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This week our Hartnell College NOC club did a Draw the Emotion activity.

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The emotions were deeper than the usual sad, angry, happy. They collaborated on some deeper emotions, and they were randomly assigned the emotion to give an artistic aspect. Some of the emotions were rejection, attraction, and insecure.

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Trust your instincts. Here’s some advice on what to say when you’re worried about a friend.

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Youth from all over California share what it’s like to get help when they were in crisis

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If you are feeling overwhelmed, clear your mind and watch this live stream. Listen to the waves, watch the waves change colors, focus on any other sounds you hear in the stream. Smell the ocean, breathe, it will be okay.

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Ocean Ambience 4K (LIVE 24/7). Tropical Beach & Ocean Waves Sounds. Maldives InterContinental

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Hours

Mon - Fri:
11 am - 8 PM/pacific time
2 PM - 11 PM/eastern time

Sat:
9 AM - 2 PM/pacific time
Noon - 5 PM/eastern time

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Connect with a trained LGBTQIA+ peer support volunteer to have an online conversation without fear of talking out loud and others hearing.

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“There’s always another move.” For the days you feel alone, youth share who you can ask for help.

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Now Matters Now hosts free, online peer support meetings throughout the week. These meetings offer a place to connect. Members share their stories, practice evidence-based coping skills together, and learn from one another. Everyone is welcome, exactly as they are. You can choose to join without audio or video.

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No matter the kind of emotional hell you’re in right now, there’s a way through

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There are many different kinds of skills that you can learn that can be beneficial to you.

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No matter the kind of emotional hell you’re in right now, there’s a way through

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When you’re feeling emotionally overwhelmed, Stop Drop and Roll.

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Stop, Drop, Roll: Steps for being "On Fire" emotionally

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Three steps for  Emotional Fires. Particularly when they accompanied an overwhelming Urge to Kill Yourself. 

Emotional Fires: 
-Stop (Shut it down with Cold Water)
-Drop (No Important Decisions)
-Roll (Eye Contact)

See more: https://www.nowmattersnow.org/help-line

See also: https://vimeo.com/360832596

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This is an online platform that allows you to join groups and get help NOW! These groups are 100% no cost, just sign up and talk to someone!

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Suicidal thoughts, substance problems?Problems that feel unsolvable...We’ve been there.NowMattersNow.org hacks suffering Learn More

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There are many things we encounter that we have no control over. It is important to recognize those things and let it go. This is a great way to start recognizing those things we just cannot control.

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Journaling is a great way to reflect and great for emotional release. This is a great activity for both of those!

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Feeling overwhelmed and don't know what to do? This could be a good way for insight and coping techniques. Even if you don't have dice, here's a free generator: Roll A Die

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This 51-hour training covers topics such as crisis intervention, advocacy, community resources, systems collaboration, and best practices for supporting survivors of sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse, as well as their significant others.

We are currently accepting applications for our Spring 2026 Sexual Assault Advocate Training beginning in February 2026. Our Fall 2026 Sexual Assault Advocate Training will begin in September 2026.

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Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center (MCRCC) as a Sexual Assault Counselor. This vital role offers you the opportunity to support survivors of sexual violence and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Training Overview

Our state-certified Sexual Assault Counselor Training is offered twice a year. The training spans five weeks and consists of twelve sessions.

This 51-hour training covers topics such as crisis intervention, advocacy, community resources, systems collaboration, and best practices for supporting survivors of sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse, as well as their significant others.

We are currently accepting applications for our Spring 2026 Sexual Assault Advocate Training beginning in February 2026. Our Fall 2026 Sexual Assault Advocate Training will begin in September 2026. Our training consists of twelve sessions-three on Saturdays (full days from 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM) and nine sessions on Mondays & Wednesdays (from 06:00 - 09:00 PM). This training is being facilitated remotely via a hybrid model; some sessions are in person and others are conducted via Zoom. If potential volunteers have accessibility concerns with the remote platform, please reach out to ashleym@mtryrapecrisis.org, and Ashley, our Crisis Intervention Services Specialist, will work to address them. Thank you for your interest, we look forward to speaking with you soon!

Sessions are held in the evenings on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, depending on classroom availability.

Three Saturday sessions are also included, which may be rescheduled to accommodate MCRCC's holiday observances.

