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NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE SPRING/SUMMER 2021 SPECIAL NEEDS
Programs and Trainings are supported through grants, contracts, donations & fundraising activities. empoweryourfamily.org. (530) 226-5129 SLATE. The hallmark of SLATE (Successful Living with Autism through Training & Education) is Get SET (Social Emotional Training). SLATE’s summer program pro- vides an environment for children & young adults to learn & grow side by side with typical children. empoweryourfamily.org/ slate. (530) 226-5129.
Special Olympics Northern California. Offers free sports training for anyone diag- nosed with intellectual disabilities ages 5 & up. Competitions for ages 8 & up. Call for county info. sonc.org. (925) 944-8801.
The Autism Society. The nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, increasing public awareness, advocating for ap- propriate services & providing the latest treatment information. Also hosts a nation- al autism conference. autism-society.org. (800) 328-8476.
Wings of Eagles; the Joseph Alvarez Or- ganization for Seriously Ill Children and is dedicated to helping & financially assisting families with seriously ill children in Butte, Glenn, Colusa, Tehama, Sutter, & Yuba Counties. “Wings of Eagles” was founded
in memory of Joseph Alvarez in June of 1993, who died of a very rare and terminal form of leukemia a month before his tenth birthday. “Wings of Eagles” will be celebrat- ing 29 years of service to the community this June. “Wings” has helped hundreds of families that have seriously ill children over the years with their out of pocket expens- es, including gas, food, & lodging. “Wings of Eagles” Hospital Care Kit program provides families with the much needed supplies they will need for an extended hospital stay. These Hospital Care Kits are donated to “Wings of Eagles” families and local area hospitals. wingsofeagles.org or call (530) 893-9231.
Wondermoms. A project by three moms to share real talk, helpful information, and practical advice with parents of kids who have special needs. Includes a blog, re- sources, and many helpful tips and advice for navigating parenting children with special needs. wondermoms.org.
BUTTE COUNTY
ARC of Butte County; Chico. Serving Butte, Glenn & Tehama Counties, ARC assists people with developmental disabil- ities to choose & realize their goals. Family support groups in English & Spanish. arc- butte.org. 2030 Park Ave. (530) 891-5865. CSU, Chico Autism Clinic. Year-round program promotes the sensory, motor, communicative & cognitive skills of children with developmental disorders. Allows children to experience the sensory & motor input they are seeking in order to balance their nervous systems so they may focus on learning other skills. Sliding scale available. Search “autism clinic” at csuchico. edu. (530) 898-6373 or (530) 898-6324. Do-It Leisure; Chico. Recreation & empow- erment agency for individuals ages 18 & up with developmental disabilities. Indi- vidualized programs & sports programs for all skill levels. Summer camps, indepen- dent living skills program, group socializ-
ing & recreation program (by referral). wt- cinc.org/programs/do-it-leisure. 2233 Fair St. (530) 343-6055.
Family First Solutions; Chico. Provides behavior services (ABA) throughout the Northstate area. familyfirstsolution.com. 55 Declaration Drive, Suite B. (530) 487-7265. Innovative Preschool, Inc.; Chico. An integrated preschool program serving typ- ically developing children & children with special needs. Unique structure emphasiz- es social-emotional learning through play. innovativepreschool.org. 1560 Manzanita Ave. (530) 343-2028.
Little Red Hen LifeSpan Center; Chico. Nonprofit organization offers year-round socialization training programs for chil- dren, teens & young adults with autism spectrum disorder. Unique programs teach children skills needed to successfully in- tegrate into the community. Targets com- munication, play skills, group participation & positive peer interactions. Provides sensory exploration & behavioral support in a fun & engaging environment. autism- lifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 150. (530) 897-0900.
Not Your Garden Variety Theatre Com- pany; Chico. Geared for children & teens with autism, running as a 6-week summer program, helping ages 4-17 learn new ways to express & interpret emotions, build friendships & strengthen group par- ticipation skills. Run by Little Red Hen. au- tismlifespan.org. (530) 897-0900.
