The Fire Safe Council of Nevada County has a variety of programs designed to increase fire safety in wildfire country.

• Access & Functional Needs (AFN) - Low-income senior residents or those with medical disabilities may qualify for assistance with defensible space clearing.
• Defensible Space Advisory Visit (DSAV) - This program provides a one-on-one consultation at your home for comprehensive education on compliance with defensible space requirements around structures.
• Chipping Program - The Fire Safe Council of Nevada County offers low-cost ($75/hr) chipping of brush cleared for defensible space of any permanent structure, and/or 30 feet from any roadside or driveway used for evacuation purposes.
• Address Signs - The Fire Safe Council of Nevada County creates Reflective Safety Address Signs so Public Safety personnel can find you in an emergency.
• Firewise USA® - The Firewise USA® Program provides resources to help homeowners learn how to adapt to living with wildfire while teaching…

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4 Elements Earth Education offers programs that introduce Earth Skills, which are a blend of the ancient arts of tracking, wilderness survival, and nature awareness.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.4eee.org/

Geriatric Care Manager Educational Consulting provides pro-bono (or pay forward) education and consulting services for the care of memory impaired elders.

• On-site training and consultations for professionals and family caregivers of memory impaired adults with Alzheimer's disease, related dementia, or movement disorder.
• Trainings for health care professionals and family caregivers in a variety of settings including assisted living facilities, caregiver support groups, and hospice settings.
• Facilitation of a monthly Support Group for Families & Friends of People with Memory Loss at The Peace Lutheran Church (Grass Valley) on the first Wednesday of every month from 1-3 pm.
• Pro bono phone consultations to guide people to appropriate resources.

The San Juan Ridge PARTNERS Family Resource Center (FRC) provides families in the San Juan Ridge area with information and referrals to local resources, services, and facilities on a drop-in basis for visitors of all ages.

General services include:

• Playgroups for children ages 0-5
• Weekly activities for older children
• Child development information
• Parenting support
• Counseling
• Education
• Employment tools

Specific offerings include:

• Buss passes
  • Bus passes are issued as 2 one-way trips with transfers that can be used on all routes to make a roundtrip from the San Juan Ridge.
• Laundry vouchers
  • Laundry vouchers come with one detergent pod and are good for a single wash and dry at Launderland in Grass Valley. 
  • Details for when and how to redeem is printed on the voucher. 
  • The number of laundry vouchers issued at one time will depend on family size and other factors.
• Adult yoga
  • Mon 6-7:15pm and Wed 9-10:30am
• A food pantry
  • Tue & Thu 12-3pm (for emergencies)
• A computer, phone, fax, and p…

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The Farm Advisor program provides education, technical assistance, and community engagement in agriculture, nutrition, and youth development.

Services include:

• Agricultural education and outreach
• Master Gardener training and resources
• 4-H youth development programs
• Nutrition and healthy living education
• Workshops and training for farmers, ranchers, and gardeners

Web pages

• Home - www.nevadacountyca.gov/1660/Farm-Advisor-Division

Know Overdose Nevada County promotes harm reduction and overdose prevention through public education and local access to free naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl test strips.

Free naloxone and fentanyl test strips are available through participating organizations and outreach efforts. Many local pharmacies also carry naloxone for purchase without a prescription.

Services include:

• Free naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl test strips from participating organizations
• Educational materials about overdose risks and harm reduction
• Access to information about treatment options available at local agencies
• Information about purchasing naloxone from pharmacies without a prescription

Additional notes:

Pharmacies are not required to provide naloxone without a prescription. Call ahead to confirm availability. Most insurance plans cover naloxone, but out-of-pocket pricing may vary.

Web pages

• Home - https://knowoverdosenc.com/
• Know Overdose Participating Organizations - https://knowoverdosenc.com/local-re…

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The Native TANF Program provides financial assistance and supportive services to eligible Native American families with children.

Services include:

• Cash assistance
• Employment, education, and training support
• Childcare and family stability services

Web pages

• Home - https://washoetribe.us/

NCSOS offers Special Education services programs described on web pages listed below.

The NCSOS Special Education Local Planning Area (SELPA) provides leadership and support to create and sustain educational programs for children with special needs by working closely with school districts, educational staff, parents and families, and community agencies.

Functions of the SELPA include:

• Support for families including information regarding the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process, and meaningful participation in their child's educational program
• Development of policies and procedures
• Interagency coordination
• Program Specialist support for students and districts
• Assistance with problem solving and conflict resolution relating to the IEP process.

Web pages

• Home - https://nevco.org/special-education/
• NCSOS home - https://nevco.org/
• Special Education - https://nevco.org/special-education/
• Special Education Services - https://nevco.org/special-education/se-services/
• Nevada County S…

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Common Goals, Inc. offers a 12-week deferred entry of judgment program for adults referred through the court under Penal Code 1000 (PC1000). 

The program focuses on early intervention for people facing first-time, non-violent drug-related charges.

Services include:

• Weekly substance use education classes
• Individual and group sessions focused on prevention and recovery
• Early intervention and behavioral change tools
• Court reporting and completion documentation
• Coordination with legal requirements for dismissal of charges

Web pages

• Home - https://commongoalsinc.org/

Common Goals, Inc. offers an early intervention and prevention program for adolescents referred through the court or other agencies. 

The program is designed to help youth avoid deeper involvement with substance use or the justice system.

Services include:

• Substance use prevention education
• Group and individual intervention sessions
• Risk and behavior assessment
• Early-stage behavioral support
• Court reporting and compliance documentation, if applicable

Web pages

• Home - https://commongoalsinc.org/