Training follows a hybrid format, with a mix of in-person and virtual sessions conducted via Zoom, our preferred online platform

To be eligible, applicants must:

Volunteers are required to:

831-375-4357
ashleym@mtryrapecrisis.org

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Volunteer Advocate Training | The Monterey County Rape Crisis Center

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Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center (MCRCC) as a Sexual Assault Counselor. This vital role offers you th…

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Phone Number: (831) 424-4357

If you are seeking advocacy or support, please know you are not alone—our team is here to treat you with care and respect. Contact us anytime via our 24/7 helpline 831-424-4357 or 831-375-4357.

Reporting Options: Reporting Options | The Monterey County Rape Crisis Center

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We're Here For You | The Monterey County Rape Crisis Center

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24 HOUR HELPLINE: (831) 375-4357 * (831) 424-4357 Our website is undergoing maintenance, but we are still here to support you. Our Mission: The Monter ...

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Trans Lifeline connects trans people to the community support and resources we need to survive and thrive.

Crisis Line: (877)565-8860

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific

11 AM – 7 PM Mountain

12 PM – 8 PM Central

1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

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Our Youth Outpatient Program is designed for ages 12–17 who are navigating substance use and related challenges. We provide compassionate, structured, and evidence-based care while allowing youth to remain connected to home, school, and their community.

Phone Number: (831) 758-0181

Location: 130 W. Gabilan Street
Salinas, CA 93901

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Youth Outpatient Program You can try to do this on your own, but why do it alone when there are people who can help you? Reaching out isn’t weakness, it takes strength.”– Ricky, 21 Program Highlights Each youth receives individualized treatment that reflects […]

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Learn how to find your support within the Black community

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Therapist Dr. Joy Harden Bradford discusses her book Sisterhood Heals: The Transformative Power of Healing in Community. Dr. Joy (host of the podcast, Therapy for Black Girls) talks with Bree Campbell (On Our Minds, Season 4 co-host) about sisterhoods, how to create a friend circle, and why boys and young men need supportive friend groups as well.

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Real Talk on Friend Groups with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford of Therapy for Black Girls

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Therapist Dr. Joy Harden Bradford discusses her book Sisterhood Heals: The Transformative Power of Healing in Community. Dr. Joy (host of the podcast, Therapy for Black Girls) talks with Bree Campbell (On Our Minds, Season 4 co-host) about sisterhoods, how to create a friend circle, and why boys and young men need supportive friend groups as well.

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Mindfulness Journal Pages for Emotional Healing and Growth

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This video explains what everyday mindfulness is, and how being aware of what is going on around you and inside of you can help make life more enjoyable and less stressful.

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Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

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The U.S. Surgeon General’s advice to his teenage self (Part 1)
Teen mental health is one of the U.S. Surgeon General’s top priorities. In part one of two, Bree and James talk with the Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, about his mental health as a teenager and tips for combating loneliness and isolation

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The U.S. Surgeon General's advice to his teenage self (Part 1)
Teen mental health is one of the U.S. Surgeon General's top priorities. In part one of two, Bree and James talk with the Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, about his mental health as a teenager and tips for combating loneliness and isolation. Click here for this episode's transcript.

Have a question or message for On Our Minds? Fill out this form.

This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske with help from Associate Producer Jaylah Moore-Ross. Frankie St. Pierre Nelson from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode. Season 4 was produced in collaboration with KUOW's RadioActive Youth Media.

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The U.S. Surgeon General's advice to his teenage self (Part 1) Teen mental health is one of the U.S. Surgeon General's top priorities. In part one of two, Bree and James talk with the Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, about his mental health as a teenager and tips for combating loneliness and isolation.

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In this episode, Ashley, Tyler, and student reporters discuss their personal experiences with being in nature and its benefits

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How nature helps you get outside of yourself

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In this episode, Ashley, Tyler, and student reporters discuss their personal experiences with being in nature and its benefits. Click here for this episode’s transcript.

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In this episode, Tyler and Ashley hear from students and psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour about how teens can manage their time and improve their mental health.

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In this episode, Tyler and Ashley hear from students and psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour about how teens can manage their time and improve their mental health. Click here for this episode’s transcript.

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New York Times reporter Matt Richtel talks with Ashley and Tyler about why there’s a teen mental health crisis and the benefit of putting experiences into words (…which is what we do at On Our Minds!).

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New York Times reporter Matt Richtel talks with Ashley and Tyler about why there's a teen mental health crisis and the benefit of putting experiences into words (...which is what we do at On Our Minds!). Click here for this episode's transcript.

