Chico Family Resource Network

10/17/2026

A child who is overwhelmed is not giving you a hard time. They are having a hard time.

When tears, shouting or anger take over, it’s easy for adults to react too. “Stop crying.” “Calm down.” “Look at me.” “Tell me what happened.” But in that moment, more pressure usually makes it harder for a child to settle.

Children often need less talking, not more. A calm voice. A bit of space. Simple words. Time.

We can still hold boundaries: “I won’t let you hit.” “I’m here when you’re ready.” We don’t have to accept unsafe behaviour to show a child that their feelings matter.

Try to notice your own stress first. Don’t match their anger. Don’t argue with every hurtful word said in the heat of the moment. Don’t force eye contact, hugs or apologies before they are calm enough to cope.

Co-regulation starts with us. A steady adult can help a child’s nervous system feel safe again.

FREE 10 THINGS THAT DO NOT HELP A CHILD CALM DOWN

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10/17/2026

Free online tutoring is now available! We're excited to share a new resource for learners of all ages 📚

K-12 students across California can access unlimited homework help, drop-off review services, test prep, and more. Live help from trained tutors is available anytime, anywhere by laptop, tablet, or phone. Adult learners can also get writing assistance, practice tests, and other learning services.

🌎 Tutoring is offered in English, Spanish, Mandarin, French, and Vietnamese.

✏️ Getting started is easy! Visit Tutor.com/homeworkca to connect with a tutor today!

Supported by the California State Library in partnership with Pacific Library Partnership and funded by the Library Services and Technology Act.

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10/16/2026

See you at the Wednesday market!

10/14/2026

🥫❤️ **FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN CHICO!** ❤️🥫

We wanted to share this helpful community resource for anyone who may benefit from a little extra grocery assistance!

The **North State Food Bank**, through the Community Action Agency of Butte County, will be distributing **FREE food boxes** this Friday!

📅 **Friday, October 16, 2026**

⏰ **10:00 AM – 12:00 PM** (or until supplies run out)

📍 **Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints**
735 West East Avenue, Chico, CA

🚗 **Important Information:**

* This is a drive-through food distribution.
* Please arrive in a vehicle and follow traffic directions.
* Remain in your vehicle while volunteers load your food box.
* Boxes may contain shelf-stable and fresh/perishable foods, depending on availability.
* Food boxes weigh approximately 17–22 pounds.

💚 Please share this information with friends, family, neighbors, or anyone who might benefit!

**Disclaimer:** Butte County Senior Connections is sharing this information as a community resource only. We are not organizing, hosting, or affiliated with the distribution. Event details and availability are subject to change. Please contact the organizing agency for questions.

📰 Source: Action News Now, October 13, 2026.

10/14/2026

Sometimes, it's not one big thing. It's a hundred little things that have slowly become too much.

The messages you haven't replied to. The washing that keeps piling up. The appointments you need to make. The things you keep forgetting. The worries that won't leave your head. And everyone needing something from you when you barely have the energy for yourself.

Even the smallest task can start to feel enormous when your mind is already full.

And sometimes, you don't even know where to begin. So you sit there, thinking about everything you need to do, feeling more overwhelmed by the minute.

If this sounds familiar, here's something worth remembering:

You don't have to sort everything out today.

You can take a break without earning it first. You can leave something until tomorrow. You can ask for help. You can do one tiny thing and let that be enough for now.

Some days, getting through the day is an achievement in itself.

You are allowed to slow down, even when life isn't slowing down around you. 💜

FREE THINGS YOU CAN DO WHEN YOU FEEL OVERWHELMED POSTER

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10/14/2026

How to teach not to hit others

10/14/2026

We’ve been DYING to open a Chico location so you can drop off applications for utility assistance without having to travel to Oroville!

Limited availability of UA staff in Chico every other Wednesday by appointment only. Call 530-712-2600 opt. 1 to schedule an appointment and get the address. See you there!

10/09/2026

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So excited to be in partnership with these amazing folks! Especially the one and only Ray Leno