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First 5 OC On Statewide Panel About Child Care

First 5 OC On Statewide Panel About Child Care

Senior Program Officer Cristina Blevins traveled to Sacramento to participate in a statewide panel on child-care and family-friendly workplaces hosted by the Women’s Business Center. Cristina was joined by Christina Latner of SLO Family Friendly Workplaces and Jackie...

Stronger Starts Staff Reflections: Andrew Montejo

Stronger Starts Staff Reflections: Andrew Montejo

At our Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action event focused on reducing toxic stress in young children and their families, we asked First 5 OC staff to reflect on the ways they create moments of connection around stress in their own homes. “We are our children’s...

Stronger Starts Staff Reflections: Cristina Muñoz

Stronger Starts Staff Reflections: Cristina Muñoz

During our Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action event, First 5 OC staff shared personal reflections on how they navigate stress and support wellness within their own families. Cristina Muñoz said, “For my child, it would have to be keeping consistent routines. Life...

Stronger Starts Staff Reflections: Jessica Castillo

Stronger Starts Staff Reflections: Jessica Castillo

As part of our Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action event, First 5 OC’s Jessica Castillo reflected on what helps her family bring balance and calm to their everyday lives. She shared, “Taking some time to come together, have dinner, and have good conversation about...

Stronger Starts Statewide Day Video Recap

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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