PRC Research Study: California Family Discussions About Life Pays $125

PRC is a nationwide research study company. They are always conducting studies and seeking additional respondents. They email me once a week about the online studies they are looking to fill. Research studies are a great way to earn a little extra money, and most can be completed from the comfort of your home using your computer or laptop.

They are recruiting adults 18 and older for a virtual discussion group with parents and guardians of children and teens in California. The researchers are currently developing a public health campaign about youth and young adult cannabis use. As part of this campaign, they are conducting research that will inform the development of campaign messaging. This study is sponsored by the California Department of Public Health. This study will require you to participate in a 90-minute online focus group.

Topic: Family Discussions About Life Choices
Who: California Parents
When: November 2 – 5, 2026
Where: Online (must be on a desktop or laptop computer)
Length: 10 minute pre-work + 90 minutes online focus group
Incentive: $125 (must complete all requirements)

 

If you are interested in participating, complete the intake survey here. If you pre-qualify, a recruiter from PRC will contact you via phone.

A few notes about PRC:

It is recommended to use Google Chrome or Firefox to complete the pre-qualification survey.
Only one participant per household.
Their surveys are open to U.S. Residents.
Incentives are paid via Digital Incentive unless otherwise stated.
To participate in any study that requires a webcam, please use a laptop or desktop computer ONLY—No smartphones or tablets.
If you use ChatGPT or any other AI assistance for your responses/feedback during any of the research projects, please keep in mind that you will not receive compensation and will be removed from the database.
If you pre-qualify, a PRC Global Market Research recruiter will contact you via phone.

Orgain Labor Day Sale

If you are looking for a protein product for the dairy-free person in your family, take a look at Orgain. Their products are free of animal products. My youngest doesn’t digest milk proteins too well, so when I was looking for a protein drink to supplement with (ADHD sometimes leads to delayed hunger cues, and when it’s time to consume calories, it needs to be done NOW), I turned to Orgain.

Their premade shakes are great! They come in a bunch of great flavors, and now for Labor Day, Orgain is having a sweet sale.

25% off sitewide and a FREE mystery gift on orders $100+.

To get started, visit their website, and don’t forget to use coupon code ABBYHEWES at checkout to save 25% off at checkout. 

BrightLife Kids: Free Behavioral Health Coaching for Kids 0-12 in California!

This information was sent home with my littlest kid, and it is an amazing resource for California Families.

Brightlife Kids is fully paid for by the State of California. Working to ensure all California families can find the behavioral health support they need when they need it. You qualify if you have a California zip code and a child ages 0–12.

Kids ages 0–12 get free, expert coaching for the following issues:

  • Tough transitions like divorce, moving, new classroom/school, new sibling.
  • Tantrums and big emotions (anxiety, anger)
  • Focus and Organizational Skills
  • And more

Check out their website for more information and to see if Brightlife is a good fit for your family.

California Residents: Free Behavioral Health Coaching for Kids 0-12

Brightlife is a great, free resource for California families. They offer free behavior coaching for parents of children ages 0-12 years.

Kids ages 0–12 get free, expert coaching for sleep issues, worry, social skills, and more. Live, 1:1 video sessions, secure chat, on-demand content, and more.

Brightlife Kids is fully paid for by the State of California. Together, we are working to ensure all California families can find the behavioral health support they need when they need it. You qualify if you have a California zip code and a child ages 0–12.

Check out their website for more information and to see if Brightlife is a good fit for your family.

Free Cones at Dairy Queen 3/21/2022!

I could have posted this in my Friday Freebies and Deals post, but this deal needs its own post.

Looking for something to do on March 21, 2022? Head to your local Dairy Queen.

With the DQ® 2022 Free Cone Day, a free small vanilla cone is the perfect way to start spring. Come join us on March 21, 2022.

Whether your technique is the lick, the lap, the sculpt, the bite, or something uniquely your own, all it takes is a DQ® cone in your hand to bring out your special cone-eating artistry. And with DQ® Free Cone Day, you can get in on a traditional fit for families of all sizes, kids of all ages, and fans of all things DQ®. Cold, creamy, delicious, and – best of all – FREE!

Recall memories of days past, make memories for the days ahead — and it’s free at your local DQ® store. Happy Tastes Good.™

Free small vanilla cone at participating non-mall locations. All-day, limit one per person. While supplies last. May not be valid on delivery or mobile orders. Contact your local DQ® restaurant for participation.