A Note From Our Executive Director
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Dear friend of 4Cs,
Did you know that 90% of brain growth takes place before a child enters kindergarten? The earliest years of children’s lives are critical in developing complex neural connections in the brain that last into adulthood. Little ones given the opportunity to grow, learn, communicate, be loved and cared for, and have strong, trusting relationships with caregivers have better outcomes later in life. 4Cs of Alameda County’s programs and services – and our dedicated staff – are committed to creating and supporting these safe, stable, and nurturing environments for children.
During the first week of April, we are excited to offer a special opportunity for all of our community members and supporters to join us as we continue this commitment to our youngest learners during Week of the Young Child from April 1st through 7th. 4Cs has a fun-filled week lined up celebrating early learning, young children, teachers, families, and communities – including a special book giveaway! The week also provides an opportunity for supporters to either give directly or create a giving page to raise funds for our programs and services. We encourage you to share with your families, friends, and networks how they can join you in supporting 4Cs of Alameda County. You can find all of the information about Week of the Young Child activities at https://4calameda.org/woyc.
Thank you in advance for your support of 4Cs of Alameda County during Week of the Young Child. We are grateful for your support of children we serve in their earliest, most formative, years.
Be well,
Renee S. Herzfeld
Chief Executive Officer
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Iris Lin
Resource & Referral Coordinator, Chinese Services
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“I love connecting useful resources to parents and providers. 4Cs is like my second family. Working at 4Cs let me believe in my capacity to have a meaningful impact on the community.”
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For more than 15 years, Iris Lin has served 4Cs of Alameda County parents and providers with grace, dedication, and deep knowledge of the early care and education field. 4Cs own Resource and Referral Coordinator, Chinese Services, Iris has played a crucial role on the CCIP team in helping hundreds of child care providers become licensed and sustain or expand their businesses. She enjoys the challenges and successes of the job and the opportunity to build deep relationships with child care providers. Known and loved by her clients, 4Cs is as grateful for Iris as she is for being able to help the child care community every day. She loves working alongside a diverse team of equally as dedicated team members, and is especially thankful for a workplace that supports her in making regular visits to see her family overseas. We are grateful that Iris is always willing to share her culture and traditions – and green thumb – with 4Cs staff.
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Our Children's Fair is Back!
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With generous support by R. Zaballos and Sons, Inc.
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Our Children's Fair returns after five years! We are thrilled to bring this long-loved 4Cs of Alameda County tradition back to the community in person. On Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 10am to 1pm at 22351 City Center Drive in Hayward, we will have children’s activities, entertainment, and commmunity resources as we celebrate 50 years of service to our Alameda County community. All are welcome at this free event, and we hope to see you there!
Help us spread the word by downloading and sharing our Save the Date flyer available in English, Spanish, and Chinese.
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Join the 4Cs Team as a
Child Care Services Specialist at our Oakland Office!
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Be part of our team of energetic and dedicated staff members! We are looking for a full-time Child Care Services Specialist in the Family Services Unit at our Oakland Office (8105 Edgewater Drive Suite 270). The Child Care Services Specialist is responsible for assisting families with their eligibility and need for child care services through positive engagement. We offer many benefits including generous vacation accruals and employer monthly contributions.
To apply, email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please share this job announcement to people you know who may be interested and qualified for the open position.
Click here for the the full job desciption.
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Umbrellas, Rainboots, and Diapers
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Thanks to a donation of diapers from the Southern California organization, Baby2Baby, our RISE program hosted a onetime diaper giveaway during the rainy afternoon of March 9. We offered diapers, wipes, clothing, food, PPE, and other baby supplies to 120 parents on our waiting list. We hope to schedule a similar event in early summer.
If you are interested in being placed on the waiting list for an upcoming onetime diaper giveaway, please email [email protected].
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4Cs VITA Offers Free Tax Support
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Our incredible VITA volunteers and staff are here for community members in need of tax support. They make sure clients are filing correctly and not missing out on tax credits they should be receiving.
Interested in getting your taxes prepared and filed for free? Let our experts do the work for you. Go to getyourrefund.org/4cs and submit your documents virtually. Or call (510) 925-4018 and speak to our VITA Coordinator to learn more. Drop-off services are by appointment only.
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Featured Events & Trainings
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THRIVE!
April 6 - May 11
Thursday Evenings | 7pm-9pm
Virtual
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¡PROSPERE!
6 de abril al 11 de mayo
Jueves por la noche | 7pm-9pm
Virtual
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You are invited to a FREE online parenting series! This is a 6-part series in which you will explore smart money moves, goal setting, importance of social life, communication skills, multigenerational homes and blended families. Spanish translation provided. Gift card drawings at every session! View the flyer for more information.
Register here for one session or all six, where you will learn alongside other parents from our facilitator, Coach Diedre Goree.
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Le invitamos a participar en una serie en línea GRATUITA sobre la crianza de los hijos. Se trata de una serie de 6 partes en las que se explorarán los movimientos monetarios inteligentes y la fijación de objetivos, junto con la importancia de la vida social, las habilidades de comunicación, los hogares multigeneracionales y las familias mixtas. Traducción en español proporcionada. ¡Sorteo de tarjetas de regalo en cada sesión! Consulte el folleto para más información.
Inscríbase aquí para una sesión o para las seis, donde aprenderá junto a otros padres de nuestra facilitadora, la entrenadora Diedre Goree.
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Learning Sessions for FFN Providers
March 17 & March 24
Fridays | 11am-12pm | Virtual
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There are two learning sessions remaining and there is still time to sign-up for one or both sessions! If you are a FFN Provider (Grandparent, Aunt, Uncle, Family Friend or Neighbor), then we encourage you to join as we cover the topics Pre-Literacy and Challenging Behaviors. Participants will receive incentives and might be eligible to receive a stipend.
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Upcoming
4Cs Events & Trainings
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Virtual
21 de marzo | 7pm-9pm
線上培訓
4月1日 | 9am-12pm
Virtual
April 6 | 7pm-9pm
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Upcoming
Community Events
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Learn more about what is happening from outside organizations within Alameda County.
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Maintenance Technician
On-Call
Hayward Office
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Give to 4Cs of Alameda County
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Thank you for helping us uplift families, providers, and our community!
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