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Here’s a little school bus refresher: Yellow means slow. Red means stop. Let’s protect kids getting on and off the schoo...
01/12/2026

Here’s a little school bus refresher:
Yellow means slow.
Red means stop.
Let’s protect kids getting on and off the school bus.

01/09/2026

Infants, toddlers and young children are at higher risk of getting very sick from the flu. Protect children 6 months and up from flu by getting them vaccinated.

Protect what matters by staying up to date vaccines.

📲 Contact your doctor, pharmacy or visit MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule your vaccine appointments. ​

For local updates on the flu, visit shastacounty.gov/health-human-services/page/influenza-flu

California Department of Public Health

01/09/2026

Tu amor y cariño son muy importantes para tu niño. ❤️ Obtén herramientas que te ayuden a construir vínculos más fuertes que apoyen su salud, checa el curso “Reforzando vínculos", parte del programa educativo gratuito Stronger Starts, respaldado por Cell-Ed. Aprende más e inscríbete en https://bit.ly/3VZ1Q6H

01/09/2026

Su***de is a complex issue, but together we can help reduce risk and save lives. As a community, everyone can become a source of support and hope. Learning about common warning signs and resources that are available for people at risk are great first steps we can take to help prevent su***de.

Pain isn’t always obvious. You can learn to recognize when someone is at risk for su***de and how to connect them to help by visiting https://www.su***deispreventable.org.

If you or someone you know needs immediate mental health support, call, text, or chat 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline

Shasta County Health and Human Services
Lotus Educational Services, Inc.
City of Redding
Shasta College
Shasta County Office of Education

01/09/2026

January is International Creativity Month — a reminder that expression is power.

Whether through art, words, sound, photography, movement, or storytelling, creativity gives us new ways to connect and be seen. ✨

We’d love to celebrate the ways you create.
Share your art with us in the comments or tag us in your work this month.

01/09/2026

If you've read comment sections, you may have seen how important self-regulation skills can be.

But young children don't have these skills built in. As adults, we can begin helping children begin to build self-regulation skills starting from birth, through the process of co-regulation, a.k.a., helping a child manage their emotions by making them feel safe, calm and understood.

Strong co-regulation in early childhood is directly connected to how well a child develops coping strategies, emotional awareness and resilience over time. Head here if you want more: https://bit.ly/4apJRyM

01/09/2026
01/09/2026

Creating boundaries for is crucial for well-being and preventing burnout. Here are steps to establish and maintain healthy boundaries:

✅ Delegate
✅ Learn to say no
✅ Prioritize self-care

01/09/2026

Health comes first! 💙

If you experience any of these symptoms during pregnancy, seek medical care immediately:

⚠️ Vaginal bleeding
⚠️ Abdominal pain or injury
⚠️ Blurred vision, sudden swelling, or severe headache
⚠️ Changes in your baby’s movements
⚠️ Abdominal injuries

While these may not always indicate something serious, it is always better to check with a health worker to be sure.

01/09/2026
01/09/2026

Both 988 and 911 provide critical support, but they offer different crisis services. The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline specializes in mental health, su***de, and substance use support, while 911 addresses physical dangers that require police, fire, or emergency medical services.

If you or someone you know ever experiences emotional distress or a su***de crisis, the 988 Lifeline is here to help.

Learn more about 988 Lifeline and what to expect when you call by visiting https://988lifeline.org.

Shasta County
Shasta County Health and Human Services
Shasta County Office of Education
Community Behavioral Health
Lotus Educational Services, Inc.

01/09/2026

If making changes to your substance use is part of your goals, please know that you’re not alone and help is available. Take the first step: Connect with resources or reach out for support. Visit findtreatment.gov

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Redding, CA
96001

Telephone

+18003005122

Website

http://shastacounty.gov/hhsa/parents, http://shastacounty.gov/hhsa/mcah

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