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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting

At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.

Next, Bundled “All Day” Events

Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling.  Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.

Lastly, Time-Specific Events

So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night.  There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.

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00 – Helpline – SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline @ (800) 985-5990 (Multilingual) or (800) 846-8517 (TTY) – 24/7-Weekdays & Weekends
Apr 15 all-day

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Disaster Distress Helpline

SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.

The Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Who Should Contact the Disaster Distress Helpline?

This crisis support service is for anyone experiencing emotional distress related to disasters such as:

The Disaster Distress Helpline also answers calls and texts related to infectious disease outbreaks, such as the Ebola outbreak, incidents of community unrest, and other traumatic events.

The impact of crises may affect people in different ways. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and risk factors for emotional distress related to natural and human-caused disasters.

The Disaster Distress Helpline is open to everyone. This includes survivors of disasters; loved ones of victims; first responders; rescue, recovery, and relief workers; clergy; and parents and caregivers. You may call for yourself or on behalf of someone else.

Call or Text

From the United States and its territories, call 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor, 24/7. Spanish-speakers can call the hotline and press “2” for 24/7 bilingual support.

Callers to the hotline can also connect with counselors in over 100 other languages via 3rd-party interpretation services; to connect with a counselor in your primary language, simply indicate your preferred language to the responding counselor and she/he will connect to a live interpreter (interpretation in less commonly-spoken languages may require calling back at an appointed time). Learn more and download information about the Disaster Distress Helpline in 30 of the most commonly-spoken languages in the U.S.

To connect with a live DDH crisis counselor 24/7 via SMS, from the 50 states text “TalkWithUs” for English or “Hablanos” for Spanish to 66746. Spanish-speakers from Puerto Rico can text “Hablanos” to 1-787-339-2663.

Texting is subscription-based and only involves a few steps:

  1. Enroll in the service by texting TalkWithUs or Hablanos exactly as written. It’s important to do this before sending your first text message because otherwise the enrollment may fail, and you will not be able to speak with a counselor, or you may accidentally subscribe to another service.
  2. Look for confirmation that your subscription was successful. You will receive a Success! message if it was.
  3. To unsubscribe, text Stop or Unsubscribe to 66746 (or 1-787-339-2663 from Puerto Rico) at any time. For help, text Help to 66746 (or 1-787-339-2663 from Puerto Rico).

Standard text and data message rates will apply when texting from mobile phones. International text and data rates may apply from within U.S. territories and free association nations. SAMHSA will not sell your phone numbers to other parties.

The Disaster Distress Helpline’s TTY number 1-800-846-8517 is available 24/7 to Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, who can also utilize the texting options or their preferred Relay service (including 7-1-1) to connect with the main DDH hotline 1-800-985-5990, 24/7.

DDH Online Peer Support Communities

In an effort to broaden our reach to disaster survivors and emergency responders, the Disaster Distress Helpline has developed online peer support communities through Facebook Groups for those who have experienced a natural or human-caused disaster. These online communities offer opportunities for survivors and responders to connect with others who have experienced similar events, share accurate information and trusted resources, and help one another continue to heal from the effects of a traumatic event.

What Does it Offer?

The purpose of DDH Online Peer Support Communities is to create enhanced opportunities for survivors and responders of disaster to come together for mutual aid and emotional support.

DDH Online Peer Support Communities Also Include:

Trained Peer Supporters

DDH Online Peer Support includes trained peer supporters who assist with group moderation and vetting resources. In addition to community forums, our goal is also to create purposeful discussions lead by peer supporters with specific themes and relevant topics. While each survivor and responder’s experiences are unique, being with peers who have had a similar experience can promote connection, offer new ways of coping, and build a foundation of trust.

Peer support does not take the place of therapy or counseling. The opportunity to provide mutual aid and support to others who have faced similar challenges, when and where they need it, offers hope that healing and recovery is possible after a disaster.

Immediate Crisis Support

All DDH Online Peer Support Communities are monitored 24/7 by a designated DDH crisis center where crisis counselors are available to talk to members who may be in emotional distress and need crisis support. Members can talk to a counselor at any time of the day or night via Crisis Support Over Messenger (CSOM).