The Lifespan Center Store; Chico. Fea- tures items & toys that assist in developing pretend play skills, social & language skills, sensory & fine motor skills for children ages 4-12. Also offers awareness merchan- dise. Open during Little Red Hen’s Chil- dren’s Programs & Autism Lifespan’s office hrs. autismlifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 150. (530) 897-0900.
Work Training Center; Chico. Programs
in Chico, Oroville & Paradise. Dedicated to meeting the training, vocational & recre- ational needs of people ages 18 & up with disabilities. Day programs (transportation as- sistance available), community employment services & more. wtcinc.org. (530) 343-7994.
SHASTA & TEHAMA COUNTIES
Connections ABA. Redding. Provides be- havioral services for children 0 – 10 years of age with a diagnosis of ASD and early intervention. 2526 Goodwater Avenue. (530) 226-8255. connectionsaba.net NCCDI Tehama County Head Start; Red Bluff. Focused on the mission of enriching children’s lives, empowering families, and engaging the community. Provides Early Head Start and Head Start services, and counseling for individuals and families of all ages for Tehama county. nccdi.com. 220 Sycamore St., Ste. 200. (530) 529-1500 or (877) 224-7772.
North Valley Services; Red Bluff. Offers programs & activities that assist persons with special needs ages 18 & up. Empha- sizes independence and integration into the community. Functional, behavioral and employment skills development, transportation assistance, resource info and more. northvalleyservices.org. 11799 Highway 99W. (530) 527-0407.
Shasta Head Start, Inc.; Redding. Shasta Head Start is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of young children, one family at a time. We provide opportunities for education, parenting support, and resources to families in Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity counties. Our highly qualified staff provide full-day and part-day classes, nutritious meals, safe and inclusive environments, parent education and support, and curricula supporting kindergarten readiness. Our program is zero cost for qualifying families. shasta- headstart.org. 375 Lake Blvd., Ste. 100. (530) 241-1036
Small Talk Pediatrics; Redding. Provides speech therapy services for children of
all ages. We are dedicated to treat each client and family with the most up-to- date research-based treatment available. Each therapist at Small Talk has a passion for speech therapy and understands the value of communication in each persons’ life. 2526 Goodwater Avenue. (530) 226- 8255. smalltalkpeds.com
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Siskiyou Early Head Start; Yreka. Offers comprehensive child development services to low-income families living in Siskiyou County. Parent involvement is a key part of the program. Choose the Early Head Start option from the programs and services drop down menu. siskiyoucoe.net. 1 Childs Way. (530) 842-8493.
Siskiyou Opportunity Center; Yreka and Mt.Shasta. Organization that helps individuals with developmental disabil- ities ages 18+ find meaningful employ- ment. siskiyouoc.org. Mt. Shasta (530) 926-4698. Yreka (530) 842-4110
SPECIAL NEEDS: EQUINE
ASSISTED LEARNING &
PSYCHOTHERAPY
Ananda Ranch. Provides girls & women a place to awaken their full potential. Found- ed by Tricia Weldon PHD, MA., EAP, EAL, CTS. Tricia holds Level II certification under the Equine Assisted Growth & Learning Asso- ciation as an equine specialist & facilitator. She is also a Girls Circle certified facilitator & a trauma specialist/intervention & consul- tant. anandaranch.org. (530) 925-2567.
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Mt. Shasta. 1716 Pine Grove Dr. Handi-Riders. Butte County. (530) 533- 5333. facebook.com/HandiRidersofNorth- ernCalifornia
Stable Hands; Yreka. Improves the phys- ical, mental, emotional & social health of people living with disabilities through equine assisted activities & therapy. Ages
2 & up. Horses Helping Heroes veterans program (free). Scholarship program avail- able. stablehands.org. (530) 842-3082. Triple Creek Ranch; Shasta & Tehama Coun- ty locations. Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals of all ages with physical, emotional & mental/learning disabilities. The unique relationship developed with a horse can lead to increased confidence, patience, self-esteem & more. Also offers youth horse- manship activities. tcri.org. triplecrkranch@ yahoo.com. (530) 527-9394.
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