News, Notes, and Announcements from 4Cs | | | A Note From Our Chief Executive Officer | |
Dear 4Cs Community,
As we embrace the fall season and all the change it brings, October is a pivotal month for family wellness and civic participation. As we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month and encourage self-care through regular health screenings, we are also calling on every member of our community to get “Vote Ready” for the important elections coming up in November. At 4Cs of Alameda County, we believe in the power of every individual’s voice to shape the future for our children, families, and neighborhoods.
I encourage every eligible member in our network—families, caregivers, staff, and supporters—to participate in the upcoming election. Whether you vote by mail, drop off your ballot, or head to the polls, your vote truly matters. Local and state ballot measures can directly impact child care, education, housing, and services for families across Alameda County. Let’s make sure we show up for our children and for each other. Please visit the Official Election Site of Alameda County to check your registration status, register to vote (October 20 deadline), or make your voting plan.
If you have questions or need assistance, the 4Cs team is here to help you navigate the process with nonpartisan resources and information. Your participation strengthens our entire community and lays the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Thank you for being an engaged member of the 4Cs family. Let your voice be heard- vote!
With gratitude,
Takija T. Gardner
Chief Executive Officer
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Juan Cuba
Parent Class Educator
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| |  | Juan Cuba holds many titles: to the many 4Cs parents he has worked with he is Parent Class Educator, to his coworkers at Family Paths he is the Parent Stress Counselor, to and to the greater community, he is a Parenting and Fatherhood Specialist. Regardless of his title, Juan has been a strong partner of 4Cs for more than five years. The close collaboration between 4Cs of Alameda County and Juan began when a partnership was formed to offer virtual Abriendo Puertas Opening Doors courses for families in the midst of the pandemic. Five years later and he continues to be 4Cs trainer for the Abriendo Puertas courses and the agency’s Spanish fatherhood support series, Papás Unidos. Juan’s passion for connecting specifically with fathers and the Latino community, and sharing relevant information about the healthy development of families and learning for parents, is palpable. He loves knowing that parents are applying concepts learned in class to help their families thrive. We are grateful that Juan brings his expertise and dedication – and many hats – to 4Cs parent trainings!
Note: You can reach Juan and his incredible colleagues at Family Paths where they have a helpline for parents experiencing stress. The helpline is a free and accessible service for the entire community. At Family Paths, Juan also runs a support group for fathers or father figures in person every week. Learn more about the programs offered by Juan and Family Paths at 1-800-829-3777 or www.familypaths.org.
| | 4Cs Hayward Office Under Construction | | |
4Cs Hayward Office Visitors: Please note that 4Cs of Alameda County’s main Hayward Office is undergoing construction as we better equip our facility with improved ADA access. Offices are open during our usual business hours, however, please plan to give yourself ample time to navigate a few temporary changes with client and drop box access. See below for details or give us a call at (510) 582-2182 if you have any questions.
Detailed information is available in English, Spanish, and Chinese.
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Every holiday season, 4Cs of Alameda County provides gifts to over 300 children, and your support makes it all possible. Our annual Holiday Toy Giveaway will take place in December, and we’re asking for your donation today.
We need lots of new, unwrapped toys and books for children ages 0-10. Of course, we invite you to shop wherever you prefer. For your convenience, we have created an Amazon Wishlist at this link: 4calameda.org/4CsToyWishlist. You can shop the registry, order, and have the items delivered directly to the wishlist address (Hayward Office, 22351 City Center Drive, Hayward, CA 94541) or to you. Be sure to include a gift message with your name if you would like an in-kind donation acknowledgement letter.
We’re starting early to give plenty of time! Please send your toy donations anytime between now and Monday, December 8. If you have questions, please contact Jeanette at rise@4c-alameda.org.
View the flyer here.
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4Cs has an exciting employment opportunity within the Provider Services Team! We are looking for a Resource & Referral Training Coordinator to plan, schedule and implement our comprehensive Training Program for Child Care Providers in Southern Alameda County. This is a full-time, benefited position that requires skills/attributes in organization, Microsoft Office, and child care program quality indicators and training methodologies.