Available Communities

Survivors and Responders of the COVID-19 Pandemic 

DDH Online Peer Support Communities offer peer support for anyone who identifies as a survivor or responder of the COVID-19 pandemic. Both survivors and responders can come together for mutual aid, to share trusted resources, and to help one another continue to heal from the effects of a national pandemic. Survivors and responders may include but are not limited to, any healthcare workers, emergency responders, parents/caregivers, educators, individuals who have lost loved ones, people who are dealing with “Long-haul COVID”, those impacted by job loss or economic hardship during the pandemic, and anyone else who has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. DDH-trained Peer Supporters are also available to listen and offer validation and encouragement. Additionally, they provide structured moderation within the community to engage members in meaningful discussions on relevant topics and offer timely and trusted resources. To join our Facebook group dedicated to Survivors and Responders of the COVID-19 Pandemic, click here.

Survivors of Mass Violence

DDH Online Peer Support Communities offer peer support for survivors of mass violence in the United States including mass shootings, terrorist attacks, or other large-scale community violence. Survivors and loved ones who have experienced mass violence can connect with one another and provide emotional support in the aftermath of a mass violence incident, including how to cope with activating events and memorials, self-care strategies, and challenges with daily living. DDH-trained Peer Supporters are available to listen to members, and offer validation and encouragement. They also provide structured moderation to engage members in meaningful discussions on relevant topics and provide timely and trusted resources. If you are a survivor or the loved one of a survivor of mass violence and need support, please join our Facebook group by requesting to be a member here.

Other Inquiries

If you’re not in immediate need of crisis counseling support and would like to contact us for other reasons, send an email. Contact us for:

  • Technical problems. If you encountered a technical problem while trying to contact the Disaster Distress Helpline, please include your name and preferred contact information in your email if you wish to receive a reply.
  • Provider inquiries. Providers with specific inquiries about technical assistance and support, requests for materials, and exploring collaborations are encouraged to send an email.
  • Feedback. To provide feedback about your experience reaching out to the Disaster Distress Helpline, send an email describing your experience and SAMHSA will look into the matter. Please include your name and preferred contact information if you wish to receive a reply.
  • Social media inquiries. Email us with questions about the Disaster Distress Helpline’s use of social media.
  • All media inquiries. Members of the media with questions about the Disaster Distress Helpline are encouraged to call the SAMHSA Media Services Team at 1-240-276-2130.

Our staff appreciate hearing from people about their experiences. SAMHSA takes feedback about our services, whether it is positive or negative, very seriously.

SAMHSA also encourages public promotion of the Disaster Distress Helpline. Anyone can use the Disaster Distress Helpline logo and telephone number on their website and link to the Disaster Distress Helpline’s materials and social media properties.

Call 211 for information about disaster-related evacuations, shelters, food and clothing distribution, volunteer opportunities, and other resources and referrals. Or visit the national 211 Call Center Search website to find the 211 information and referral center nearest you.

Last Updated: 11/11/2019

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01 – Helpline – CTL – Crisis Text Line – Text Connect to 741741, Chat, Whatsapp – 24/7 @ Text Line
Apr 15 all-day

 

CRISIS TEXT LINE

Text Connect to 741741 for free confidential Support

Crisis Text Line serves anyone facing mental health challenges, providing access to free, 24/7, confidential support through communication channels people know and trust.

 

 

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Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message. We spend our days (and nights!) helping texters and how we can reach people in their moments of crisis. And, we couldn’t do it without you! Use these digital assets and printable materials to get the word out about 741741.

What To Know

Before you paint the town 741741, there are a few things you should know about Crisis Text Line. Here’s the nitty-gritty:

What is Crisis Text Line? Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 crisis support by text message.

How does it work? When someone is in crisis, they can text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor who will help them move from a hot moment to cool and calm.

Who are Crisis Counselors? They are trained volunteers who—with the support of full-time Crisis Text Line staff—use active listening, collaborative problem solving, and safety planning to help texters in their moment of crisis.

