAHSA Homeless Count*

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The Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count is the annual census that counts our neighbors experiencing unsheltered homelessness. Through the Count, we’re better able to direct and advocate for vital services to support the needs of our unhoused neighbors. The Count is coming up, taking place January 24-26, 2023. To join, please visit www.theycountwillyou.org/ [ [link removed] ].

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*At Your Service*

*Get Vaccinated at Home*
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If you or a loved one have difficulty leaving the home to get vaccinated against COVID-19, you can request in-home vaccination by calling 2-1-1 or the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Vaccine Call Center at 833-540-0473 (8am-8:30pm; 7 days a week).

Residents can also fill out the online request form [ [link removed] ] (multiple language options available) or visit ph.lacounty.gov/vaxathome [ [link removed] ] for more information. Referrals from caregivers, loved ones, organizations, agencies, providers (among others) are welcome. All doses are available for eligible individuals ages 6 months and older at no cost.

The Fall 2022 booster is also available for eligible individuals. Other family members or caregivers can be vaccinated during the same visit. For resources related to paratransit and free rides for vaccination, call the Public Health Vaccine Call Center or visit the How To Get Vaccinated page [ [link removed] ].

*CalFresh Market Match Program*
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There are over 30 farmers’ markets in L.A. County where you can shop with CalFresh AND get between $10-$15 worth of market match vouchers to buy even more fresh and healthy produce. To find your local Certified Farmers’ Market, visit Farmers' Market Finder by the Ecology Center [ [link removed] ] and enter your zip code in the search bar.

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*Out and About*

*Lifeguard Ready Training*
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LA County Beaches and Harbor Lifeguard Ready Training prepares youth and young adults ages 16 to 24 with the skills necessary to become a Los Angeles County Swimming Pool Lifeguard. Swimmers of all abilities welcome. Sign up today at one of our nine training facilities located throughout LA County. The LRT program will provide participants with all the equipment necessary to complete the program.

For more information, visit: parks.lacounty.gov/lrt [ [link removed] ]

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*Photo Finish*

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Photo: Los Angeles County / Mayra Vasquez

"Los Angeles based fabric artist, London Kay, is installing the one of a kind “yarnbomb” at Westminster Avenue Elementary School."

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