Ink People Center For the Arts

The Northern California Indian Development Council, also known as NCIDC, is a private, nonprofit organization that offers a range of economic development programs. Established in 1976, it provides job and career counseling and placement services. The organization also conducts disaster assistance and youth obesity prevention and reduction programs. The Northern California Indian Development Council operates American Indian Art and Gift Shop, which assists Indian artists and crafts people by providing retail marketing solutions for their products. The organization offers computer skills development and advocacy services. It maintains a community center for various workshops and meetings. It also conducts vocational training classes for adults. The Northern California Indian Development Council maintains a location in Eureka, Calif.

Established in 1980, Area 1 Agency in Aging develops and provides a wide range of volunteer and caregiver services in Humboldt and Del Norte counties. The A1AA works to find funding sources for the senior community through grants and fundraising. Agency staff provides information at support groups, health fairs, professional organizations and other community groups. Its support programs include need assessment, planning, legislative review and technical assistance. The Agency s registered dietitian offers support and education for nutrition programs. Outreach is an important part of A1AA s service taking information directly to seniors who live in the remote parts of the two Northern California counties. The agency is headquartered in Eureka, Calif.