 

01 – Helpline – STAND! – Stand for Families Free of VIolence – 888-215-555 – 24/7 @ Phone
Apr 15 all-day
01 - Helpline - STAND! - Stand for Families Free of VIolence - 888-215-555 - 24/7 @ Phone

 

Immediate Crisis Support Services

1-888-215-5555

Advocates are available 24/7 on our hotline (888-215-5555) to provide immediate emotional support, safety planning & assessments, screenings for STAND! services, information, and linkages to additional supportive resources.

If unable to call, advocates are also accessible within several community agencies across Contra Costa County  via email ([email protected]).

 

About Us

STAND! For Families Free of Violence is committed to promoting safe and strong families. Our approach to eliminating family violence is well-rounded and community-wide. In addition to providing a complete spectrum of prevention, intervention, and treatment programs, we also enlist the efforts of local residents, partners, and institutions, all of whom are striving with us to stop domestic violence and child abuse.

STAND! is a founding member of the Alliance to End Abuse initiative, a cross-sector organization working to help solve domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. However, we cannot achieve our mission without the help of every individual, every school, every faith community, every neighborhood, and every business.

02 – Family Caregiver – PHP – Parents Helping Parents – Virtual Parent Support Groups – Weekdays and Weekends @ phone
Apr 15 all-day
02 - Family Caregiver - PHP - Parents Helping Parents - Virtual Parent Support Groups - Weekdays and Weekends @ phone

 

 

 

Parents Helping Parents

Virtual Parent Support Groups

Always Free & Confidential

Real people. Real connections. Real compassion.

Parents Helping Parents offers free, confidential, peer-led virtual support groups for caregivers at every stage of the parenting journey.

In our Support Groups, you decide what to talk about in a compassionate and supportive space.

The purpose of our support groups is to create safe spaces where group members share experiences about parenting no matter where they are on the parenting journey. Our groups are free, confidential, and open to anyone who identifies as a caregiver. They are run by volunteer facilitators trained in the Parents Helping Parents Mutual Aid Support Group Model.

These groups are for parents looking for support. To protect emotional safety and trust, observers are not permitted.

Organizer

Parents Helping Parents (PHP)

Parents Helping Parents is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening families and supporting caregivers through free, confidential, peer-led mutual-aid support groups. PHP creates compassionate spaces where parents and caregivers can share experiences, reduce isolation, and build emotional resilience at every stage of the parenting journey.

All support groups are facilitated by trained volunteer leaders using the Parents Helping Parents Mutual Aid Support Group Model.

PHP’s virtual groups are open to anyone who identifies as a caregiver and are designed to be emotionally safe, confidential, and accessible.

Provider Website: https://parentshelpingparents.org

https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

Weekly Online Groups

All times are listed in Pacific Standard Time (PST).

Parents with Children in Foster Care

Mondays 1:30–2:30 PM, Tuesdays 7:00–8:00 AM, Sundays 3:30–4:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/journey-to-reunification

 

Mindful Parenting

Wednesdays 7:00–8:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/mindful-parenting

 

Parenting Preschoolers

Thursdays 8:00–9:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-preschoolers

 

Parenting Teenagers

Tuesdays 5:00–6:00 PM, Fridays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-teenagers

 

Parenting Adult Children

Mondays 5:00–6:00 PM, Saturdays 8:00–9:30 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-adult-children

 

Parenting in Recovery

Wednesdays 5:00–6:00 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-in-recovery

 

Grupo de Apoyo para Padres (Spanish)

Mondays 9:00–10:00 AM, Fridays 5:30–6:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

High Conflict Divorce — Father’s Group

Mondays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

High Conflict Divorce

Fridays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Single Parents

Wednesdays 4:00–5:00 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Father’s Group

Thursdays 9:30–10:30 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Mom’s Group

Saturdays 3:30–4:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting Neurodivergent Children

Tuesdays 4:00–5:00 PM, Thursdays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting Teens with Special Needs

Wednesdays 10:00–11:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting Children with Anxiety & Depression

Mondays 4:30–5:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Military Parents

Tuesdays 5:30–6:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting as a Black Indigenous Person of Color (BIPOC)

Fridays 6:00–7:00 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

PeerGalaxy Disclaimer

PeerGalaxy lists free, publicly accessible virtual events and peer-support opportunities for informational purposes only. PeerGalaxy does not provide medical, psychological, legal, or clinical advice and does not endorse any specific organization or program. Participation in any listed event is voluntary and at the participant’s own discretion. Always verify details directly with the provider, as schedules, facilitators, and access links may change.

