July 19, 2021
Valley Oak Children's Services Newsletter
Families have Questions, We Have Answers
Families You Are Invited
Families join us for this month's
Community Resource & Butte Parent Cafe Pop-Ups!

This month we will begin to introduce the Journey to Vitality Cafes & the Six Domains of Vitality! This program combines empowered engagement and peer-to-peer support systems to help individuals improve their health and well-being.

Our staff will be handing out Resource Bags filled with water beads, bubbles, family resources, and activity calendars, perfect for summer fun!

Plus, our Parent Cafe team will be handing out supplies and recipes for Pasta Salad, yum!
These drive-thru-style pop-ups will take place from 5:30-6:30 pm in Paradise, Gridley, Oroville, and Chico.

These are FREE events open to all families in our community. No sign-ups are required.

We cannot guarantee that you will get a bag, though we are committed to continuing these modified pop-ups as they need remains.

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For questions and information about our
Community Resource Room, please contact Jean Garrison
530-899-4953 | [email protected]
Families Join Us For A Family Event At US Bank This Friday, July 23th

The event will take place from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM in the US Bank Parking Lot, 2385 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926

US Bank will have their Good Truck, plus Kahoona Brothers will be there with their shaved ice truck serving snow cones!

Be sure to stop by our VOCS booth to grab family resources, activities, and children's books.

This FREE event is open to all families in our community!
Community Updates
Information provided from whitehouse.gov/child-tax-credit/

The Child Tax Credit in the American Rescue Plan provides the largest Child Tax Credit ever, a historic relief to the most working families ever –, and as of July 15th, most families are automatically receiving monthly payments of $250 or $300 per child without having to take any action. The Child Tax Credit will help all families succeed.

For more information, head to www.whitehouse.gov/child-tax-credit/
or click the button below for a printable flyer
"Your Journey Together" Project (YJT)
Funded by Happy Nest

This FREE Opportunity is open to families, parents, and all adults that are responsible for parenting young children. ALL ARE WELCOME!

Families and parents, please join us as we embark on an exciting journey together. Beginning Sept 2021 and ending May 2022, VOCS will host and facilitate a monthly gathering for up to 50 families.

YJT is a strength-based curriculum designed to promote the social and emotional health of children. YJT topics provide parents with the knowledge and skills that promote resilience.

Each month we will include topics such as: Defining Resilience, Focusing on Strengths, Creating a Healthy Climate, and Strengthening Children’s Strengths, among many other topics in line with strengthening and promoting the 5 Protective Factors.

After a particularly challenging year, this is a great opportunity to receive support through the community in a safe and accepting environment.

Exact Days and Time TBD – however, we will be meeting once a month for 2 hours. 

If you are interested or would like more information, please email [email protected]
Butte County FREE Summer Meal Programs

To find out more information about the 2021 FREE summer meal program in your community, please click the buttons below.
Upcoming Events
The Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, in cooperation with the Town of Paradise, is proud to host a weekly summer celebration of community and commerce. Located in the historic heart of Paradise, Party in the Park Music & Marketplace is a convergence of families, community members, and commerce that reinforces neighborhood bonds as we gather in our hometown.

This 8-week event features produce, craft, commercial and non-profit vendors, live bands, and intermission acts featuring dance, youth groups, and demonstrations.

VOCS is excited to participate in the Party in the Park Music & Marketplace next Wednesday, July 28th, from 5:30-8:00 pm. Be sure to stop by our booth to say hello!

For more information, head to www.paradisechamber.com
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Activity Ideas & Resources
"This easy homemade ice cream in a bag recipe is a must-try this summer!

You only need 5 ingredients to make this homemade ice cream. Kids will love seeing how quickly they can make their own ice cream.

Don’t forget to add your favorite toppings like sprinkles or fruit!"
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