Churchill County Social Services

10/23/2026

Carlie, Aging & Disability Services Manager at the Life Center, is in our Employee Spotlight this week.

10/21/2026

Free dinner at the Wolf Center on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 5 PM to 6 PM. All are welcome!

10/20/2026

There is more than one “right” way to parent. Keeping children safe, showing affection, listening, providing consistency, and setting limits and boundaries are some of the key elements of good parenting.
Learn more below and at https://medlineplus.gov/parenting.html

The way we parent can shape how our children experience discipline, encouragement, confidence, and connection.

There are four common parenting styles:

Authoritarian parents emphasize control and discipline, but may offer limited warmth. They might punish poor grades while overlooking achievements.

Permissive parents are warm and responsive but set few boundaries. They may accept any grade without addressing the habits or behaviors that could help their child improve.

Neglectful parents provide little guidance, discipline, warmth, or involvement. They may show minimal interest in their child’s schoolwork or overall development.

Authoritative parents combine clear expectations with love, support, and communication. They celebrate good grades while using thoughtful discipline and guidance to help their child grow from challenges.

No parent gets it right all the time. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s awareness. Our children need both boundaries and belonging, accountability and encouragement, structure and love.

Learn more at NIH.gov

The question isn’t, “What kind of parent are you forever?”
It’s, “What does my child need from me today?”

10/16/2026

In our spotlight this week is Lydia, an Office Specialist for Social Services Administration and Essential Services.

10/15/2026

All are welcome TONIGHT for a free Mac & Cheese dinner at Wolf Center Community Services at 457 Esmeralda St. in Fallon. Starts at 5 PM.

If you're in need, the Wolf Center offers these services:
- FOOD PANTRY, Mondays from 10 AM-1 PM
- FREE DINNER, Mondays and Thursdays from 5 PM-6 PM
- FREE BROWN BAG LUNCH, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 AM-1 PM
- FREE SHOWERS & LAUNDRY, Mondays and Tuesdays from 9 AM - 2 PM

10/14/2026

Color Run has been postponed. Stay tuned for the new date.

COLOR RUN ANNOUNCEMENT❗

Due to lower-than-expected turnout, we regret to announce that our Color Run event scheduled for Saturday, October 17th, has been postponed.

We appreciate everyone who showed interest and supported the event. Thank you for your understanding and continued support!

We will share updates regarding the new date as soon as more information becomes available. It will be in the March/April timeframe.

If you have sponsored or registered for the event, we can return your sponsorship/registration or hold it as pre-registered for the new date.

Thank you for your understanding!

10/13/2026

Get crafty and delightfully spooky at the Churchill County Library's FRANKENTOYS event on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 2 PM 👻
Bring your imagination and create a one-of-a-kind monster from old toys and stuffed animals.

10/09/2026

This week's spotlight is on Julie, an Office Specialist for Social Services Administration and Essential Services.

10/08/2026

COLOR RUN/WALK in Fallon on Saturday, Oct. 17! There's still time to join the fun. Find registration details on the Churchill Community Coalition webpage.

WHAT IS IT? Runners begin the family-friendly 5K race wearing a white shirt and throughout the course, runners are coated with a colored powder, creating a work of art in motion! WHO BENEFITS? Youth Programs And Assistance In Our Community.