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"All you need is the plan, the road map, and the courage to press on to your destination." - Earl Nightingale 

Mark your calendars now, because you're definitely not going to want to miss this one. One of our most anticipated annual events, Sportsman's Day is hosted at Lake Francis Resort and features family-friendly activities like an archery shoot, live auction, raffle, BBQ lunch, fishing tournament, and much more!

Many of our EA locations often host and/or participate in local events near them, so check back often for updates!  February February 24, 8am - 5pm, Capay Valley Almond Festival: A tradition since 1915, this event is perfect for the whole family. Stop by the EA Family booth while you're there and say hello! For more information, visit the event page. March No events listed April

This month we're pleased to feature Gina Dwyer as our employee of the month! Before joining the EA team as one of our amazing Social Workers, Gina taught sex education and empowerment to young women living in the inner city in Los Angeles. Read on to learn more about what her best day on the job looks like, how she practices self-care, and more!

This month our selection for February's leadership spotlight is Russ Hansen! After spending many years in the mental health field, he brought his wealth of experience and knowledge to the EA team. Read on to learn more about his early life, the advice he'd give to those interested in working with foster youth, and more!

One of the more challenging aspects of parenting is deciding how to best help kids develop healthy habits. Establishing positive routines early in life is incredibly important, and can help prepare your kids for a healthy, successful future. Below are a few ideas to get them started off on the right foot, and get the whole family involved!

This month we're pleased to feature Laurie Roach as January's employee of the month. Read on to learn more about what made her want to join the EA team, what her best day on the job looks like, and more! What led you to EA, and what originally interested you in the company?

  "A word of encouragement from a teacher to a child can change a life. A word of encouragement from a spouse can save a marriage. A word of encouragement from a leader can inspire a person to reach her potential." - John C. Maxwell

We're pleased to feature our Office Manager Supervisor, Kathy Roddy, for our first leadership spotlight piece of 2019! By working in hardware stores her father owned and/or managed since the age of 10, Kathy developed a strong work ethic at an early age. As an adult, she worked as a bookkeeper for an insulation subcontractor, a position she stayed in for 12 years. 

This month we're excited to feature our Transitional Housing Program Director Anna Garrison for our leadership spotlight! Originally from Nevada County, CA, Anna had several experiences early in life that contributed to her success with EA. Read on to learn more about how she found her way to EA Family Services, her advice to those interested in working with foster youth, and more!