 

05 – Helpline – AAC – American Addiction Centers – National Drug Helpline – 24/7
Apr 15 all-day

Call the helpline and put yourself on the path to recovery. Get private, confidential help from trusted professionals day and night.

1-844-289-0879

The National Drug Hotline at (844) 289-0879 is available 24/7 throughout the year. You can call for yourself or your loved one. Seeking help for yourself or a friend or family member can make a big difference.

Your call is always free and 100% confidential, with a trusted advisor who has helped many people just like you. Call for yourself or a loved one. We remain open day and night, 365 days a year to ensure we are there when you are ready to seek help. Call (844) 289-0879 or continue to browse our website for more information.

 

 

05 – Helpline – CTL – Crisis Text Line – How to Cope with Self Harm – Text Connect to 741741 for free confidential support – 24/7 @ Text Line
Apr 15 all-day

 

How to Cope with Self Harm

Text Connect to 741741 for free confidential Support

We all need healthy ways to cope with the hard stuff. We’re here to help you find a healthy alternative to self-harm.

 

 

 

Understanding Self-Harm

For some people, when depression and anxiety lead to a tornado of emotions, they turn to self-harm looking for a release. Self-harm and self-injury are any forms of hurting oneself to cope. Sometimes, when people self-harm, they do not do so as a suicide attempt. Rather, they inflict pain as a way to release painful emotions.

Common Types of Self-Harm

Self-harm can manifest differently for everyone. And, the ways people may inflict harm upon themselves extend far beyond the usual news media references such as cutting. Simply, self-harm is anything and everything someone can do to purposely hurt their body.

Here are some of the most common types of self-injury:

  • Cutting
  • Scratching
  • Burning
  • Carving words or symbols into the skin
  • Hitting or punching oneself (including banging one’s head or other body parts against another surface)
  • Piercing the skin with sharp objects such as hairpins
  • Pulling out hair
  • Picking at existing wounds

Recognizing the Signs of Self-Harm

Stigma creates shame and embarrassment, making it hard for people who self harm to get help. So, look out for yourself and for your pals. If you suspect that someone in your life is doing it, here are some warning signs to keep top of mind:

  • Scars
  • Fresh cuts, burns, scratches, or bruises
  • Rubbing an area excessively to create a burn
  • Having sharp objects on hand
  • Wearing long sleeves or long pants, even in hot weather
  • Difficulties with interpersonal relationships
  • Persistent questions about personal identity
  • Behavioral and emotional instability, impulsiveness, or unpredictability
  • Saying that they feel helpless, hopeless, or worthless

Crisis Text Line can help you deal with self-injury. Text a Crisis Counselor at 741741, or use the mobile text button below.

How to Cope With Self-Harm

Emotions can be really painful sometimes. It’s totally normal to need ways to cope with and process the hard things in your life. If you are using harming yourself to manage your emotions, we’re here for you. And, we want to help keep you safe.

Here are some ways to push through, process, and cope with your emotions.

  • Text someone you trust or a counselor to help you cool down. If you’re dealing with painful emotions, we’re here to help. Send us a text to connect with a real human and strategize healthy coping mechanisms to manage your emotions. Text CONNECT to 741741 to  reach a real human.
  • Get creative.  Did you know that  making art can help people process emotions? So, next time you’re feeling like harming yourself, grab your sharpie and doodle your worries away. A bonus: you can totally suck at it and still reap the same rewards.
  • Meditate or breathe deeply. Keeping yourself safe from self-injury is all about finding healthy alternatives to work through the hard stuff. Researchers found taking time to re-center through meditation to be a powerful way to find your cool and calm. Try using an app like Headspace to get on the meditation bandwagon.
  • Talk to a professional. Self-injury of any form is serious. And, while the intention behind self-injury usually is not death, it can still be dangerous—both physically and emotionally. Talking to someone who can help you find alternatives is incredibly important. Of course, you can start by texting us. Also, consider telling someone you know who can help you connect with a professional.