This episode was produced by Student Reporting Labs Youth Media producer Briget Ganske.

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Why teens today face drastically different risks than other generations

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New York Times reporter Matt Richtel talks with Ashley and Tyler about why there's a teen mental health crisis and the benefit of putting experiences into words (...which is what we do at On Our Minds!). Click here for this episode's transcript.

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Students at I Promise School in Akron, Ohio interview one of the greatest basketball stars of all time: LeBron James!

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Students at I Promise School in Akron, Ohio interview one of the greatest basketball stars of all time: LeBron James! Watch a longer video of their conversation with LeBron James here.

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On Our Minds hosts Noah and Zion explore the stigma around mental health and share personal stories about social anxiety and combating panic attacks from teens in Michigan and Texas. This episode includes actress Asia Jackson describing how she copes with anxiety and depression and features tips from adolescent health…

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On Our Minds hosts Noah and Zion explore the stigma around mental health and share personal stories about social anxiety and combating panic attacks from teens in Michigan and Texas. This episode includes actress Asia Jackson describing how she copes with anxiety and depression and features tips from adolescent health physician Dr. Hina Talib on […]

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Make your space safe

Ask a trusted adult to help remove items that could be used to harm yourself, like medication, rope, string, sharp objects, and/or firearms.

You can ask friends or family to help you.

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Breathe in for a count of 4, hold for 7 seconds, then breathe out for 8 seconds. Repeat

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Focus on the water's temp.

How it feels on your fingertips, palms, the backs of you hands

Does it feel the same in each part of your hand?

Use warm water first, now try cold. Next try cold first, then warm.

Does it feel different to switch from cold to warm water versus warm to cold?

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Using your phone, tablet, T.V., and more can increase stress levels. It lowers psychological well-being in kids and adults, and has a negative effect on sleep.

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A nonprofit, after school art studio and mentorship program for high school and college artists.

Mission: Is to inspire creativity, kindness, and confidence in our youth through artistic expression and mutual respect. Do. Art. Be kind.https://www.yacstudios.org/about

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https://www.thetrevorproject.org

Call: 1-866-488-7386

Text: Start to 678678

for 24/7 information and suicide prevention resource for LGBTQ youth.

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https://harmony-at-home.org/programs/teen-programs/

Teen program

Support youth in breaking cycles of violence and abuse since its beginnings. Focus on helping children and youth envision the possibilities and opportunities that they can experience in their lives.

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Harmony At Home has year round support for youth who have experienced trauma on many levels. We have developed programs that focus on helping children and youth envision the possibilities and opportunities that they can experience in their lives. They are encouraged to look at the importance of the choices they make today, and how those choices will affect their futures.

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Mission:

Invest in all young people facing challenges for success through diploma education. vocational training, counseling and life skills development in a safe and affirming environment.

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Empowers at risk and system involved youth ages 16-24 to flourish by connecting them to community resources that provide opportunities for equity and hope in Monterey County.

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Soluna helps you find free or reduced-cost services like food pantries, housing, financial assistance, and more.

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Soluna offers professional over-the-phone coaching in 19 languages. Just click the chat icon to create an account and gain access to free telecoaching session.

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Trust your instincts. Here’s some advice on what to say when you’re worried about a friend.

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Some Steps Include:

Call and keep your friend on the line

try to find out their location and what means/methods they're planning to use

try to contact their parent(s)/guardian. If you don't feel comfortable reaching out, consider asking your own parent(s)/guardian

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The Seneca mobile response team is a service for children and youth up to 21 years of age and their families.

Call:

1-831-687-4379

Available:

24/7 and confidential

Service:

English and Spanish

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Mobile Crisis Response Team – Seneca Family of Agencies

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Kinship Center announced it is launching Monterey County Mobile Crisis Response Team, a team of mental health professionals providing same-day crisis intervention to youth experiencing an immediate crisis. The program provides services to low-income and at-risk community members, as it is designed to help high-risk youth with Medi-Cal or no insurance. The hotline number is (831) 687-4379 and anyone in Monterey County can use this service.

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if you are experiencing a mental health crisis that does not require urgent response contact the Community Crisis Line of Monterey County

Phone:

1-866-615-1060

Available:

24/7

Services:

Spanish and English

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Walking for a hike or at the beach even around your neighborhood can help. Interacting with nature can deepen our well-being.

