Positive Childhood Experiences

Boosting a child’s Mental Health by creating positive experiences.

Positive childhood experiences (PCEs) can happen all year round, season to season. With the school year behind us, the summer can create more unstructured time for families than usual, especially during hot days. There are many free and low-cost ways to continue practicing PCEs during the summer. We created a list of fun tips and suggestions that connect to one or more of the Four Building Blocks of HOPE.The HOPE framework is a flexible practice where PCEs can look different for each family and child. These tips are a guide to help families and communities brainstorm new ideas. We hope these tips inspire you to try something new or return to past summer traditions.

10 ways to practice PCEs during the summer

  1. Stay cool during hot days! Find communities that offer public splash pads outside or pools.
  2. Spend a day at the local library! Libraries offer many forms of events and things to do, and can even offer free tickets to local museums.
  3. Plan a movie night! Many local libraries have a large collection of DVDs. Pick out a special movie to watch together.
  4. Be with nature! It is great to go outside, even in your backyard to play games or sit and read a book together.
  5. Visit a local nature center! Many community centers offer free or low-cost programs.
  6. Stay connected with family and friends! Call a different family member or friend each week. Plan out questions or topics to talk about together.
  7.  Give back to the community! Volunteering together as a family and helping others can create a strong sense of meaning and fulfillment.
  8.  Add a fun spin to family visits! If grandparents or other family members are watching the kids while school is out, make it sound like a special or new experience. (e.g. Camp Grandma or Poppy’s Fun Adventure Camp).
  9.  Explore your neighborhood! Make a hike or walk special by creating a scavenger hunt or see who can collect the most rocks.
  10. Appreciate the moment! Remember to pause and reflect on the time you have with your children and community. There is something special in every stage of their life.
In addition to the 10 above, you can try new cooking or baking recipes or try making fruit smoothies to cool off from the summer heat, garden or plant flowers, fruit, or veggies, arts and crafts, and more.

Back To School Donation Drive

Child Advocates Of Nevada County.


Backpacks & Diaper bags for Foster Children!
For needed school supplies and nursery items.

Going back to school can be a very difficult time in the life of a foster child. Help make their first day of school fun and uplifting. Help them feel like they fit in with their peers and have all the cool gear.
Babies in foster care need items as well. Help with the transition into this world for a baby in foster and help create the foundation of healthy and happy the future.

Thank you for sponsoring these children.
View our registry for tailored items for each child.

Target Community Registry.

Amazon Community Registry.

Please drop off items by August 19th!

Drop off locations:

Zion Capital office
908 Taylorville Rd. Suite 104 Grass Valley, CA 95949

Child Advocates of Nevada County office
200 Providence Mine Rd. Suite 210 Nevada City, CA 95959

Volunteers Needed For Nacho Booth @ The Fair!

United Way of Nevada County

AUGUST 7th – 11th!

Have fun working the Nachos Booth with your fellow United Way of Nevada County Volunteers during the Nevada County Fair.

We will provide you with a free County Fair entrance ticket for each day you volunteer and all the nachos you can eat!

Signup form HERE.

 

Nevada County Happenings

Nevada County Mutual Aid

Mutual Aid Community support meeting.

 

 

 

A Break For Caregivers.

In-Home Caregivers invited to take some respite and enjoy some community appreciation for all your hard work!

 

 

 

 

 

SYRCL Yuba River Cleanup

SAVE THE DATE!

SYRCL’s 27th Annual Yuba River Cleanup

September 28, 2024

Throughout the Yuba River Watershed

MORE INFORMATION AND SITE REGISTRATION COMING SOON

Volunteer Opportunities

Sammie’s Friends – DOG WALKERS NEEDED

If you love dogs and want to volunteer time to your community this would be a great way to do it! Our dogs need YOU!

The benefit for them:
Exercise and Fresh Air: Walking our dogs is not only beneficial for their physical health but also for their mental well-being.
Socialization: Regular walks help our dogs become more social and better candidates for adoption.
Fulfillment: Spending time with our dogs can be incredibly rewarding and therapeutic for you as well!
Our offer to you:
Flexible Hours: You can volunteer as much or as little as your schedule allows. Morning, afternoon and mid day shifts available.
Training: No prior experience is necessary. We will provide all the training you need to walk our dogs safely and effectively. – These are primarily large breed dogs, they can be strong.
Community: Join a passionate community of animal lovers and make new friends.

If you would like to apply to come walk with us please visit the website for an application. https://www.sammiesfriends.org/volunteer-application

Nevada County Habitat For Humanity

Have you been to the ReStore and noticed any positive change lately?

We hope so, and look forward to sharing more to come! Not only do we have new staff members on board, but we are in the process of expanding our program and developing new ideas at the ReStore…. and we need more helping hands!
If you or someone you know wants to be a part of our greater mission building affordable homes in Nevada County and has some volunteer hours to spare (it’s actually fun and community building), please contact David, our new General Manager for more details on volunteering and having fun!

*Volunteers get 50% off most items! restoremanager@nchabitat.org 530.274.3761

530 Recovery Community Cleanup

It is that time! Our monthly clean up is this Saturday!
Come on Nevada County Community, its only a few hours of your time that will make a huge difference for everyone that enjoys this beautiful park!

Job Opportunities

Current Nevada County Job Openings.

Visit www.northstatejobs.com/afwd for full list of current openings.

