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NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE SPRING/SUMMER 2022
Building the Parent-Child Bond .............................................9 The Joy of Decluttering ......................................................... 10
ANIMALS 12
Canine Companions - Service Dogs Helping
People with Disabilities......................................................... 12 Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation: A Sanctuary for Animals And Their Admirers ................................................ 16
Domestic, Exotic & Farm Animals: Shelters, Rescues, Sanctuaries & Farms...........................................................................13 Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy.............................13 Equine: Clubs, Lessons & Camps For Youth..............................14 Equine: Rescues & Sanctuaries......................................................14 Pets ...........................................................................................................14
FRUGAL FAMILIES 61
Get Creative To Reach Your Savings Goals ........................ 61
Budgeting & Financial Planning Assistance.............................62 Consignment Stores ..........................................................................62 Surplus Stores & Reconstructed Goods.....................................62 Thrift Stores...........................................................................................62
SAFETY 94
Nina Natina’s Swim Foundations Builds
Swimmers for Life................................................................... 95
Babysitting Training Courses..........................................................94 Bike & Board Helmets........................................................................94 Car Seat Safety .....................................................................................94 County Human Services Agencies...............................................94 COVID Resources.................................................................................94 CPR & First Aid Training ....................................................................94 Domestic Violence, Trafficking & Abuse Prevention.............94 Fire Safety...............................................................................................95 Product Recalls & Awareness Websites......................................95 Water Safety..........................................................................................95
HEALTH 63
Little Lies That Can Ruin Your Heart Health ...................... 63 The Ripple Effect of Mental Illness...................................... 64
Childhood Cancer Patient Support .............................................65 Childhood Diabetes Patient Support .........................................65 Childhood Illness Patient Support...............................................65 Dental: Low-Cost Clinics & Resources.........................................65 Dental: Pediatric Dentistry ..............................................................66 Fitness Centers & Clubs ....................................................................66 Hotlines...................................................................................................67 Lactation Services...............................................................................68 Mental & Emotional Health.............................................................68 Pilates.......................................................................................................69 Smoking Cessation.............................................................................69 Speech Therapy...................................................................................70 Vision Therapy, Screenings & Pediatric Eye Exams................70 YMCAs .....................................................................................................70
ARTS 18
A Love Letter to Student Artists .......................................... 17
Arts Councils & Commissions ........................................................18 Dance & Musical Theatre .................................................................18 Hands-On Art Instruction................................................................18 Music: Infant/Toddler Music & Movement Groups ...............18 Music: Schools & Stores Offering Music Instruction.............18 Music Instruction & Groups ............................................................20 Music: Youth Orchestras, Choirs & Music Groups ..................20 Sewing & Needle Arts Classes........................................................21 Theater Companies & Theater Groups For Youth ..................21
SCIENCE & NATURE 97
Nature Can Help Your Children Sleep Better .......................... 96 Make Earth Day Forever With Easy Ways To Reduce,
Reuse And Recycle ....................................................................... 97 Fun Ways Nature Helps Reduce Stress...................................101 10 Stress-Busting Reasons To Take Your Family
On A National Park Road Trip................................................... 102
Geology & Rockhounding...............................................................98 Nature & Wildlife Centers, Organizations & Rescues ............98 Planetariums, Observatories & Astronomy ........................... 100 Science & Technology .................................................................... 100 Spelunking (Caves).......................................................................... 100
BIRTHDAY LOCATION IDEAS 23
CAMPING 26
HEALTHY FOOD RESOURCES 71
Nutrition Hacks To Keep Your Kids Calm and Relaxed ... 71 Food Allergies & Children: Can Kids Outgrow Allergies?..... 77
Community & Teaching Gardens & Gardening Support ....72 Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs) & Organic Produce Deliveries..............................................................................73 Farmers & Growers Markets............................................................74 Farm Trails ..............................................................................................75 Healthy Foods Organizations, Nutrition Info & Support.....75 Natural Food Stores ...........................................................................75 Restaurants, Delis, & Healthy Food to Go..................................75 U-Pick Farms..........................................................................................76
EDUCATION 28
Dual Language Learning in the North State .................... 28 CTE — A Bridge Between School And Career .................. 41 Tips From A Seasoned Homeschooler ............................... 42
