MULTIPLE COUNTIES
Autism LifeSpan Resource Office; Chico. Serving 9 Northern California counties. Supports individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The resource office includes a lending library with more than 500 books, videos, DVDs and curriculum materials spanning the autism spectrum. Provides families, individuals, educators and other professionals with information and resources. Also offers trainings and monthly parent support group. autismlifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd., Suite 150. (530)897-0900.
BUTTE COUNTY
African American Family & Cultural Center; Oroville. Community-building events, anger management for youth and adults, courses, dance lessons for ages 7 and up, roundtable Facebook discussion, a community garden and more. 3300 Spencer Ave. aafcc-oroville.org. (530)532-1205.
Enloe Health Mother Baby Education Center and Breastfeeding Supply Store; Chico. Offering classes in Childbirth Preparation, Infant/Child CPR, Understanding Fatherhood, Understanding Grandparenting, Infant Car Seat and Pet Safety and Super Sitter Babysitting class. We also provide lactation consults and breast pumps/supplies. Fountain Medical Building 251 Cohasset Road, Suite 240. See a list of classes at Enloe.org/Baby or call 530332-3970 to register.
Help Me Grow Butte; Butte County. A no-cost service available to all families in Butte County with children aged 0-5 who are interested in learning more about their child’s development or behavior. Help Me Grow Butte works directly with caregivers to ensure they are connected to the services and resources they need so their children can grow and thrive. helpmegrowbutte.org. (560)552-3919.
Little Red Hen Autism LifeSpan Center; Chico. Nonprofit organization offers year-round socialization training programs for children, teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorder. Unique programs teach children skills needed to successfully integrate into the community. Year-round programs include Lil’ Sprouts (ages 4-7), Buddin’ Sprouts (ages 8-12), and Growing Together Teens (ages 13-17) These programs target communication, play skills, group participation and positive peer interactions. Provides sensory exploration and behavioral support in a fun and engaging environment. autismlifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd., Suite 150. (530)897-0900.
Mother Baby Education Center & Breastfeeding Supply Store; Chico. Offering classes in childbirth preparation, infant pediatric CPR, babysitting, understanding grandparenting, understanding fatherhood. Also provides lactation consults and breast pumping supplies. enloe.org. 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite 120. (530)332-3970.
Passages Caregiver Resource Center (CRC); Chico. Provides support to (unpaid) family caregivers that are caring for an adult with a cognitive impairment that occurred after age 18 or someone age 60+ years. Passages CRC helps improve the quality of life for caregivers and those they care for by providing resources and support that contribute to overall caregiver wellness. passagescenter.org/caregiver. mcrc@csuchico.edu. 530.898.5925 or 530.221.1900.
TAPP; Chico. Open to parents under the age of 22 who are either pregnant or parenting. Based on a national model, helps teens get their children off to a healthy start and helps support the parent in their own personal goals. Includes home visits and service referrals from trained staff. Northern Valley Catholic Social Services. nvcss.org/programs/tapp-teen-services. 10 Independence Circle.  530-345-1600 X3770.
The Lifespan Center Store; Chico. Items and toys that assist in developing pretend play skills, social and language skills, sensory and fine motor skills for children ages 4-12. Also offers awareness merchandise. Open during Little Red Hen’s Children’s Programs and Autism Lifespan’s office hours. autismlifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd., Suite 150. (530)897-0900.
Valley Oak Children’s Services Centers; Chico. Childcare resources, child-care payment assistance, free books for literacy, child-care food program, Early Head Start, Behavioral Health Services, workshops, and trainings. valleyoakchildren.org. 3120 Cohasset Rd., Suite 6. (530)895-3572.
SHASTA COUNTY
California Youth Partnership; Redding. CYP educates, equips and empowers youth and adults to make choices that will lead to a healthy self, healthy relationships and a healthy future. We engage youth wherever they gather: including schools, group homes, detention centers, youth homeless shelters and colleges. HOPE Fridays, HOPE Workshops and HOPE Rising are free programs available to Shasta County residents. There is help for anyone wanting to choose a healthier path. Californiayouthpartnership.org. 1388 Court Street, Suite C. info@CaliforniaYouthPartnership.org. (530)338- 3313.
Help Me Grow Shasta; Shasta County. Ages & Stages Questionnaire home developmental screenings. Helps parents find answers to their questions about their child’s behavior, development and learning. Provides an easy connection to resources. Helpmegrowshasta.com. helpmegrow@shastacoe.org. (560)605-2645.
Shasta Public Libraries. shastalibraries.org.
- Anderson: 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685.
- Burney: 37116 Main St. (530)335-4317.
- Redding: 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.
