Community Stories

Families Share Support and Experiences

July 2021 • Stories
“The simplest moments are often the most powerful.  As June rolled around, our temperatures went soaring into the 100s.  It was pivotal to allow Playgroup to operate indoors for health and…
Baby in high chair with bowl, spoon and food

Quality Improvement Grants Update

IMPACT Legacy – First 5 Prop 10 fundingThe big news for IMPACT Legacy is that we have been told we will be funded for another…
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Beauty in Resilience: Integrating Wellness into Every Practice

Many people will tell you that they love Humboldt County for the beautiful and abundant wonders of nature. It’s a place that is unmatchable and…
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Welcome Baby: Pathways to Resilience & the Family Spirit Home Visiting Model

In preparation for Welcome Baby: Pathways to Resilience Program services being available for families, program staff will be attending the John Hopkins Family Spirit Home…
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Reflecting on the Past and Embracing What’s Next: Community Events

March 2025 • Stories
We are thrilled to have a calendar full of parenting classes! Our team has been working closely with partners across the county to facilitate parenting…
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Finding Calm in the Storm: Resources for Caregivers Navigating Political Uncertainty

March 2025 • Stories
As family support navigators, we play a vital role in helping families navigate the complexities of raising young children in today’s world. We regularly engage…
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Supporting Immigrant Communities: Red Folder

March 2025 • Stories
In today’s climate, many immigrant families face unprecedented challenges, from fear of deportation to navigating the complexities of rights, health, and safety. In response to…
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Strength in Community: How Playgroups and First 5 Humboldt Provided Stability After the December 2024 Earthquake

January 2025 • Stories
When a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Humboldt County on December 5, 2024, it was a stark reminder of life’s unpredictability. Yet amid the uncertainty, something…
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Adventures in Outdoor Play: Childcare Yards Tour and Dinner with Rusty Keeler

October 2024 • Stories
First 5 Humboldt hosted world-renowned playground expert and risky play advocate Rusty Keeler, for a multi-day visit to our childcare community in September. Rusty Keeler…
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Resource Highlight: Under Pressure: The US Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Mental Health & Well-Being of Parents (2024)

October 2024 • Policy
A recently released document called Under Pressure: The US Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Mental Health & Well-Being of Parents (2024) outlines the challenges facing…
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