Crisis Prevention

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Call 1-800-273-TALK to be connected to a trained crisis counselor. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s website also contains resources for suicide prevention and mental health.

Crisis Text Line

Text “CONNECT” to 741-741 to be connected to a trained crisis counselor. Crisis Text Line’s website also contains resources for depression, anxiety, coronavirus, election stress, and more.

Trevor Project

Call 1-866-488-7386 to be connected to a crisis counselor trained in serving the LGBTQ+ community. Trevor Project’s website also contains resources specific to mental health for LGBTQ+ youth.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Greater San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

The Greater San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of ASFP performs education and outreach on the topic of suicide prevention. ASFP’s website also contains general resources on suicide prevention and mental health.

CalHOPE

Call the CalHOPE Warm Line at 1-833-317-HOPE to be connected to a trained emotional support counselor. CalHOPE is a local crisis prevention resource specific to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Substance Use

Addiction Free CA

Addiction Free CA aims to combat the opioid abuse epidemic in California by providing resources on opioid abuse and helping users locate treatment.

California Society of Addiction Medicine

CSAM provides free resources on addiction and addiction treatment, including a tool to help you locate a physician specializing in addiction medicine.

SAMHSA Treatment Finder

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)’s Treatment Finder can help you find a licensed treatment center or substance use treatment professional near you.

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism - Treatment Navigator

The NIAAA Treatment Navigator is a free resource about the alcohol abuse treatment process, including what to expect and where to find treatment for alcohol abuse.

Housing & Employment

California Department of Social Services - Housing and Homelessness Programs

CDSS offers a number of housing and homelessness programs for California residents, including those specific to the COVID-19 pandemic.

California Shelters and Emergency Housing

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development maintains an up-to-date list of shelters, emergency housing, and support services for Californians in need.

CalVet

California veterans are eligible for a number of social services benefits, including but not limited to housing and healthcare, through CalVet.

CalJOBS

CalJOBS is a digital resource for job-seekers in California to access job listings and career services.

California Labor & Workforce Development Agency - Resources

The Calfornia Labor & Workforce Development Agency offers a variety of resources for employees and job-seekers, including information on disability services and employee rights.

California Employment Development Department

EDD provides services and resources to both employees and unemployed and/or disabled individuals.

General Mental Health

California Mental Health Services Authority

CalMHSA administers a number of statewide programs designed to prevent suicide and improve the mental health of all Californians.

California Department of Healthcare Services - Mental Health Services Division

California DHCS’s Mental Health Services Division manages mental health programs for adults, children, and families and is responsible for administering Medi-Cal related mental health benefits.

Each Mind Matters

Each Mind Matters is California’s Mental Health Movement, offering resources, events, and opportunities to get involved with the fight for better mental health.

National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) California

NAMI California is a local chapter of a national mental health non-profit organization, offering resources for people with mental illnesses, as well as their friends, families, and loved ones.