Youth Options Shasta

10/20/2026

Mother-to-Mother Group: A Gentle Space for New Beginnings

Let’s start this fall with a fresh start — together.

If you’re a new mom or birthing parent navigating the heavy, complicated feelings that can come with postpartum life, you don’t have to carry them alone. Our Mother-to-Mother Group is a warm, judgment free space to breathe, connect, and be understood by others who truly get it.

We’re excited to partner with MCAH and Shasta County WIC to offer an in-person support group on the first and third Thursdays, 10–11:30 a.m. at the Shasta YMCA.

No cost. No membership needed.
Childcare available for ages 1+.
Babies always welcome.

Whether you need encouragement, community, or just a moment to exhale — we’d love to welcome you. You’re not alone. And you deserve support.

To learn more or enroll:
Call our team nurse at (530) 225-5129 OR text her at (530) 440-6493



Shasta Strengthening Families
Raising Shasta
NorCal OUTreach Project
Shasta Family YMCA
Shasta Community Health Center
Hill Country Community Clinic
Redding Rancheria
Pit River Health Service
Shingletown Medical Center
Youth Options Shasta
Community Behavioral Health
Shasta County Office of Education
Shasta College
Creekside Counseling Center, Inc
Guidepost Counseling for Wellness
First 5 Shasta
Simpson University
Dignity Health Connected Living
Lotus Educational Services, Inc.
Shasta Regional Medical Center

10/20/2026

💙 Building Awareness. Strengthening Support. Empowering Youth.

Youth Options Shasta’s Youth Action Council (YAC) members and other youth volunteers participated today in the MindWise Signs of Su***de (SOS) for High School Students training through the Lotus Educational Services, Inc. Center, facilitated by Marcia Ramstrom.

The training helps young people build awareness around su***de prevention, recognize when someone may be struggling, and understand the importance of reaching out for support.

We’re proud of our youth volunteers for taking part in this important learning opportunity and strengthening their knowledge to help create a more supportive and caring community. When young people have the tools and confidence to look out for one another, it can make a meaningful difference. 💙

Thank you to Marcia Ramstrom and the Lotus Center for helping equip our youth with valuable knowledge and skills!

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10/13/2026

💙 Building confidence, connection, and leadership starts with community!

A new opportunity is coming to Anderson and Redding for teen boys to build friendships, learn practical life skills, and grow with support from trusted adults.

The Forge is a free weekly group for young men ages 13–17, creating space to explore respect, responsibility, confidence, and everyday challenges while connecting with peers in a positive environment. ✨

📍 Anderson Teen Center
📅 Tuesdays, starting October 13
⏰ 4:00–5:00 p.m.

📍 Redding Teen Center
📅 Wednesdays, starting October 14
⏰ 4:00–5:00 p.m.

🙌 It’s completely FREE! Teens can sign up at either Teen Center’s front desk or simply show up and join in. Participants are welcome to get involved at any time.

We love seeing community programs create welcoming spaces where young people can build meaningful connections and develop skills that will support them as they grow!

10/12/2026

🎃🍬 HELP US FILL OUR TRUNK WITH TREATS! 👻

Youth Options Shasta is getting ready for Raising Shasta's Trunk or Treat on October 28, and we need your help to make it a sweet success! 🧡

We’re accepting candy donations to help ensure local kids and families can enjoy a fun-filled Halloween evening. Every bag of candy makes a difference!

🍭 Want to help? Here are two ways to donate:

🍬 Donate candy: Drop off candy donations at Youth Options Shasta.

💻 Prefer to give online? Make a monetary donation through our Zeffy donation page, and we’ll use your contribution to help purchase treats!

👉 Donate online: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/trunk-or-treat-candy-donations--102026

Thank you for helping us bring smiles, treats, and Halloween fun to our community! Together, we can make this a memorable night for local families. 🧡👻

10/08/2026

Smoking’s effects aren’t something you have to wait years to experience.

This short excerpt from Smoking and Biofeedback – Promoting Health and Personal Development explores the immediate effects of cigarette smoking, including its impact on heart rate and the nervous system.

Originally released in 2008 by LifeSkills and Gilbert J. Botvin, Ph.D., the video provides an opportunity to revisit an important to***co education message: understanding how to***co affects the body can help us make informed choices about our health.

🎥 Smoking and Biofeedback – Promoting Health and Personal Development
LifeSkills & Gilbert J. Botvin, Ph.D. | 2008

10/08/2026

🩷 Moms, this one’s for you! 🩷

Looking for a chance to connect with other moms, make new friends, and enjoy a little time outside the house? The Mom’s Group at Raising Shasta is back! ✨

Join them for a fun morning of conversation, connection, and pumpkin decorating 🎃

📅 Tuesday, October 13
⏰ 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Raising Shasta
2280 Benton Dr., Building C

Building strong connections and supportive communities helps families thrive. 💕 If you’re a mom in the Redding area, consider checking it out!

Mom's Group is making a comeback! 🩷

Whether you're looking to meet other moms, make new connections, or simply have a space to get out of the house and spend time with people who get it, we'd love to have you join us.

✨ Tuesday, October 13
✨ 11am - 12pm
✨ Raising Shasta - 2280 Benton Dr, Building C
✨ Activity: Pumpkin decorating 🎃

We're ready to welcome you, moms. See you there!

10/05/2026

Looking for a CPR/AED/First Aid course in Redding this October?

Redding Recreation has two upcoming American Red Cross certification classes for anyone looking to learn these skills for the first time or refresh their current training.

The course covers how to recognize and respond to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies involving adults, children and infants. Much of the class is focused on hands-on skills practice using real-life rescue scenarios, with opportunities to practice what you’re learning and ask questions along the way.

Upcoming October sessions:
Saturday, October 10 | 12–5pm
Saturday, October 24 | 12–5pm

Ages 13+ | $105

Additional CPR/AED/First Aid certification sessions are also scheduled through January.

Register today at ReddingRecreation.org (Click ‘Register Online’)

10/05/2026

🎃 We’re excited to be part of this year’s Trunk or Treat at Mount Shasta Mall! 👻

Youth Options Shasta will be tabling at the event, and we’d love to see you there! Stop by our table to say hello, learn more about what we do, and connect with our team while enjoying an evening of costumes, candy, games, activities, and community resources. 🍬✨

Bring the whole family and come celebrate Halloween with our community! 🎃

We’ll see you there! 💙

It’s that time again! 🎃

Our annual Trunk or Treat is back, and we’re excited to once again partner with Mount Shasta Mall for a fun evening with our community. ✨

Bring the whole family, wear your favorite costumes, enjoy candy, games, activities, and gather community resources throughout the evening.

We love getting to bring families together for this event each year, and we hope you’ll join us! 👻🍬

10/05/2026

📣 Our September Newsletter is here!

September was a busy and exciting month at Youth Options Shasta, and we’re excited to share some of the highlights with you! 💙

Inside this month’s newsletter, you’ll find:

🔹 Highlights from our first annual Locked Up for Youth Fundraiser & Resource Fair
🔹 Updates from our Youth Action Council
🔹 Youth leadership and community engagement
🔹 Our latest Peer Court activities
🔹 A look at what’s happening across YOS
🔹 Upcoming events and ways to support our mission

From celebrating the incredible community support behind Locked Up for Youth to seeing our young people step into new leadership opportunities, there’s a lot to look back on and be proud of.

📖 Read our September Newsletter and catch up on what’s happening at Youth Options Shasta!

Thank you to our youth, families, volunteers, community partners, and supporters for being part of the YOS community. 💙