Why Do People Self-Harm?

Let’s start with this: everyone needs a way to cope with their emotions. People who have turned to hurting themselves as their coping mechanism to manage their emotions.

So, people might self-harm to:

  • Process difficult emotions
  • Distract themselves from their negative feelings
  • Feel something physical, particularly if they are feeling numb
  • Develop a sense of control over their lives
  • Punish themselves for perceived faults
  • Express emotions that they are unable to share

Effects of Self-Harm

Self-harm can be seriously dangerous—physically, emotionally, socially, all of it.

Physical Effects of Self-Harm

  • Permanent scars
  • Uncontrolled bleeding
  • Risk of infection or severe injury

Emotional Effects of Self-Harm

  • Guilt, shame, or emotional numbness
  • A diminished sense of self, including feeling helpless or worthless
  • Addiction to the behavior

Social Effects of Self-Harm

  • Avoiding friends and loved ones
  • Becoming ostracized from loved ones who may not understand
  • Interpersonal difficulty from lying to others about injuries

Recovering from Self-Harm

A lot of people who self-harm do so because they are dealing with painful emotions. If this applies to you—we believe in you and recognize your pain. Because painful emotions are at the root of it, quite often recovering involves addressing emotions.

Breaking away from the cycle of harming yourself can feel like a huge climb. It involves breaking a habit that has once brought comfort from pain. But, it is not impossible. Here are some steps to set you up for success:

  • Understand your triggers. Name your reason for hurting yourself and your reason for quitting. Ask yourself: “What do I feel before, during, and after self-injury? Which of those emotions do I actively seek out, and which are harmful?”
  • Replace harmful behaviors. For example, if you harm yourself for the physical sensation, seek other ways of releasing endorphins, like exercise. For real, try throwing a few punches at a kickboxing class or tapping it back in a spin class with the *perfect* playlist. If you SH to express your emotions, practice expressing them in words by writing them down. Grab a pen and your favorite notebook, or start typing away in your notes app.
  • Address underlying emotions. Explore the feelings that lead you to want to hurt yourself. If it’s guilt, where is that guilt coming from? Maybe try finding a therapist—there are pros trained specifically to help with this.
  • Build a support system. Let a friend, family member, or trusted adult know what you’re going through and that you need their support. Opening up to people can be easier said than done. Here’s a place to start: “I’m having a hard time processing some painful emotions and I could use your support right now.”

Getting healthy—both in your brain and in your body—takes hard work. You got this. And, we believe in you.

Text a Crisis Counselor at 741471 or use the mobile click to text button below.  Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 and confidential. You’re not alone.

 

 

05 – Hotline – Boys Town National Hot Line – A 24/7 crisis, resource and referral number for kids and parents – 1-800-448-3000 – Text VOICE to 20121 @ Phone
Apr 15 all-day

 

 

 

 

 

Increasing Outreach to Teens

Teens are more connected than ever ​before and the Boys Town National Hotline® at 800-448-3000 is right there with them.

In addition to calling, teens can now text VOICE to 20121 or email [email protected] any day, any time to speak with a trained counselor.

Online resources are also available at yourlifeyourvoice.org.

 

05 – Hotline – CTS – Calltosafety Crisis Line – (888) 235-5333 – 24/7 Weekdays and Weekends
Apr 15 all-day
05 - Hotline - CTS - Calltosafety Crisis Line - (888) 235-5333 - 24/7 Weekdays and Weekends

 

 

 

CalltoSaftey

Crisis Line – 24/7

1.888.235.5333

 

What’s it like to call the crisis line?

