[Comm-partners] Tuesday Tidbits (on Wednesday)- Youth, Parenting, and Child Development

Wed Jan 29 08:44:10 PST 2025

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Hello District 5 Self-Sufficiency/Child Welfare Staff and Community Partners,

Tuesday Tidbits are short, specific info bites you can use and share to increase collective knowledge of Lane County's wide-ranging community resource landscape.
Below you will find Youth, Parenting, and Child Development resources being offered in and for our local community.

[cid:image007.jpg at 01DB7229.F0F31650]Nurturely offers a wonderful range of perinatal supports!
Check out their offerings!!
🍼 Milk Magic for Parents & Caregivers ✨ Discover the wonders of lactation! ✨
Join us for 5 magical sessions guided by our Milk Magic curriculum. Together, we’ll explore the beauty of lactation while sharing experiences, seeking guidance, and building connections with others on the chestfeeding journey. 🫶 Each session offers a safe and supportive space for learning and growth. 💕
📅 When: Starting Tuesday, February 4th at 5:30 PM (Every Tuesday for 5 weeks)
🎁 Complete all sessions and receive a wonderful gift bag full of supplies to support your lactation and postpartum journey! REGISTER FREE HERE<https://app.miniextensions.com/preview-record/lBcEBTEfDjgjs0GnmPfM/recLzFqS01d1goC3a>
👨‍🍼 Tiny Human Survival Training 💪 Calling all fathers and partners! 💪
Pregnancy often puts the spotlight on the birthing parent, but we see you too, dads and non-birthing parents! ✨ This 5-session meetup is your chance to learn hands-on tools to confidently navigate pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. From diapering and soothing to babywearing and more, we’ve got you covered! 🍼✨
📅 When: Starting Thursday, February 6th at 5:30 PM (Every Thursday for 5 weeks) at the Nurturely Lounge
🎒 Complete all sessions and take home a backpack full of supplies to help you rock the postpartum journey! REGISTER FREE HERE<https://app.miniextensions.com/preview-record/lBcEBTEfDjgjs0GnmPfM/rectVDp1bpYwmDMk1>
🌸 The Peaceful Birth Childbirth Class
🕊️ Claim your peaceful, empowering birth experience! 🕊️
Led by a student midwife, mother of three, and seasoned birth worker, this 4-week inclusive class will give you everything you need to prepare for a calm and informed birth. 💕 Together, we’ll explore the evidence behind birth options, learn to exercise self-agency, and make choices from love instead of fear. 🌟
📅 When: Every Wednesday in February at 10:30 AM at the Nurturely Lounge
✨ The time to empower your birth journey is now!
REGISTER HERE <https://www.peacefulbirthmethod.com/offers/728qegZ4/checkout>
✨ Bonus Alert! ✨We’re so excited to share our NEW punch card system! 🌟 Attend 10 Nurturely sessions of any program or event, and you’ll receive an amazing prize as a thank-you for being part of our community! 🎉💛

[cid:image010.jpg at 01DB7229.F0F31650]The Center for Family Development of offering a group starting TODAY, Positive Solutions for Families Group.
This group is a 7 week support group will meet weekly on Tuesdays from 12-2pm and is for parents of 3-7 yr olds. Please see the attached flyer to learn more.

[cid:image013.jpg at 01DB7229.F0F31650] The American Printing House for the Blind (APH) and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are partnering to bring an opportunity for families to receive free braille children's books. It is believed that early exposure to reading develops crucial braille awareness skills and promotes enthusiasm for literacy. By enrolling in Braille Tales, participating families receive a free print/braille book every other month until the child reaches their 6th birthday.
Please see the attached flyers to learn more.

[cid:image016.jpg at 01DB7229.F0F31650]Lane County Health and Human Services will be having a Youth and Young Adults Experiencing Issues with Housing Resource Fair (Ages 16-24).
Are you or someone you know experiencing housing challenges? Join us for a Resource Fair tailored to help youth and young adults find support, resources, and community.
📅 Date: Thursday, January 30th
🕒 Time: 3 PM - 6 PM
📍 Location: Youth Era - The Drop
44 W 7th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
✨ What’s Happening:

  *   Basic Vet Services
  *   Basic Needs Supplies 🛍️
  *   Haircuts ✂️
  *   Games 🎮
  *   Clothing Closet 👕
  *   Housing Services 🏠
  *   On-Site Assessments 📝
🤝 Participating Organizations:@core.eugene<https://www.instagram.com/core.eugene/>, @15thnight<https://www.instagram.com/15thnight/> , @lookingglass_eugene<https://www.instagram.com/lookingglass_eugene/> , @eugenedrop.youthera<https://www.instagram.com/eugenedrop.youthera/> , @cityofeug<https://www.instagram.com/cityofeug/> , @connectedlane<https://www.instagram.com/connectedlane/> , @DevNW<https://www.instagram.com/DevNW/>, @4jschools<https://www.instagram.com/4jschools/> , Directions, @queereugene<https://www.instagram.com/queereugene/>, Front Door Assessors
📩 Questions? Email: kirstin.london at lanecountyor.gov<mailto:kirstin.london at lanecountyor.gov>

[cid:image017.jpg at 01DB7229.F0F31650]Many Nations Longhouse is hosting a Winter Storytelling Night on February 11th 4:30-8pm at 1630 Columbia St, Eugene.
Participate in the time-honored Winter tradition of receiving stories and carrying them forward for future generations.
All are welcome!
Community dinner will be provided at 4:30, catered by Caddo Woman Catering with storytelling starting at 6pm in a variety of formats by tellers from different Native Nations.

[cid:image019.jpg at 01DB7229.F0F31650] Are you passionate about transforming our food system and advocating for plant-based, climate-friendly, and culturally appropriate meal options in schools? 🍎
The Food Empowerment Project is Calling All Youth Food System Advocates (Ages 14-22) to participate in an info session to learn more about this paid opportunity!
📅 Info Session Dates:
Wednesday, January 22: 6 PM ET / 5 PM CT / 4 PM MT / 3 PM PT
Thursday, January 23: 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 6 PM MT / 5 PM PT
💻 Register here: bit.ly/YSC2025

Please email D5Communications at odhsoha.oregon.gov<mailto:D5Communications at odhsoha.oregon.gov> with your questions, comments, suggestions, or requests.

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Tricia Merrick (Pronouns<https://www.mypronouns.org/>: she/her/hers)
Oregon Department of Human Services- Community Partnership Coordinator
D5 Equity and Inclusion Committee Co-Chair
101 30th St., Springfield, OR 97408
Cell Phone:  541-321-5235
Oregon Child Abuse Hotline Number:  1-855-503-SAFE (7233) *24/7
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