Moms, Dads, Babies and Families Shasta County

04/10/2026

04/10/2026

Mental health care is health care and it deserves the same attention, access, and support.

On World Health Day, we're reminding everyone that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health.

04/10/2026

💜 There is always hope
By starting the conversation, providing support, and directing help to those who need it, we can prevent suicides and save lives.

Reach out to the for help and support

04/10/2026

We get asked a lot: what exactly does One SAFE Place do?

We are Shasta County's center for survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and trafficking. We are not just a shelter. We are advocates who walk alongside you. Navigators who know the system. A team that believes you from the moment you reach out.

This month, we want you to know us. Because knowing us means knowing where to turn when someone you love needs help.

Here When It Matters. Here When You Need Us.

ospshasta.org | 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 530.244.SAFE

04/10/2026

🦋 We are here when you are ready.
🦋 You will be in safe, capable hands
🦋 Virtual support and treatment for families in PA, NJ, NY, CA
🦋 postpartumstress.com

04/10/2026

Every child deserves safe, quality health care from the very beginning.

But far too many children worldwide are put at risk by unsafe care. Due to their rapid development, evolving health needs, and reliance on adults. Children are particularly vulnerable when health care is not designed for their unique requirements.

🧸 Age
🧸 Weight
🧸 Development
🧸 Medical needs
🧸 Ability to communicate
🧸 Context

Even a single safety incident can have lifelong consequences for a child’s health and development.

Patient safety from the start -- is a reminder that begins with safe, child-centred care.

04/10/2026

SHINE! Find your light and build your path to wellness at the 18th annual Minds Matter Mental Health Resource Fair.

Come explore ways to live well and support one another at this FREE, family friendly event.

At the event you can:
• Talk with mental health and substance use treatment providers.
• Take a mini workshop to expand your wellness toolbox.
• Listen to Brave Faces share their personal experiences with recovery.
• Get creative at the outdoor open art studio.

When:
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
3-7 p.m.

Where:
Mae Helene Bacon Boggs Building (area)
2420 Breslauer Way, Redding

Email standagainststigma@shastacounty.gov or visit www.StandAgainstStigma.com/MindsMatter for more information.

Every year in May, Minds Matter brings together service providers and advocates to raise awareness for mental health in Shasta County, and fight stigma related to mental health and substance use recovery.

Sponsored by the Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency, in conjunction with the Stand Against Stigma Committee, and our many community partners and advisory boards. Funding for this event is provided through the Mental Health Services Act.

Shasta County
Hill Country Community Clinic
Shasta Community Health Center
Mercy Medical Center Redding
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System
Shasta County Office of Education
Moms, Dads, Babies and Families Shasta County
Northern Valley Catholic Social Service Inc. (NVCSS)
North American Mental Health Services
NorCal OUTreach Project
Nation’s Finest - Redding
Sunrise Mountain Wellness Center - Kings View
Women's Health Specialists Redding
Community Behavioral Health
United Way of Northern California

04/10/2026

04/10/2026

April brings babies to mind, and no one in the area knows babies like Nora McNeill of

Nora recently celebrated 50 years of midwifery and countless beautiful birthing experiences.

Congratulations, Nora!

We are keeping the celebration going as we enjoy spring in the Northstate. Check out our newest issue online and stay up-to-date about wonderful, family-friendly events by following our Going Places calendar.

Happy April, friends!

💕Read more about Nora McNeill in Stacey Leigh Mohr’s April article titled “Redding Midwife Nora McNeill: A 50 Year Legacy of Beautiful Birthing Experiences.”💕

04/10/2026

Raising Shasta is excited to host Welcome to the Jungle, a family-friendly event as part of Week of the Young Child for families with littles ages 0–5, though all are welcome. 🦁🌿

📍 Mount Shasta Mall (Courtyard near JCPenney)
🗓 Tuesday, April 14
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Welcome to the Jungle is a resource fair featuring local services, storytime with our Executive Director, free family photos, visits with alpacas, and early literacy books for the first 100 families. Held during Child Abuse Prevention Month, it also helps raise awareness about the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the importance of building safe, supportive communities for children and families.

We hope to see you there!

Sponsored by First 5 Shasta. 💚

04/10/2026

It’s National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and we are sharing this message with anyone who might need to hear it today:

Violence and abuse are serious problems. Young children, even babies, are affected when they see or hear violence. Abuse can be physical, verbal, or emotional. As an Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE), abuse can have lasting physical and emotional effects, and it can happen to anyone.

No one, not even a family member, has the right to be violent or abusive. Do not be afraid to seek help for children, yourself, or those you may know.

Find related information and resources from First 5 California, an initiative of the California Children and Families Commission, at https://parentguide.first5california.com/en-US/chapter/violence-and-abuse.