If someone you know needs immediate help with thoughts of suicide, please…

CALL

• 911 if a suicide attempt is underway or there is other immediate possibly life-threatening danger
• Nevada County Crisis Line at 530-265-5811
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988

The Nevada County Public Health Department’s Suicide Prevention Education Program seeks to reduce the factors that increase suicide risk while increasing the factors that protect people from suicide. We do this through:

• Outreach, education and training about suicide prevention
• Coordinating the Suicide Prevention Task Force, a community collaborative working to reduce suicides in Western Nevada County
• Participate in and support the Tahoe-Truckee Suicide Prevention Coalition

Learn more about the warning signs of suicide and how to reach out to someone you're concerned about. The Suicide Prevention Education program offers:

• Suicide Prevention Resources
• Local Suicide Prevention Trainings
  
  

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov…

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Western Sierra Medical Clinic provides comprehensive primary medical care services for all members of the family, from infants to the elderly.

Services include:

• Addiction management and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Children’s medical services (pediatrics)
• Covid-19 vaccines
• Diabetes care
• Maternity health unit
• Family and internal medicine
• Pharmacy services
• Teen clinic
• Podiatry
• Women's health
• Chiropractic
• Nutrition
• Case management
  
  

Web pages

• Home - https://wsmcmed.org/
• Medical care - https://wsmcmed.org/services/medical/
• Pediatrics - https://wsmcmed.org/services/medical/pediatrics/
• Women's Health - https://wsmcmed.org/services/medical/womens-health/
• Grass Valley Old Tunnel Location (Main Campus) - https://wsmcmed.org/grass-valley/
• Grass Valley Glasson (Women's Health) - https://wsmcmed.org/grass-valley/ (scroll down page)
• Auburn Location - https://wsmcmed.org/locations/auburn/
• Downieville Location - https://wsmcmed.org/locations/downieville/
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The 211 Connecting Point Contact Center can refer people to other 211 call centers in California and around the USA.

Find contact centers around the United States here.

You can also call 866-FIND-211 (866-346-3211) to find your county's 211 in California. Your call can be transferred to your local 2-1-1.

(Note: If you work at a 2-1-1 in California and would like your county to route appropriately through the 866-find-211 phone line, please contact Eve Hamilton at ehamilton@icfs.org.)

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California 211 Direct Phone Numbers
2‑1‑1 is a free telephone number providing access to local community services. 2‑1‑1 is available in multiple languages, allowing people access to information and to obtain referrals for resources such as physical and mental health, housing, utility, food, transportation, employment assistance, and suicide and crisis interventions. 2‑1‑1 also provides disaster preparedness, response, and recovery during declared emergencies.
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LabCorp COVID-19 testing information is at https://www.labcorp.com/coronavirus-disease-covid-19​

All tests, including COVID-19, must be ordered by a physician or other healthcare provider.

LabCorp does not collect specimens for diagnostic COVID-19 testing to see if you have the virus.
LabCorp does collect specimens for COVID-19 antibody testing for people who had the virus and are no longer experiencing symptoms.

LabCorp offers two kinds of COVID-19 tests

• Active infection swab test - https://www.labcorp.com/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/individuals/infection-test. Includes a self-collection option which is then mailed to lab for results.
• Antibody blood test - https://www.labcorp.com/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/individuals/antibody-test

FAQs - https://www.labcorp.com/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/individuals/faqs​

Find LabCorp Locations - https://www.labcorp.com/labs-and-appointments-advanced-search
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The Nevada County Relief Fund was established in April 2020 to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis. The fund now serves as a single “Emergency Relief Fund” to provide relief to Nevada County residents following the official declaration of a local emergency. The Nevada County Relief Fund is under the fiscal sponsorship of the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation. (CommonSpirit Health).

Web pages

• Home - https://nevcorelief.org/
• FAQs - https://nevcorelief.org/faq/

Interfaith Food Ministry, in a partnership with SpeeDee Carts, offers food home delivery to eligible people. Qualifying clients include seniors, people with disabilities, and people who have tested positive for COVID-19 and are in isolation.

When? Every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th week of the month

For information and eligibility screening, call Interfaith Food Ministry at 530-273-8132.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.interfaithfoodministry.org/

This is a Ready to Grow (R2G) resource. Ready to Grow is a First 5 Nevada County program to connect children 0-5 with services and information that support their well-being. Organizations with programs that have this R2G tag may have additional programs of interest to families.

The Community Connection Center helps to ensuring that every Grass Valley School District student receives the support they need to succeed. By connecting families with essential resources and addressing barriers to success, we aim to help every student reach their full potential.

Services offered

• Food Pantry - Non-perishable items are available year-round, and fresh produce can be obtained weekly during the school year by appointment.
  
• Diapers - available in multiple sizes.
• Oral Hygiene Supplies - available for youth and adults.
• COVID-19 Supplies - Including tests, masks, and hand sanitizer.
• Technology Access - Free Wi-Fi and access to laptops.
  
• Referrals - Connections to Grass Valley and Nevada County services.
  
• Workshops and Support Groups - Weekly meetings, clubs, and support sessions.
• Therapy Services - Clinical counseling available.

Community Connection Center only serve families from the Grass Valley School District. However, Their workshops, classes, and events are open to the public.

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During the coronavirus outbreak, the Center for the Arts is posting decisions about whether or not they are going ahead with events here: https://thecenterforthearts.org/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/

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Provides multiple performance and visual arts experiences, youth arts education programs; offers spaces for rent for concerts, meetings, film screenings, book signings and private parties. 

Medicare provides a health insurance plan for people who are 65 or older. People who are disabled or have permanent kidney failure may enroll at any age. Medicare has several parts: hospital insurance, medical insurance, and a prescription drug benefit. Hospital insurance, sometimes called Part A, covers inpatient hospital care and certain follow-up care. Medical insurance, sometimes called Part B, pays for physician services and some other services not covered by hospital insurance. Prescription drug benefit, Part D, is available as well.

Call 1-800-633-4227 (1-800-MEDICARE) for additional information or visit www.medicare.gov

Find nearby locations: https://www.ssofficelocation.com/auburn-social-security-office-so66

Find providers who take Medicare: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/
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FREE COVID-19 AT HOME TEST KITS FOR MEDICARE RECIPIENTS with Part B, including those enrolled in a Medicare Advantage program. This program started April 4, 2022,… [read more]

Administers the federal Social Security Program and assists clients applying for retirement, survivors benefits, disability, Supplementary Security Income (SSI), and Medicare benefits.

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During COVID-19: Services are available by phone (866-931-6087) or online at www.ssa.gov/onlineservices. SSA office is only providing limited, dire need, in-person services by appointment only. Call the SSA office to see whether your service needs can be met over the phone or if you'll need assistance in person.

Over the phone services can include applications for Disability, Retirement, and SSI. Prepare to provide your Social Security number as that may be needed.

Websites:

• Access SSA services online - www.ssa.gov/onlineservices
• Find nearby locations - https://www.ssofficelocation.com/auburn-social-security-office-so66