Call to Safety supports all survivors, and friends, family and community members who care. When you call the crisis line, an advocate will answer your call as quickly as possible. At Call to Safety, we are dedicated to supporting you in empowering yourself as you seek safety and healing. For us, this means providing services that return power and control to you, and promote self-love, self-trust, and self-worth.

Call to Safety advocates will offer you crisis intervention, emotional support, information and referrals to other services. Your advocate will hold a space to truly listen, and respond with compassion and skill. Every caller has access to our international language bank, which can translate any language.

If you’re curious about whether to call or reach out – know we are always here for you. EVERYONE deserves a life free of domestic and sexual violence. Whether you are experiencing violence now or experienced violence long ago, we are here to support you.  We understand that these issues impact people from every race, religion, ability, gender, sexual orientation, and class. We also know that violence can take many forms: emotional abuse, threats of harm, financial control, isolation and blame. Call to Safety is here for all survivors.

 

 

05 – Warmline – AgriStress Helpline – Mental Health Support for Oregon Farmers / Farmworkers – call or text (833) 987-2474 – 24/7 – Weekdays & Weekends @ toll free
Apr 15 all-day
05 - Warmline - AgriStress Helpline - Mental Health Support for Oregon Farmers / Farmworkers - call or text (833) 987-2474 - 24/7 - Weekdays & Weekends @ toll free

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mental health support available 24/7 to Oregon farmworkers

call or text (833) 987-2474

People can call the AgriStress Helpline when they are in a crisis, need resources, are concerned about a loved one or just need someone to talk to. Calls are answered within 30 seconds, and all callers are screened for suicidality and offered a 24-hour follow-up call.

The Oregon AgriStress Helpline is available 24/7. If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text (833) 987-2474. The phone line can be accessed in up to 160 languages with the help of interpreters, and the text line offers English, Spanish and Vietnamese.

The helpline’s crisis specialists understand the culture, values, stressors and lived experiences of agriculture, forestry, and fishing workers. They can also offer local mental health resources specific to these industries.

 

05 – Warmline – Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline – 1-800-422-4453 – Confidential – 24/7 @ text/chat
Apr 15 all-day
05 – Warmline – IOA – Institute on Aging – Friendship Line – 888-670-1360 – 24/7 @ Toll Free Number
Apr 15 all-day
05 - Warmline - IOA - Institute on Aging - Friendship Line - 888-670-1360  -  24/7 @ Toll Free Number

 

 

 

 

Friendship Line

24/7 Emotional Support

Call Us Anytime: 888.670.1360

Day & Time: Daily · 24/7
Platform: Phone
Call Anytime: 888-670-1360

Description

Free, confidential emotional support through friendly conversation, active listening, and crisis intervention. The Friendship Line reduces isolation and offers real human connection—no appointments, applications, or pressure.

Who Is Eligible to Call

  • Adults age 60+

    • Adults with disabilities (any age)

    • Caregivers seeking emotional support or guidance

    Primary service focus is California; callers from outside the state are welcomed.

What’s Available

  • Friendly conversation & emotional support

    • Crisis intervention & suicide prevention

    • Grief and loss support

    • Ongoing outreach / regular check-in calls (by request)

Registration & Provider

Registration Link: https://www.ioaging.org/services/friendship-line/

Provider Website: https://www.ioaging.org

 

 

 

05 – Warmline – IOA – Institute on Aging – Friendship Line – Multiple Languages -Spanish Español, Cantonese 廣東話, Mandarin 普通话, Tagalog, Tiếng Vietnamese Việt, Korean 한국어, Russian Русский – 24/7 @ Toll Free Number
Apr 15 all-day

 

 

 

What the Friendship Line Offers

The Friendship Line was created to challenge the idea that aging means isolation, and to provide warm, personal advice without bureaucratic restraints. We offer connection to those who need emotional support and welcome them into our extended community.

