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Birthday Party Destinations
NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE SPRING/SUMMER 2021 FAMILY LIFE & SUPPORT
arts by children. Typically happens in May. The Sikh Centre (across from Factory Out- lets), 5400 Sikh Centre Dr. (530) 365-5454 Wintu Museum & Cultural Resource Center; Shasta Lake City. A one-of-a-kind community project designed to provide a comprehensive immersion into the Wintu history and culture. Features include a historical timeline, artwork from Native Americans, traditional dug-out canoe, hon- or wall for Native American veterans and unique activities for children. Field trips available. wintutribe.org/wintu-cultural-re- source-center-and-museum. 4755 Shasta Dam Blvd.
TEHAMA COUNTY
Latino Outreach of Tehama County; Red Bluff. Collaborates & advocates for the under- served Latino and diverse cultures of Tehama County and connects them with fair, equitable access to services provided by agencies, orga- nizations and businesses. Call to learn about seasonal events. latinooutreachoftehama- county.org. (530) 366-3897.
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS
MULTIPLE COUNTIES
California Early Start. Ages 0-36mos. An interagency system of coordinated ser- vices for infants & toddlers with disabilities and their families. Find out about early intervention services in your communi-
ty. dds.ca.gov/services/early-start (800) 515-BABY.
First 5 California, California Children & Families Commission. First 5’s mission
is to improve the lives of children from conception through kindergarten. Collab- orates with and supports local agencies serving families with young children. Some offices offer resource information to families, caregivers and others who work with young children. The First 5 California website includes a parent resource & edu- cation section. first5california.com.
(916) 263-1050.
Butte County; Oroville. first5butte.org.
82 Table Mountain Blvd., Ste.. 40. (530) 552-4019
Glenn County; Willows. first5glenn- county.com. 1035 West Wood St. (530) 934-6885.
Shasta County; Redding. first5shasta.org. 393 Park Marina Circle. (530) 646-3780. Siskiyou County; Mt. Shasta. first5siski- you.org. 310 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd., Ste. 5. (530) 918-7222.
Tehama County; Red Bluff. first5tehama. com. 332 Pine St., Ste. H. (530) 528-1395.
BUTTE COUNTY
Butte Baby Steps; Oroville & Paradise.
For mothers up to age 29 who are either expecting or have a child under 3mos. old. Based on a national program, helps parents get their children off to a healthy start. Includes home visits and service referrals from trained staff. nvcss.org/programs/ butte-baby-steps
Butte County Office of Education Child Development Programs & Services; Oro- ville. bcoe.org. 1870 Bird St. (530) 532-5648. Enloe Mother & Baby Care Center; Chico. A variety of services for pre-labor, labor, birth and initial mother-baby bonding. (530) 332-3970.
Valley Oak Children’s Services; Chico. val- leyoakchildren.org. 3120 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 6. (530) 895-3572
SHASTA COUNTY
Early Childhood Services; Redding.
Offers information about childcare and development programs for parents. Offers professional development opportunities for those working with children. See Programs & Services at shastacoe.org. 43 Hilltop Dr. (530) 225-2999.
Healthy Babies Program; Shasta Coun-
ty. Helps pregnant women and moms of children under the age of 2 who are using substances and want to find the right treat- ment to meet their family’s needs. Includes support and education through C.A.R.E. (Compassionate Amazing Resilient Empow- ered women) classes; helps strengthen the bond between mothers & infants. Partici- pants may qualify for up to 16 counseling sessions free of charge. (530) 225-5850. Week of the Young Child; Shasta County. For one week each April, communities in Shasta County host free events and early learning adventures for young children and their families. Check North State Parent’s April Going Places events calendar for event listings and visit First 5 Shasta’s website for more info. first5shasta.org.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Siskiyou Child Care Council; Weed. Offers a preschool program and childcare referrals. Also offers a lending library of toys and resource materials related to child develop- ment for parents, childcare providers and others working with children. Free trainings for experienced, new and potential family childcare home providers. siskiyouchildcare. org. 170 Boles St. (530) 938-2748.
TEHAMA COUNTY
Early Childhood Services; Red Bluff. Offers preschool programs, family childcare home education network, local childcare planning council and more. tehamaschools.org/De- partments/Early-Childhood 1135 Lincoln St. (530) 527-5811 or (530) 528-7245.
FAMILY & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTERS
BUTTE COUNTY
African American Family & Cultural Center; Oroville. Offers community-building events, anger management courses, dance lessons, a community garden and more. 3300 Spencer Ave. aafcc-oroville.org. (530) 532-1205.
Chico. (530) 343-1600. PleasesayyousawitinNorthStateParentmagazine.Thishelpsusgrow!
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Kids’ Turn - Helping Parents HPelp Their Kids Through Divorce
arental divorce or separation can be the most heartbreaking and difficult time a family may face. The conflict family separation may bring often takes a toll on children’s behavior, education, development, sense-of self
and even their mental health.
The good news is that there is help, with Kids’ Turn programs designed
specifically to help children through the divorce or separation. Kids’ Turn exists to relieve the distress that dividing homes can bring and has been helping families in the North State for more than 25 years.
Free workshop helps parents and children at the same time
Kids’ Turn is a whole-family educational program serving both parents and children at the same time for six nights in separate groups and the workshop is free for everyone.
The workshop focuses on family communication and strengthening parent- child bonds so children can maintain healthy relationships with both parents throughout the family change. The strength of the family workshop is that each family member receives the intervention at the same time, allowing them to try new relationship tools and communication techniques with the support of all their family members.
Children learn it is not their fault
Parents come to understand what children need in order to adjust and live contentedly between two homes. They learn the importance of keeping children out of the conflict and reminding them they are loved by both parents. The children are empowered by understanding that divorce is a parental issue, and it is not their fault. They communicate their worries, fears, anger or frustration to one or both of their parents after learning methods to deescalate the conflict and to help them be truly heard.
Children also have the opportunity to share freely in a group with other children that are struggling with similar family issues. Through their bonding they support and truly do help each other.
Kids Turn Family Workshops
Various Dates & Times | 6 weeks
Workshops are provided in Shasta-Cascade, California, by Northern California Center for Family Awareness. To learn more about Kids’ Turn workshops, visit: kidsturnredding.org/ or call 530-244-5749