Northwest Family Services

08/05/2025

Update: Groups will be from 3:30-4:30 given Alva Schools later dismal times this year.
It is that time of year again. Get your kids signed up for our afterschool groups

07/28/2025

Just a reminder we still have box fans. ☀️

07/23/2025

🌿 YOUTH LIFE SKILLS DAY 🌿

Date: July 28
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Northwest Technology Center
(Partnering with Woods County Extension Office & Northwest Family Services)

Details:
Open to youth ages 8 & up
No cost to attend!

Activities including:
🐝 Pollinator activity
🌳 Nature walk
😊 Social & emotional games and activities

RSVP by July 24 to the Northwest Technology Center 580-327-0344

07/21/2025

Northwest Family Services, Inc. is seeking to hire an Administrative Assistance. This is a full-time position and includes benefits. The individual must have excellent communication skills as well as a good understanding of computers. A background check is required. Applications are available at Northwest Family Services, 620 Flynn, Alva, OK 73717. For more information contact Brenda Rose at 580-327-2900. Applications will be accepted until 5pm on August 6, 2025.

06/25/2025

We are very lucky to have received fans again this year from OG&E.
If you are in need of a fan you can come to the office to receive one. It is one per family coming in.

06/10/2025

We are exited to partner with Woods County Extension Office and Northwest Technology Center to provide this event.

06/04/2025

First food distribution in Alva is today 12-1 at the NWOSU Football Concession Stand.
Registration Link: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScvlz4puHRQ5Fo9ONIB0LRmAxOhyzaFFMuAT-ICRx2n1gfFxQ%2Fviewform%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRGFxV1A1V0dPRGRkcWJIRQEe4BvyhANXBy221hIK_ftAuGY4Dw2FFUN9F-flwP0LUDLxQiJOInbL5KUoO6c_aem_B-Qx0XIA0qlGa-_UvGCgJA&h=AT3cLX3dhXsV-48IIw5R2gcDloemw6DnsCR63nCh-XW78xOIsktFf4xGPnsZVI7bAnbzsJkAJtowxSOMGRx1crY0rma-4Dv5r6hjNtYRE7lOeSappNi_GYP_TuwFAEnM2iIRs-LAbrAAmKun&__tn__=R]-R&c[0]=AT1ZlkZakzEDGm-5-zjH9kiIMM9clE1T282vLiZiEgSZqFiQzwxcvkUjsDWUoGFYix9HfB-qOfnYdU52pSTJ942d-Df3oGYsjr1wSrMdMEbw6ngSyFlUlk1nRD9CR12nqpT63PV62kx427ye6Sb4BQQNXYA13RgbrR3ryDDVIm3N2UlpHK3YbV9BmkWyJRdnUQ

06/02/2025

Gulp and Gallop starts this week. If you haven’t already signed your kids up for these free meals and you want to participate please follow the link in the comments to register.

05/30/2025

05/23/2025

Gulp and Gallop - Summer Food Program
Open to all children 18 and under. Registration: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScvlz4puHRQ5F.../viewform

05/20/2025

Northwest Family Services, Inc. is seeking to hire a Parent Educator. This is a full-time position. A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or Social Services and experience working with children and families is preferred. This position will require the individual to educate parents in understanding they are their child’s first and most important teacher. Job consists of visits in families’ homes to promote the milestones regarding development, organizational skills, and excellent communication skills. The position requires extensive training during the first 6 months. This individual must have a reliable vehicle and be able to travel. Background check is mandatory. Applications are available at Northwest Family Services, 620 Flynn, Alva, OK 73717. For more information contact Brenda Rose or Kathy Gordon at 580-327-2900. Applications will be accepted until 5pm on June 6, 2025.

05/07/2025

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvlz4puHRQ5Fo9ONIB0LRmAxOhyzaFFMuAT-ICRx2n1gfFxQ/viewform

It is time to Register!