  • 24/7 Toll-Free Emotional Support for older adults and adults with disabilities

  • Friendly conversation, active listening, and compassionate care for caregivers seeking support in California and beyond

  • Crisis intervention and suicide prevention

  • Grief support if you’re experiencing loss

  • Ongoing outreach calls to individuals who request regular check-ins

Every call is answered by a trained team member – whether it’s 2 p.m. or 2 a.m. We’re here because we know connection saves lives.

Who We Serve: Seniors, Adults with Disabilities, and Caregivers in California

  • Adults age 60+

  • Adults living with disabilities of any age

  • Caregivers seeking emotional support and guidance

How to Use the Friendship Line

Just call. No appointment. No application. No pressure.

Get Started

 

05 – Warmline – PHP – Parents Helping Parents – Parent Stress Line – 1-800-632-8188 – 24/7 – Weekdays & Weekends @ phone
Apr 15 all-day
05 - Warmline - PHP - Parents Helping Parents - Parent Stress Line - 1-800-632-8188 - 24/7 - Weekdays & Weekends @ phone

 

 

Parent Stress Line

1-800-632-8188

Free, Confidential & Anonymous

The Parent Stress Line offers a safe place for parents and caregivers to talk about the challenges of raising children and receive kindness, understanding, and the non-judgmental support needed to help prevent a situation from escalating into a crisis. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

 

988 – Suicide and Self Harm Topics – D2L – Death2Life – Help and Hope – Live Chat Line – Text: D2L to 91627 – 24/7 @ Text
Apr 15 all-day
988 - Suicide and Self Harm Topics - D2L - Death2Life - Help and Hope -  Live Chat Line - Text: D2L to 91627 - 24/7 @ Text

 

Death2Life.Com

A REFUGE FOR THE SUICIDAL

Let’s Chat – 24/7 Help and Hope

 

TEXT D2L @ 9167

LiveChat

Messenger

 

ABOUT

Death2life was founded in 2009 by Mario and Kerry D’Ortenzio. Born out of their own painful season of suffering, they envisioned a refuge where people who found themselves in a dark place could find a care, counsel, and hope.

After their fourth daughter was diagnosed with a life-limiting syndrome and severe disabilities, they both experienced a sadness they had never felt before. Up until that point in their lives, they had been able to fix whatever was wrong with hard work or some sort of finagling. But this could not be fixed, and the future looked scary and dark. God felt very distant. And people felt distant.

Out of that pain and loneliness, Death2life was born. They found hope and healing during that very dark night and wanted to share it with others who found themselves in that place. They wanted to make sure no one had to suffer alone. They wanted to connect suicidal people with a Christ-connected person who could relate and who would gently walk them through tough days.

That initial vision led to partnerships with many faith-based and secular organizations, including Google, which recognized the need to intercept site users looking for ways to die. We now have hundreds of loving conversations daily to provide a space for honest, caring conversations and an introduction to a God who sees them.

D2L is a Refuge for the Suicidal.
We offer free resources 24/7.
Since 2009, Death2Life has reached over 4 Million Hopeless
and Suicidal in over 100 countries with hope and healing.

 

AS – After Silence – 24/7 Online Message Board & Chat Room for Survivors of Rape, Sexual Abuse, and Sexual Assault – 24/7
Apr 15 all-day
AS - After Silence - 24/7 Online Message Board & Chat Room for Survivors of Rape, Sexual Abuse, and Sexual Assault - 24/7

 

DailyStrength

24/7 Online Support Groups & Community Forums for Health and Life Challenges

“You’re not alone in your struggles. Connect with others who understand.”

 

Day & Time: 24/7 access to support groups and community forums

Platform: Online discussion forums and community groups

Who Can Join: Adults, young adults, teens, and seniors facing health conditions or life challenges

Cost: FREE

Description: DailyStrength is a free, anonymous online community with over 22,000 members where users provide emotional support by discussing their struggles and successes with each other. A division of Sharecare, DailyStrength offers over 500+ support groups and community forums covering medical conditions, mental health challenges, and life situations. Members can connect with others who truly understand their experiences, share treatment information, keep personal journals, build supportive friendships, and access aggregated treatment reviews. The platform relies on member reporting to maintain a safe, respectful environment where everyone can share openly.

