Meet First 5 Ventura County
First 5 Ventura County envisions a future where all Ventura County children are born healthy, thrive in nurturing environments, and enter school prepared and eager to learn.
Our mission is to strengthen families, communities and systems of care for children prenatal to 5 years through investments, expertise, and leadership so all children reach their full potential.
90%
of brain development
occurs during the prenatal period and the first 5 years
>$210
million
invested in our
first 20 years
13
Neighborhood for Learning
Family Resource Centers
>130,000
diapers distributed
in coronavirus
response efforts
As you may have heard, you can now order free at-home #covid tests online! Be mindful that these rapid tests work best when utilized within the recommended window after exposure or infection.
Visit covidtests.gov to order tests for your family! We have the tools to reduce the burden of #COVID19!⚕️
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The choices you make today make a difference! For prenatal support and education call 805-981-5115 or visit vchca.org/ph 🤰
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First 5 Ventura County is seeking a Staff Accountant with at least two years in accounting to join our growing team!
The ideal candidate has experience in governmental and fund accounting and will be a detailed oriented team member who enjoys processing payroll, verifying claims/invoices, maintaining fiscal records, and preparing reports.
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We are excited to announce Alma Perez as our newest Office Coordinator! She is crucial to our efficient business operations and you'll likely see her smiling face at our Ventura Office as soon as it is safe to do so. As a recent graduate of CSU Channel Islands, Alma brings a health science and communications background to our F5VC team. She loves giving back to her community and enjoys working with families of diverse backgrounds.
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Eres simplemente una niña maravillosa, desde cualquier punto que te vea uno, éxito hermosa un gran paso en tu profesionalismo tqmmmmmmmmmm 😘😘😘
Alma,que gusto me da por ti y toda la familia. Felicitaciones y a seguir sumando!!! Bendiciones 🙏
Felicidades hermosa!! Éxito total!! Te queremos mucho..
Silvia Perez 😊
Are you a new or soon to be parent? Babies don’t come with instruction manuals, that's why our Kit for New Parents has everything you need to help you prepare for the journey ahead! Visit first5ventura.org/kit-for-new-parents/ to learn more! ... See MoreSee Less
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