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ARC of Butte County; Chico.
Serving Butte, Glenn & Tehama counties, ARC assists people with developmental disabilities to choose & realize their goals. 2030 Park Ave. Info: (530)891-5865. Donate Your Car, boat or RV to the ARC of Butte County. Tax deductible. Info: (530)343-3666.
Center for Autism Supports & Treatment (CAST); Redding & Red Bluff.
Addresses Autism Spectrum Disorders with a multi-faceted therapeutic approach considering the needs, abilities, education & environment of not only the child affected, but also the parents, siblings, caregivers, service providers & others who impact that child's life & care. Info: New Directions to Hope. Redding: 1880 Shasta St., (530)248-3000; Red Bluff: 590 Antelope Blvd., (530) 529-0592.
Children with Diabetes Support Group; Redding.
New support group for children w/Type 1 Diabetes & their families. Activities, games & education centered on diabetes. Families & patients meet & share support with others in a similar situation. Mercy Medical Center's Auditoriums C & D. RSVP/Info: (530)225-5478 or (530)941-1521.
Circles of Healing; Redding.
For those whose lives have been touched by cancer or chronic illness. Learn a variety of paths to foster a more fulfilling & joyous life, including coping tools, prayer/meditation, expressive arts, humor, journaling, etc. Free. Meets twice monthly. Tara's Refuge, 914 Pine St. (530)926-1694.
Cystic Fibrosis Support Group; Redding.
Parents of children with CF, friends, family members & those with Cystic Fibrosis. Mainly a fund raising group for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Info: (530)246-9953 or (530)246-1595.
Do-It Leisure-Adaptive Recreation programs; Oroville.
A recreation & empowerment agency for individuals with disabilities. Sports programs for all skill levels. Improve skills, promote health & fitness, & have fun. Feather River Rec. & Park District, 1200 Myers St. Info: (530)343-6055
Downs Syndrome Support Group; Redding.
Meets monthly. This group is for Moms only to meet & talk. 6:30-8pm. Info: (530)224-9906.
Far Northern Regional Center; Redding, Chico, Mt. Shasta & more.
Serving individuals with developmental disabilities & their families, in 9 counties. Referrals to services & support, for infants to adults. Info: Redding (530)222-4791; Chico (530)895-8633; Mt. Shasta (530)926-6496.
Fetal Alcohol Support Group; Chico.
Ongoing support group for parents, caregivers & other interested persons of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Free. Meets monthly. Info: (530)894-0702.
National Association of Charitable Photographers; Chico.
Free photography services to Hospice Organizations, Adoption Services & Military Deployments. www.naocp.com. Info: DeeDee Ortiz: (530)893-1255.
Recreation & Dreams for Children with Cancer; Chico.
Children with cancer & their families are invited to attend. This unique group provides free recreational opportunities in our community for children who are being treated for, or are recovering from cancer. Info: (530)332-3171.
Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern CA; Redding, Paradise.
For families of and people with disabilities, infants to adults. Caring, emotional support for parents through a variety of programs & services. Classes & Workshops include: What is IHSS?; IFSP Training; IEP/504 Prep; Positive Behavior Plan; Making a Medical Information Binder. Free. Info: Redding: (530)226-5129; Paradise: (530)876-8321.
Shasta Disabled Sports USA; Mt Shasta & surrounding regions.
Offering sports programs to anyone with a physical or developmental disability. Swimming, rafting, fishing, camping, snow sports & special events. Outdoor enthusiasts share their love of fun & adventure through outdoor recreation with people who have disabilities. Info: David (530)235-2186; Donna (530)926-1087.
Sunshine Kid's Club; Chico.
Empower kids with special needs (& their friends & siblings) through a variety of fun activities including teen night, movies, miniature golf, bowling, swim parties, sporting events, theater, dinner, self-defense, dance, wheelchair basketball & more. Ages 5-18. Info: (530)891-3618
Support for Kids with Diabetes; Chico.
Meets monthly at Enloe Outpatient Center. Info: Sibyl (530)332-6802.
VIVA; Chico.
Support program for youth living with loved ones who have cancer. Comfort, encouragement, education & answers to tough questions. Socialize with other kids with the same needs, express feelings through art, play & fun. Free. Info: (530)342-4567
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