The RCAA Weatherization program receives recognition.
Creating a Trauma Informed Community
Humboldt County will be welcoming Dr. Bruce Perry, a world renown expert in child trauma, to give an all day presentation on May 10th regarding Effective Interventions for Children Impacted by Trauma. In preparation for his arrival, a series of trainings are being offered to the community to increase local knowledge about being more trauma-informed, utilizing some of Dr. Perry’s work. Each training in the series is free, and is offered multiple days to accommodate a multi-disciplinary target audience.
Call TODAY to make your Tax Appointment with VITA!
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program is once again providing FREE tax preparation for families and individuals earning less than $50,000 for the 2012 tax year. This service is being offered throughout Humboldt and Del Norte Counties. We are currently taking appointments for the upcoming tax season which begins January 23rd. An appointment can be made by calling the United Way Switchboard at (707) 441-1001.
Redwood Community Action Agency is a locally based, private non-profit organization that provides a wide range of services to low and moderate income residents of Humboldt County. Our long-term goal is to develop programs through which people can become self-sufficient and empowered to improve their own lives. There are 52 Community Action Agencies in California and approximately 1,100 nationwide.
The concept of community action has been part of the American social fabric for over thirty-five years. The primary mission of this nationwide movement is to "eliminate the paradox of poverty in the midst of plenty."