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https://neverabother.org/stories/

Click on the link above and listen to real-life stories about 9 different people who have experienced suicidal thoughts, who they reached out and how they healed or were friends to someone.

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A non-profit animal welfare organization providing services for over 12,000 animals a year.

Volunteer Opportunities Includes:

Adoption center

Barn

Benefit shop

Foster Friends

Doggy Day out

Hug a pet

Veterinary Clinic Assistant

Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation

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Our hundreds of volunteers donate thousands of hours every year, providing essential support to our programs and services that help all animals in need.

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Soluna also offers a digital journal, to write down ideas, vent, and many more

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Teens can talk to another teen by texting "TEEN" to 839863 from 6 pm-9 pm or call 800-852-8336 from 6pm - 10pm

https://www.teenline.org

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Youth Ages: 12-24

Can call or text 1-800-843-5200

Chat online as well

24/7 crisis support

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The California Youth Crisis Line is proud to be a program of the California Coalition for Youth
Youth can always call or text the California Youth Crisis Line, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at:
The California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL) operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week as the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis. Professionally trained staff and volunteer counselors respond to 17,000 calls annually with crisis intervention counseling and resource referrals to service providers in the caller's local community. We have access to more than 5,500 free or low-cost resources for youth and families across California. For 34 years, we have listened to hundreds of thousands of youth and families in crisis from all over California about many struggles. Thoughts of suicide, depression, bullying, health and identity questions, trauma, human trafficking or any teen-related struggle are discussed with a crisis counselor in confidence and without judgment. We do not provide advice. We listen with compassion. If you or someone you know is experiencing any type of teen-related struggle or crisis, please call 1-800-843-5200. Translation services are available for multiple languages. The California Youth Crisis Line program and the California Coalition for Youth are proud members of Child Helpline International and the North America Alliance of Child Helplines.
What is a crisis anyway?
Anytime you are feeling misunderstood or overwhelmed and needing to talk to someone about what's happening, especially before you run away or cause harm to yourselves or others. Call us first to learn how to handle your current and/or future crises.
What youth and families can/do talk to us about:
- Family Conflict - Depression or Sadness - Assault and Exploitation - Dating Issues - Dating Violence - Running Away - Homelessness - Gang Involvement - Self-Harm - Suicide - Sexual Identity - Sexual Orientation - Bullying - Most (if not all) School Problems - Most (if not all) Topics Involving Youth - And more...
We Offer Referrals For Help With (but not limited to):
- Shelter - Counseling - Drug Abuse - Birth Control - Pregnancy Testing - Pregnancy Care - STI Testing/Care - HIV Testing/Care - Legal Assistance - Transportation - Reporting a Crime or Abuse - And much more...

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The California Youth Crisis Line is proud to be a program of the California Coalition for Youth The California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL) operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week as the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis.

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Reach out to someone you trust

focus on getting through the next few minutes

Make your space safe

Distract yourself

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Soluna offers these resources to help and support your mental health through the app.

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5-4-3-2-1 Coping techniques for anxiety

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9-8-8 calls help people in emotional distress or experiencing a suicidal crisis.

All calls are confidential.

Available 24/7

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Call to speak to an ACCESS representative who can help you find the right service for you or someone you care about.

Line: 1-88-256-6029 (24/7)

Available in English and Spanish

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Megan Thee Stallion's mental health journey has her taught that it is okay to ask for help.

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Megan Thee Stallion wants you to know you are “Never A Bother”

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Program:

Runaway & Homeless Youth Helpline

Phones:

Main: (831) 241-0914 (24/7)

Alternate: (831) 373-4421

Email:

info@chservices.org

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Community Human Services - Community Human Services

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Program:

Mobile Crisis Response Teams (MRT)

Phones:

Main Number: (831) 687-4379 (24/7)

Alternate Number: (877) 305-8989 (24/7)

Email:

montereymrteferrals@senecacenter.org

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Seneca Family of Agencies – Unconditional Care

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Seneca is committed to advancing and improving the systems in which we work. Our commitment to innovation takes many forms, and includes providing an integrated continuum of care defined by the highest standards of practice; information sharing and training through the Seneca Institute for Advanced Practice; cutting-edge research and evaluation efforts; local and state-level advocacy and policy engagement; developing cross-sector partnerships to strengthen service delivery for children and families, and more. learn more

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A campaign that helps a friend and yourself.

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A Free Mental Health Glow-Up App. https://solunaapp.com