 

 

 

SONShine Preschool Urgently Hiring

 

 

 

 

 

 

Community Beyond Violence Hiring an Executive Director

Community Beyond Violence (CBV) is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as our next Executive Director. This pivotal role involves overseeing both the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of our programs and staff. As the public face of our organization, the Executive Director will play a crucial role in advancing our mission within the community.

This is a full-time role based on site in Grass Valley, CA. The salary range is $110,000 to $125,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a generous benefits package.

For more information and a full job description, visit HERE. This position is open until filled.

If you are interested in applying for the CBV Executive Director position, kindly submit a cover letter and resume to hr@cbv.org.

CBV Heals the trauma of sexual assault and domestic violence by providing crisis intervention, safety, advocacy, and education to survivors and our community.

To learn more about Community Beyond Violence, please visit their website at www.cbv.org

 

 

 

South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL) Hiring a Community Engagement Manager

The goal of SYRCL’s River People program is to unite the community for effective advocacy on behalf of the Yuba watershed.  The Community Engagement Manager implements SYRCL’s River People program’s goals of community engagement, volunteerism, outreach, and information exchange. The CEM is the primary point-person for volunteer recruitment, retention, recognition, and management for SYRCL programs and events that rely on volunteer participation. The Community Engagement Manager (CEM) reports to the Communications & Engagement Director.  The CEM is expected to exercise judgement and provide management for a range of activities and programs promoting community engagement. These include direct outreach, recruitment, and management of SYRCL’s volunteers, production of annual events (River Cleanup, State of the Yuba, and Quiz Night), and supporting other events such as the Wild and Scenic Film Festival.

Full-time, non-exempt position. Compensation is an hourly rate of $28-$30 per hour depending on experience. Starting paid vacation of 14 days per year earned on an accrual basis, 10 paid holidays, 5 paid sick days, 100% employer paid health/dental/vision insurance, and 2% 401(k) retirement match (fully vested after 3 years).

For more information and a full job description, click HERE. This position is open until filled. Submit your cover letter and resume electronically at the above online link.

SYRCL is the central hub of community activism to protect, restore, and celebrate the Yuba River watershed.

To learn more about SYRCL, visit their website at yubariver.org

 

Hospitality House hiring Multiple Positions.

Under the supervision of the Shelter Manager, the Case Manager 1 position is responsible for assuring quality service to all program participants in a compassionate, professional, and cost-effective manner. A successful candidate is able to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines including daily CalAIM data entry and other related duties.  Rate of Pay: $20-$21/ hour. Click HERE for full job description and to apply

Under the supervision of the CalAIM Program Manager, the CalAIM Medical Billing Specialist is responsible for performing Hospitality House’s California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) Medi-Cal Billing. This includes referral submission, claims submission, data collection compliance, and relevant reporting as required by the CalAIM program. This position requires a high level of professionalism and a friendly demeanor in a fast-paced, social services office setting.  Rate of Pay: $26.00 – $28.00 per hour. Click HERE for full job description and to apply.

Under the direction of the HR Director, the HR Specialist assists in the completion of HR tasks including but not limited to drafting and completing forms, managing databases, and implementing training programs. The HR Specialist is also responsible for administrative and office duties; implementing the agency’s benefits and compensation program; assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding; supporting the HR Director’s employee relations efforts; and overseeing the agency-wide training programs. This position includes both General Human Resources Administration Duties as well as, CalOSHA Compliance Duties. Rate of Pay: $24.00 – $26.00 per hour. Click HERE for full job description and to apply.

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Business Operations, the Facilities, Maintenance, and Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all facilities, maintenance, and purchasing projects and programs, in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner. This person is a custodian extraordinaire—someone gifted at tinkering, fixing, professional purchasing, and maintaining a variety of building and facility related projects. While custodian-related activities are the primary focus, the Facilities, Maintenance, and Purchasing Supervisor assists in other meaningful areas to support Hospitality House in its mission to transition people from homelessness to housing. Experienced maintenance, custodian, and facilities staff encouraged to apply!

The Facilities, Maintenance, and Purchasing Supervisor is an exempt position with benefits and salary range of $66,560 to $68,640 annually. Click HERE for full job description and to apply.

For the above positions, fill out the Individual Employment Application for each position on the website links provided. Send a resume and thoughtful cover letter, along with three employment references, two of which are supervisors, to Leah Farkas as lfarkas@hhshelter.org. Please indicate when you will be able to start.

To learn more about Hospitality House, please visit their website at hhshelter.org

Library Summer Learning

This week at Nevada County Library Locations

Summer Learning Continues! Join us this week for some amazing presentations by NorCal Bats, the Nevada County Beekeepers Association, Bear Yuba Land Trust, and so much more! Scroll through this post to see all the great programs we’ve got lined up for Summer Learning this week!

For full schedule & event information, visit Nevada County Library.

NEO Summer Camp

GREAT Camp

Looking for a summer camp for your incoming 6th grader?

GREAT Camp is a one-week day camp in July filled with fun activities, crazy obstacles and challenges, water games, and field trips and it’s taught by local law enforcement officers and NEO staff. We aim to inspire and equip the youth with leadership skills through short lessons and an unforgettable summer.

Only a few more spots left for the incoming 6th grade session! The deadline is 6/26, so sign up today!

Information HERE.