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SPECIAL NEEDS NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE SPRING/SUMMER 2025
BUTTE COUNTY
ARC of Butte County; Chico. Serving Butte, Glenn and Tehama Counties,
ARC assists people with developmental disabilities to choose & realize their goals. Family support groups in English and Spanish. arcbutte.org. 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865.
CSU, Chico Autism Clinic. Year-round program promotes the sensory, motor, communicative and cognitive skills of children with developmental disorders. Allows children to experience the sensory and 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)898-4756.
Chico Children’s Museum. With almost 7,000 square feet of exhibit space, the museum is focused on encouraging children and their caregivers to connect with imaginative play. Over the fall and winter, visitors will find an updated sensory room for a calming, therapeutic space for children; improvements to
the camping room and a new play area. Walk-in admission Tues-Sun, 10am-4pm. Two-hour private group visits available Mondays. After-hours private events available by request. Birthday parties Sat and Sun, 10am-noon and 2-4pm by reser- vation. info@chicochildrensmuseum.org, chicochildrensmuseum.org. 325 Main St. (530)809-1492.
Chico Christian Preschool. An outreach ministry of Neighborhood Church of Chi- co. Ages 6 wks-6 yrs. Enrichment classes and inclusion program for children with special needs. chicochristianpreschool. org. Or contact tamarawanink@ncchico. org. 2801 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)879- 8988.
Chico Down Syndrome Connection.
Meets at the Arc Pavilion located at 2020 Park Avenue. 5:30-6:30pm. A time for dinner and socializing. 6:30-8pm respite childcare workers are provided by The Arc and the parents meet in a private room
to welcome new families, offer support
and discuss wants and needs within the group, and any topics brought to the table relevant to Down syndrome. Search “Chico Down Syndrome Connection” on Facebook. chicodsc21@gmail. (530)413-8833.
Chico Speech and Language Center; Chico. Celebrating over 25 years of service for our local community and beyond. Specializing and providing services to
all ages and communication disorders. Chicospeechandlanguagecenter.com. 2627 Forest Ave. (530) 894-0702.
Family Support Programs-ARC of Butte County; Chico. The Arc of Butte County offers a range of comprehensive Family Support Programs aimed at fostering healthy family dynamics and empowering caregivers, including support for parents, guardians, grandparents and care pro- viders of children with various conditions such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome. For more information and a list of programs visit arcbutte.org/services/ family-support-program. (530)399-7246.
Special Needs Carnival; Durham. For children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. A safe, accepting haven for those with special needs and their families. Carnival goers have access to a wide range of activities tailored specifically for individuals with disabil- ities, including face painting, a bounce house, adapted games and crafts, sensory activities, a cakewalk, superheroes and other characters. Booths are wheelchair accessible. Carnival is designed to avoid loud noises and sensory overload. Free of charge to special needs children and their families. Held twice a year in May and Oct. facebook.com/specialneedscarnival
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 mer- chandise. Open during Little Red Hen’s Children’s Programs and Autism Lifespan’s office hrs. autismlifespan.org. 2418 Co- hasset Rd., Suite 150. (530)897-0900. Work Training Center; Chico. Formerly Do-It Leisure. Programs in Chico, Oroville and Paradise. Dedicated to meeting the training, vocational and recreational needs of people ages 18 and up with disabilities. Day programs (transporta- tion assistance available), community employment services and more. wtcinc. org. (530)343-7994.
GLENN COUNTY
The Rusty Wagon; Orland. Provides adults with disabilities a place in our com- munity to learn, work and thrive. Our training store features local foods, goods and unique artisan products as well as a
shopping experience, with superb cus- tomer service provided by our associates. Stop by and let our associates tell you all about our products. 420 Walker St. www. glenncoe.org/Departments/Glenn-Adult- Program/The-Rusty-Wagon. (530)988- 9132.
SHASTA & TEHAMA COUNTIES
Alyssa Araiza Wings of Angels; Redding. Organization is committed to aiding families who have children suffering with pediatric cancer or life-threatening illness by providing unique support including groceries, gas, bills and other support. aawoa.com. (530)378-2373.
Connections ABA; Redding. Provides behavioral services and early intervention for children 0–10 years of age with a di- agnosis of ASD. 2526 Goodwater Avenue. connectionsaba.net. (530)226-8255. Mountain Valley Special Education JPA; Redding. A consortium of small school districts in Shasta County striving to provide a continuum of special education services by employing highly qualified professionals, sharing special education knowledge and expertise and providing professional development. 10140 Old Oregon Trail. mvjpa.com. (530)547-3274 or (530)223-1915.
NCCDI Tehama County Head Start; Red Bluff. Focused on the mission of enriching children’s lives, empowering families and engaging the community. Early Head Start and Head Start services and coun- seling for individuals and families of all ages. nccdi.com. 220 Sycamore St., Suite 200. (530)529-1500 or (877)224-7772. North Valley Services; Red Bluff. Pro- grams and activities for persons with
special needs ages 18 and older. 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.
Ridgeline Pediatric; Redding. Special- ized pediatric day health and respite services. Two locations in Redding are staffed with pediatric RNs, LVNs and per- sonal care attendants. The pediatric unit serves children ages birth-22 and the Transitional Care Unit allows children to continue services with Ridgeline after 22 years as long as the program is the best fit for their needs. ridgelinepediatric.com. (530)605-4866 or (530)255-8582.
Rough Rider Roundup; Redding. An in- clusive, family-friendly outdoor event for the special needs community of Shasta County and the surrounding area. Rough Rider Roundup incorporates horse- and ranch-themed events into adaptable and accessible activities for children and adults of all ages and abilities. Held An- nually in October. Registration required. roughriderroundup.com. 21449 Rough- out Road. (209)256-9640.
Sensory friendly films. Prime Cine- mas; Red Bluff. 2nd Sat of the month
at 10:30am. Year-round for families of individuals with disabilities. Lights will be dimmed, trailers limited and sound vol- ume lowered. The films will also be open captioned. 400 S Main Street. Primered- bluff.com. (530)529-5491.
Sensory Hour at Turtle Bay; Redding. Sensory Hour is an event for children
with autism spectrum disorders and/or sensory processing sensitivities and their families to experience the Museum at their own pace. Dimmed lighting, min- imal sounds and a relaxed atmosphere. Free, but preregistration is required and spots fill quickly. Check the website or call for information about upcoming dates. turtlebay.org/sensory-hour. 844 Sundial Bridge Drive. (530)242-3108.
Sensory Innovations; Redding. Provides sensory experiential learning, physical therapy and wellness that is accessible for people of all ages. This unique resource center was designed by a group of occupational therapists to promote cli- ent-directed health and wellness. Single visits rates and memberships available. sensoryinnovations.org. 20 Hilltop Drive, Suite A. (530)780-5559
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. Opportuni- ties for education, parenting support and resources to families in Shasta, Siskiyou and Trinity counties. Highly qualified staff provide full-day and part-day classes, nutritious meals, safe and inclusive envi- ronments, parent education and support and curricula supporting kindergarten readiness. Free for qualifying families. shastaheadstart.org. 375 Lake Blvd., Suitr 100. (530)241-1036.
Small Talk Pediatrics; Redding. Provides speech therapy services for children of
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