988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, and suicide prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved one. (The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline was formerly called the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.)

CALL OR TEXT
English: 988
Spanish / Español: 888-628-9454

CHAT 
https://988lifeline.org/chat

VETERANS
Service members, Veterans, and their families may call 988 or 800-273-8255 for English or for Spanish: 888-628-9454 and choose extension 1 to be connected with the Veterans Crisis Line.
Text 838255
Chat online at veteranscrisisline.net

LGBTQ+
To connect to specialized support for LGBTQ+ people under the age of 25, you may call 988 for English or for Spanish: 888-628-9454 and choose extension 3.

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As of July 16, 2022, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached by calling or texting 988. The 10-digit Lifeline number 1-800-273-TALK (8255) will continue to be operational a… [read more]

Provides a support system to elderly and dependent adults who may be subject to neglect, physical abuse or exploitation, or who are unable to protect their own best interests. 

Conducts timely and thorough investigations to determine the validity of allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Investigates reports made on individuals who live outside of licensed homes or facilities. Offers comprehensive assessments and identification of root causes to achieve a thorough understanding of overall situations. Creates comprehensive service plans which may include referrals to other community agencies and provides preventive and supportive services in an effort to prevent abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation against elderly persons and adults with disabilities.

Any individual in crisis can text "LISTEN" to 741741 to begin a free and confidential chat by text 24/7.

Issues might involve:

• Thoughts about hurting oneself
• Depression, grief or loss
• Violence, rape, or abuse
• Drugs or alcohol
• Being bullied

The Alex Project provides outreach materials to promote texting when in need of support.

Please email info@alexproject.org to request an order of helpline cards.

The Alzheimer's Association seeks to eliminate Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia through:

• Research
• Connecting people to research studies through TrialMatch
• Advocates for policies and laws that support individuals with dementia and their caregivers
• Raises awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
• Safety services
• Care and support for individuals with all forms of dementia (or mild cognitive impairment), family, friends and professional caregivers through a Helpline (800-272-3900, 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week)
• Care consultations
• Education workshops
• Conferences
• Support groups for caregivers and a group for persons with Alzheimer's or other dementias in the early stage
• Written and online materials in multiple languages
• Respite grants

California HOPE (CalHOPE) delivers crisis phone support and a warm line for communities impacted by a national disaster. This is a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP) funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)​, and run by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). 

CalHOPE builds community resiliency and helps people recover from disasters through free outreach, crisis counseling, and support services.

Includes the 24/7 CA Peer-Run Warm Line for Coronavirus (COVID-19) Support: https://www.mentalhealthsf.org/. Call 855-845-7415 or chat. https://www.mentalhealthsf.org/peer-run-warmline/ Note: As of March 2022, it is not yet known if funding for this service will be renewed.

Services include:

• Individual and Group Crisis Counseling and Support
• Individual and Public Education
• Community Networking and Support​
• Connection to Resources
• Media and Public Service Announcements
• CalHOPE Warm Line: 833-317-HOPE (…

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CALL 888-456-9380 or 530-273-4291

Responds to child abuse and neglect 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Reports may be made at any time. All referrals are promptly investigated.
 

Children's System of Care is one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

Placer CSOC meets the behavioral needs of at-risk children and their families, through a comprehensive and integrated team of Mental Health, Child Welfare, Probation, Education, Substance Abuse, Public Health nursing professionals and family youth advocates.

Eligibility for Placer Children’s Behavioral Health services includes full scope Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Those who do not meet eligibility criteria are assessed on an individual basis.

Services include:

• Assessment and referral for mental health services
• Evaluation and response of suspected child abuse reports
• Foster youth educational assistance (Placer County Office of Education)
• Adoptions and Resource Family Approval placements
• Child welfare services
• Juvenile probation citation hearings
• Family supportive services
• Substance use screening and referrals

Family and Children’s Services may be reached by dialing 916-872-6549 or Toll Free… [read more]

To receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year...

• CALL1-800-273-8255 and Press 1
• CHAT online at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat
• TEXT 838255

Connects primarily Veterans and service members in crisis and their families and friends with qualified Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text.

The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care. The caring, qualified responders at the Veterans Crisis Line are specially trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances.

The National Disaster Distress Helpline is a multilingual, confidential helpline that offers crisis support services available to all U.S. disaster survivors or responders, 24/7, 365 days a year.

To connect with a trained crisis counselor:

• Call 1-800-985-5990
• Text TalkWithUs to 66746
• For Spanish speaking callers, call 1-800-985-5990 and dial 2 for 24/7 bilingual support.

Crisis counselors provide:

• Crisis counseling for people in emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
  • Examples include: fires, storms, floods, earthquakes, droughts, disease outbreaks, or incidents of mass violence
• Information on how to recognize distress and its effects on individuals and families. 
  • Note: stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster.
• Tips for healthy coping.
• Referrals to local crisis call centers for additional follow-up care and support.

For more information, including access for Spanish speakers and anyone who is d… [read more]

Offers a 24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233). Provides lifesaving tools and immediate support to enable victims to find safety and live lives free of abuse.