Early Childhood Education .............................................................30 Field Trips & Tours ...............................................................................30 Fundraising Ideas................................................................................34 Homeschool Support & Resources..............................................34 Homework Help Websites...............................................................34 Learning Services & Tutoring .........................................................34 Libraries & Early Childhood Literacy ...........................................35 Nature Education................................................................................35 Schools: Colleges ................................................................................35 Schools: Montessori & Waldorf Education................................36 Schools: Private....................................................................................36 Schools: Public Schools County Offices.....................................36 Teacher & Classroom Support .......................................................36
SPECIAL NEEDS 100
Chico Down Syndrome Connection: Support and Empowerment For Local Families..................................... 104 How to Talk to Young Kids About Disabilities and Differences ............................................................................. 106 What to Do if Your Child’s IEP Isn’t Being Followed....... 107 Mental Health Issues in Kids .............................................. 108 Parent Infant Programs: Early Intervention in
the North State...................................................................... 109
General Resources ........................................................................... 105 Diverse Ability Swim Lessons...................................................... 107 Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy.......................... 107
MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITES 78
PARKS, RECREATION & SPORTS 81
Aquatics: Swim Instruction, Pools, Centers & Parks ..............81 Baseball ................................................................................................... 82 Bicycling .................................................................................................83 Bowling ................................................................................................... 87 Cheerleading ........................................................................................87 Climbing Walls/Towers .....................................................................87 County Parks Departments.............................................................88 Freerunning/Parkour ......................................................................... 88 Golf: Clubs, Courses, Miniature Golf & Resorts........................88 Gymnastics ............................................................................................89 Hiking ......................................................................................................89 Hockey: Ice & Roller............................................................................89 Indoor Play Areas................................................................................89 Kart Racing ............................................................................................90 Kayaking ................................................................................................. 90 Lacrosse ..................................................................................................90 Martial Arts............................................................................................90 Paintball & Airsoft Parks & Fields...................................................90 Pickleball ................................................................................................90
FAMILY LIFE & SUPPORT 43
Adverse Childhood Experiences: One Caring
Adult Can Make A Difference............................................... 43 Help Me Grow: Empowering Parents In
Supporting Their Child’s Development ............................. 44 Divorce – How Do We Tell The Kids? ................................... 52 Chico Mothers Club - Support And Lifelong Friendship..... 56 Choosing Where to Give Birth ............................................. 58
Cultural Awareness ............................................................................45 Early Childhood Programs ..............................................................45 Family & Community Resource Centers ....................................46 Food Banks ............................................................................................46 Foster Care & Adoption ....................................................................47 Grief Support........................................................................................48 Legal Assistance ..................................................................................49 Parenting Classes & Enrichment...................................................49
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Playgroups ............................................................................................. 50 Post-Adoption Resources ................................................................50 Single Parenting Resources ............................................................50 Toy Shops: Specialty & Locally Owned.......................................51 Twins & Multiples................................................................................51
Recreation Departments .................................................................90 Rodeo ......................................................................................................91 Rowing ....................................................................................................91 Running ..................................................................................................91 Skateboarding......................................................................................91 Skating: Roller & Ice Facilities .........................................................92 Soccer ......................................................................................................92 Swim Teams...........................................................................................92 Tennis.......................................................................................................93 Trampoline ............................................................................................93 Wrestling ................................................................................................93 Ziplining .................................................................................................93
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 110
YOUTH & TEENS 111
North State Teens Making a Difference in Their Communities ......................................................................... 111 Tips to Support Your New Teen Driver ............................. 114 Teen Centered/Shasta App Lets Teens Find Resources From Their Phones ............................................................... 118
Teen Employment ........................................................................... 112 Volunteer Opportunities For Youth & Teens ......................... 112 Youth & Teen Clubs & Centers..................................................... 116