To Apply: Please submit a single document that contains both your resume and cover letter with “Training Coordinator” as the email subject. The combined document can be emailed to resumes@4c-alameda.org. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
See full job description at 4calameda.org/get-involved/careers-at-4cs.
| | Featured Events & Trainings | | |
THRIVE!
October 22-November 12
Wednesday Evenings
7PM-8:30PM
Virtual
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¡PROSPERE!
22 de octubre-12 de noviembre
Miércoles por la noche
7PM-8:30PM
Virtual
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Join us for a 4-week parenting series designed to support growth, connection, and balance at home. Each week we’ll explore a new theme: nurturing self-care and self-love, guiding kids toward healthier screen habits, uncovering the hidden patterns that shape family dynamics, and reimagining parenting in today’s world. Together, we’ll share tools, insights, and strategies to help you show up as the parent—and person—you strive to be. FREE one-on-one coaching from Coach Diedre for all participants.
Spanish translation provided. Gift card drawings at every session!
Register here.
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Únase a nosotros en una serie de cuatro semanas sobre crianza diseñada para apoyar el crecimiento, la conexión y el equilibrio en el hogar. Cada semana exploraremos un tema nuevo: fomentar el cuidado personal y el amor propio, guiar a los niños hacia hábitos más saludables frente a las pantallas, descubrir los patrones ocultos que dan forma a la dinámica familiar y reinventar la crianza en el mundo actual. Juntos, compartiremos herramientas, ideas y estrategias para ayudarle a convertirse en el padre o la madre, y la persona, que se esfuerza por ser. Sesión individual GRATUITA con la coach Diedre para todos los participantes.
Traducción en español proporcionada. ¡Sorteo de tarjetas de regalo en cada sesión!
Regístrense aquí.
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Hayward Promise Neighborhoods (HPN)
Play & Learn
October 28-November 20
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:30am-12pm
In-Person at 4Cs Hayward Office (22351 City Center Drive, Hayward 94541)
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Vecindarios de Hayward Promise (HPN)
Juega y aprende
28 de Octubre - 20 de Noviembre
Martes y jueves
10:30am-12pm
En persona en la oficina de Hayward (22351 City Center Drive, Hayward 94541)
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We invite you to our HPN's Toddler Play and Learn! Families with children ages 18 months to 4 years old who reside in the Downtown Hayward Promise Neighborhood are welcome to join our bilingual playgroup, Spanish & English, that focuses on fostering their social, physical, and emotional development alongside pre-school readiness and literacy. Have a great time with your child while you learn and engage together!
To register please click: https://4calameda.org/series/hpn-toddler-play-and-learn-juega-y-aprende-de-hpn/
This program is intended for families residing in the Downtown Hayward neighborhood who are not using formal early care and education programs.
For more information and eligibility questions, please contact Serena Michel at serenam@4c-alameda.org.
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¡Te invitamos a nuestro programa de HPN Juega y Aprende! Las familias con niños de 18 meses a 4 años de edad que residen en el vecindario Promise del centro de Hayward son bienvenidas a unirse a nuestro grupo de juego bilingüe, español e inglés, que se enfoca en fomentar su desarrollo social, físico y emocional junto con la preparación preescolar y la alfabetización. ¡Diviértete con tu hijo mientras aprenden y se involucran juntos!
Para registrarse, haga clic aqui https://4calameda.org/series/hpn-toddler-play-and-learn-juega-y-aprende-de-hpn/
Este programa está destinado a familias que residen en el vecindario del centro de Hayward y que no utilizan programas formales de cuidado y educación infantil.
Para obtener más información y preguntas sobre la elegibilidad, comuníquese con Serena Michel al serenam@4c-alameda.org.
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Upcoming
4Cs Events & Trainings
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Food Distribution
November 6 | 1pm-3pm
In-Person at Hayward Office
Register Here
*Registration Required
Provider Café
Child Care That Welcomes All: Setting a Stage of Inclusion
November 6 | 7pm-9pm
Virtual
Register Here
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Upcoming
Community Events
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Learn more about what is happening from outside organizations within Alameda County.
4calameda.org/community-events
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Coordinator, Resource & Referral Training
(Provider Services)
Full-Time
Hayward Office
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Child Care Services Specialist
(Family Services)
Bilingual: Mandarin & Cantonese Preferred
Full-Time
Oakland Office
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