It's easy for families to get lost navigating our county's complex system of services. To help make service navigation easier for families, organizations in Orange County are finding ways to integrate community health workers (CHWs) into their workforce as coaches for...
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Stronger Starts Statewide Day Video Recap
Check out more moments from our recent Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action community celebration here! Thank you to all who supported, participated, and joined us in making this day of early learning, developmental play, and community connection so meaningful and...
Building Maternal Mental Health
There is power in everyday moments for moms. I am a mother of two boys. In my experience, motherhood is one of life’s most joyful and rewarding seasons. It’s also true that being a mom brings stress, uncertainty and moments that are more challenging than ever...
Celebrating Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action
First 5 Orange County hosted a free community event for families with young children ages 0-5 on Saturday, May 9 at Peppertree Park in Tustin, in partnership with First 5 California, the City of Tustin, CalOptima, and Orange County Social Services Agency. The joint...
Reflecting on Conditions of Children Forum
First 5 OC recently hosted a community forum on the Conditions of Children in Orange County in partnership with Board of Supervisors Chair Doug Chaffee and the Social Services Agency (SSA). The forum provided a deeper look at one of the issues highlighted in the...
CalFresh Eligibility Changes
Due to recent federal changes, the Orange County Social Services Agency recently shared important information for families that have had their CalFresh benefits impacted. If you’re working with families that need help, more information on upcoming changes to CalFresh...
Spirit of Volunteer Award Recognition
Each year, the Spirit of Volunteerism Awards brings together nonprofits, businesses, and community members to celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in service to Orange County. Hosted by OneOC, the event honors volunteers whose dedication, compassion, and...
Home Visitor of the Year: Margarita Cruz
Margarita Cruz is the Home Visiting Collaborative’s Orange County Home Visitor of the Year! Margarita exemplifies the true spirit of home visiting – leading with empathy, cultural humility, and a true dedication to the communities she serves. She builds trust with...
Inaugural Orange County Fatherhood Coalition Conference
The Orange County Fatherhood Coalition, under First 5 OC’s leadership, proudly hosted the inaugural Fatherhood Conference. The event brought together nearly 100 service providers dedicated to strengthening father engagement across the region. The conference was themed...
Celebrating Home Visitors: Abrazar, OMID, & The Priority Center
Orange County home visiting provides families with vital, personalized support during the most critical years of a child’s development. Through trusted connections with trained home visitors, families receive guidance, education, and resources tailored to their unique...