LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – A new effort to help community members is gaining steam on Facebook.

The “Pay it Forward Lake County” Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/Payitforwardlakecountyca/, formed recently as a way to lend a helping hand to those in need or to offer simple kindnesses to others.

“This group is being created as a means for change. One person, family, circumstance at a time … You may be just one person in this world, but to one person, at one time, you are the world. Imagine if each individual looked for the opportunity to help others each day. Imagine the difference that would make,” wrote Janice Hodges, one of the group's founders.

The page offers ideas on how to help and allows people to share ideas.

Community members can email the group at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if they wish to nominate a family or individual for help.