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
>$200
million
invested in our
first 20 years
13
Neighborhood for Learning
Family Resource Centers
>130,000
diapers distributed
in coronavirus
response efforts
Partnering with the Ventura County Library, PACT Classes will be offered at 3 additional locations throughout the County:
- Oak View Library, starting June 22
- HACSB Community Room, starting June 24
- Ray D. Prueter Library, starting June 25
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Do you have a location in Thousand oaks, Newberry or moorpark? And are your parent and child classes in person?
We are so excited to have all of the amazing NfL teachers and staff join us! Be sure to like us on Facebook to stay up to date on the latest Neighborhoods for Learning information!Our energetic, Neighborhoods for Learning staff is excited to see you soon! Did you know that in addition to our PACT classes, each NfL location offers: Connections to Community Resources, Developmental Screenings, and Parent Leadership Opportunities! To learn more visit first5ventura.org/nfl
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Today marks the 9th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) initiative, established by President Obama. Immigrants have contributed to our economy, including working as essential workers during #covid. However, today serves as a reminder that #DACA is only temporary. We must fully protect these Americans.
"DACA is just the floor, not the ceiling."
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Today is the day, California fully reopens , what can you expect? The state will monitor #COVID19 infection & vaccination rates throughout the summer & keep current guidelines through at least Oct. 1. ... See MoreSee Less
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Applications are being accepted for #CA COVID-19 #RentRelief. If you’re behind on rent due to a #COVID-19 financial hardship, visit HousingIsKey.com or call 833-430-2122 to see if you are eligible, and apply.
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