Friends For Survival offers a bereavement support group for family and friends after a suicide death, including peer support and education for survivors through monthly meetings, publications, monthly newsletter, and a book lending library.

Zoom meetings are worldwide.  

In-person meetings are in Sacramento & Stockton.  

Web pages

• Home - www.friendsforsurvival.org
• Meetings - https://friendsforsurvival.org/meetings

The Spirit Peer Empowerment Center offers peer-led services and activities for people experiencing mental health challenges, substance use, or housing instability.

Basic needs & support services:

• Naloxone (Narcan) on-site for opioid overdose
• Food, clothing, and period product distribution
• Hot showers (5 per day, 10am-1:30pm; arrive early; ADA-compliant but not roll-in)
• Laundry and clothing closet access
• Assistance with Medi-Cal, CalFresh, and housing applications
• Lifeline phones for eligible Nevada County residents (Wednesdays, 9am-3pm; photo ID and proof of income required)

Recovery & planning groups:

• WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) | 8-week course
• Housing Circle; application support and housing navigation (call 530-274-1431 for schedule)
• Peer support groups for:
  • Co-occurring disorders
  • Identity Diversity (LGBTQ+)
  • Anxiety and depression
  • A Diagnosis with Dignity
  • Men’s and women’s groups

Wellness & creative activities:

• Restorative yoga and guided wellness sessions
• Beading for We…

Sierra Community House provides Crisis Intervention services.  

24-hour Help Line at 800-736-1060.

You may also call the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988. For more resources please visit the Tahoe Truckee Suicide Prevention Coalition at www.tahoelifeline.org.

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Formerly known as Tahoe SAFE Alliance, Sierra Community House’s Crisis Intervention is dedicated to serving victims of intimate partner / domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. All services are free and available in multiple languages. Sierra Community House will not discriminate against anyone based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender, or disability. All of our services are designed to empower victims in reclaiming their rights and to provide the tools individuals and families need on the road to safety and recovery.

GET HELP NOW: IF SOMEONE IS HURTING YOU…

VIP ManAlive offers Peer Re-Education classes for men to gain an awareness of and learn how to recover from being emotionally, verbally and physically abusive and violent and/or controlling.

A sliding scale class fee is available. No obligation to check out first class. Addresses Anger Management problems, and meets Placer County’s probation requirements for a Domestic Violence 52-week program. Call for current class locations and times.

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Web pages

• Home - https://www.vip-manalive.com/

Wellness and Recovery Center provides recovery‑oriented group and individual support for adults with serious mental health conditions or co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Services include therapy groups, skill‑building activities, peer support, and individualized recovery planning. 

Services provided:

• Recovery and Rehabilitation services
• Mental Health Support
• Education and Life Skills 
• Social and Community Integration
• Navigation and Support Services

Web pages

• Home - https://www.sutter.gov/government/county-departments/health-and-human-services/sutter-yuba-behavioral-health
• Wellness and Recovery Center - https://www.sutter.gov/government/county-departments/health-and-human-services/adult-services-branch/adult-mental-health-services/wellness-and-recovery