Nationwide & Local Support
Crisis Resources
If you or someone you know is experiencing an emergency or life-threatening situation, please call 911 immediately for assistance. Our Students' and Families' safety is our top priority.
HelpCentral
HelpCentral.org is a resource hub designed to connect individuals and families in Butte County, California, with vital social services. It serves as a directory for finding assistance with a range of needs, including housing, food, health care, and financial support. The platform aims to streamline access to local resources, making it easier for residents to find the help they need. Additionally, HelpCentral.org collaborates with various community organizations to ensure that its listings are comprehensive and up-to-date, supporting the well-being of the region’s vulnerable populations.
24/7 Homeless Emergency Action Response Team (HEART)
1-877-4-RUN-AWAY or 1-877-4-786-2929
24/7 Disaster Distress Helpline
1-800-985-5990 or TEXT TalkWithUs to 66746
Community Connections
Paradise Parks & Rec
PRPD maintains 73 acres of developed park land and another 358 acres of natural open space. Park facilities include swimming pools, fishing pond, play fields, horse arena, archery range, ropes course, walking trails, picnic areas, tennis courts, playgrounds, open use areas, and a recreation center. PRPD offers a wide range of recreation programming, including after school programming, summer camp, preschool activities, youth and adult sports, senior services, aquatics, teen programs, and numerous special events.
Paradise Performing Arts Center
The Paradise Performing Arts Center was built by the community, for the community. Since 1999, the PPAC has provided Paradise a place to hold and celebrate a wide range of community and cultural events.
Rediscover the Ridge
See all the Ridge has to offer with a variety of points of interest. With recreation, relaxation, dining, and history, there’s something for everyone here.
Paradise Library
The mission of the Butte County Library is to provide all individuals, regardless of age, ethnic background, educational or economic level, with free access to ideas, information, and technology.
Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce
Business Directory Search
Events Calendar
Explore Butte County
Events
Merlo Park, Stirling City
Nationwide Links
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is the nationwide mental health hotline in the United States. Call or text to reach a trained crisis counselor.