TAPP; Redding. Open to parents under the age of 22 who are either pregnant or parenting. Based on a national model, helps teens get their children off to a healthy start and helps support the parent in their own personal goals. Includes home visits and service referrals from trained staff. Northern Valley Catholic Social Services. nvcss.org/programs/tapp-teen-services. 2400 Washington Ave Redding. 530-247-3329.
Tri County Community Center (Intermountain Community Center); Burney. Family support, resources and services for eastern Shasta County. Early bird dropoff childcare, preschool, daycare, after school and summer programs. Parent education and support, English learners program, many more family resources. burneytccn.org. 37477 Main St. (530)335-4600.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center; Redding. This multicultural community center empowers disadvantaged and at-risk youth through programs that cultivate moral, community and intellectual development. In a supportive environment, youth develop skill sets, connect with new educational and recreation opportunities and forge a better sense of self. cityofredding.org. 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4375.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Boys & Girls Club of the Siskiyous; Mount Shasta. After school program that includes STEM, gardening, homework assistance, sports, games and the arts, including pottery, painting and graphics. Committed to achieving priority outcomes for youth: Academic success, good character and citizenship and healthy lifestyles. Bgcgreatershasta.org. K-3rd at Mount Shasta Elementary School, 501 Cedar St. (530)560-4839. Grades 4-8 Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055.
Dunsmuir Community Resource Center; Dunsmuir. Offers playgroups ages birth-5, parenting workshops, application assistance for CalFresh, Medi-cal, GNF utility assistance, food pantry, community garden, gardening and nutritional programs, mental health resources. siskiyoucrc.org/dunsmuir. 5840 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.
Family & Community Resource Center; Weed. Offers playgroups birth-5, parenting workshops, mental health resources, Dolly Parton Imagination Library and free books, developmental screenings, family fun events, senior services and programs that cover topics of parenting, education, literacy and nutrition. siskiyoucrc.org/weed. 260 Main St. (530)938-9914.
Happy Camp Community Center; Happy Camp. Offers First5 Literacy events and playgroups, parenting classes, mental health referrals, CalFresh and utility application assistance, emergency food program, farmers market, Market Match program to double SNAP food benefits, mental health referrals. happycampcc.org. 38 Park Way. (530)493-5117.
Help Me Grow Siskiyou; Siskiyou County. Ages & Stages Questionnaire home developmental screenings. Helps parents find answers to their questions about their child’s behavior, development and learning. Provides an easy connection to resources. first5siskiyou.org/help-me-grow-siskiyou.
HUB Communities Family Resource Center; Montague. Offers application assistance, resume help, home searches and resources for rent and mortgage assistance, parenting classes for families in recovery, playgroups on Wed, utility assistance and more. siskiyoucrc.org/montague. 310 S. 13th St. (530)459-3481.
Mount Shasta Community Resource Center; Mount Shasta. Offers many playgroups, parenting classes and more. mtshastacrc.com. 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400.
Scott Valley Family Resource Center; Fort Jones. Offers parenting workshops, playgroups, financial referrals and prevention education. siskiyoucrc.org/scott-valley. 11920 Main St. (530)468-2450.
Shasta Strengthening Families; Redding. Shasta Strengthening Families Collaborative is an award-winning group of agencies and organizations committed to working together to create a connected community of safe and thriving families by building hope and resilience. Offers ACE presentations and community events to educate the public about the effects and impact of childhood trauma and provides resources to break the cycle and help Shasta County families heal. Links to many orgs providing resources for parents and youth. Classes and community events are hosted by many of the Shasta Strengthening Families Collaborative partners. shastastrengtheningfamilies.org.
Siskiyou Child Care Council; Weed. Preschool program and child care referrals. Also offers a lending library of toys and resource materials related to child development for parents, childcare providers and others working with children. Free trainings for experienced, new and potential family childcare home providers. siskiyouchildcare.org. info@siskiyouchildcare.org. 170 Boles St. (530)938-2793.
Siskiyou Family YMCA; Yreka. Offers seasonal programs for kids. Youth arts and performance, summer enrichment program, young musicians program, year round dance program. siskiyouymca.org. 350 N. Foothill Dr. (530)842-9622.
Tulelake/Newell Family Resource Center; Tulelake. Resources and services for Modoc and Siskiyou Counties. Offers playgroups, women’s and girls’ circle, CalFresh and energy assistance applications, Dress for Success clothing and resume assistance, translator help, family law assistance, new parenting kits, computer, fax, internet access, adult and youth drop in center, mental health services, meals on wheels for seniors and produce giveaway on 1st & 3rd Thurs. each month. 810 Main St. (530)667-2147.
Yreka Community Resource Center. Offers playgroups birth-5, parenting classes, Dolly Parton Imagination Library and free books, mental health resources, commodities food giveaways, New to You thrift store. siskiyoucrc.org/yreka. 201 S. Broadway St. (530)842-1313.
