Empowering Mothers & Families: Family Tree of Change, It Takes a Village

YREKA, CA – On Saturday, May 18th, the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Siskiyou County, in partnership with Siskiyou Community Resource, the County of Siskiyou, and First 5 Siskiyou, hosted a successful community event at the Yreka Community Resource Center. The event aimed to raise awareness about postpartum depression and child safety, providing valuable resources and support for families in the region.

The day featured informative presentations on postpartum depression by Carolin James and Melissa Duke, shedding light on the challenges faced by new mothers and offering strategies for coping and seeking help. Dr. David Marriott, a pediatric physician at Fairchild Medical Center, led engaging safety workshops, equipping parents and caregivers with essential knowledge to protect their children from harm.