Moderation & Safety: DailyStrength relies on members to report abuse rather than actively moderating groups. Staff investigates and takes action when abuse is reported.

SUPPORT GROUPS

What Are Support Groups?

Support Groups (500+ available) are created by DailyStrength and cover medical conditions and mental health topics.

Browse All Support Groups: https://www.dailystrength.org/groups

Support Group Categories:

Mental Health · Developmental and Learning Disorders · Chronic Illness · Cancer · Addiction and Substance Abuse · Physical Health · Women’s and Men’s Groups · Parenting · Relationships and Sexuality · Age-Specific Groups · LGBTQ+ · Trauma

Top 20 Most Popular Support Groups:

  1. Depression (24,559+ members)

  2. Anxiety (23,066+ members)

  3. Loneliness (11,043+ members)

  4. Bipolar Disorder (8,851+ members)

  5. Fibromyalgia (4,393+ members)

  6. Financial Challenges (3,026+ members)

  7. Time Management (2,455+ members)

  8. Caring for Aging Parents (851+ members)

  9. Common Variable Immunodeficiency (660+ members)

  10. Parkinson’s Disease (509+ members)

  11. Myofascial Pain Syndrome (398+ members)

  12. Cocaine Addiction & Recovery (388+ members)

  13. Colon Cancer (354+ members)

  14. Hyperparathyroidism (194+ members)

  15. Dyspraxia & Apraxia (142+ members)

  16. Bereavement

  17. Breakups & Divorce

  18. Chronic Pain

  19. Eating Disorders

  20. Depression – Teen

…and many more groups covering family issues, healthy relationships, cancer support, neurological disorders, and other health conditions.

How to Join a Support Group:

Step 1 – Create Your Account:

Visit https://www.dailystrength.org/user/register

Enter your email, username, and password, OR register using Sharecare, Apple, Facebook, or Google

Accept the Terms & Conditions

Click “Create a Free Account”

Step 2 – Set Privacy Preferences:

Choose who can view your profile (all visitors or DailyStrength members only)

Step 3 – Browse and Join:

Sign in at https://www.dailystrength.org/user/login

Browse support groups at https://www.dailystrength.org/groups

Click the orange “Join” button on any group’s home page

Step 4 – Participate:

Create discussion posts, reply to others, write journal entries, and connect with members

COMMUNITY GROUPS

What Are Community Groups?

Community Groups are created by DailyStrength members to address specific interests, experiences, or topics not covered by official support groups. Community Group founders can delete content in their groups to maintain standards.

Browse Community Groups: https://www.dailystrength.org/categories/Personal_Challenges

How to Join a Community Group:

Step 1 – Create Your Account (if needed):

Visit https://www.dailystrength.org/user/register

Complete registration as described above

Step 2 – Browse and Join:

Sign in at https://www.dailystrength.org/user/login

Find community groups through the site

Click the orange “Join” button on any group’s home page

Step 3 – Participate:

Create posts, reply to discussions, and engage with the community

Questions or Support:

Visit the DailyStrength Help Center for tutorials and assistance

Provider Website: https://www.dailystrength.org

 

 

AS – After Silence Foro de Mensajes y Sala de Chat en Línea 24/7 para Sobrevivientes de Violación, Abuso Sexual y Agresión Sexual – 24/7
Apr 15 all-day
AS - After Silence Foro de Mensajes y Sala de Chat en Línea 24/7 para Sobrevivientes de Violación, Abuso Sexual y Agresión Sexual - 24/7

 

 

 

After Silence

Foro de Mensajes y Sala de Chat en Línea 24/7 para Sobrevivientes de Violación, Abuso Sexual y Agresión Sexual

“El loto es una flor que se eleva del lodo. Cuanto más profundo es el lodo, más hermoso florece el loto.”

Día y Horario: Acceso 24/7 al foro de mensajes · Sala de chat disponible en tiempo real

Plataforma: Foro de mensajes y sala de chat en línea

Quién Puede Unirse: Todos los sobrevivientes y víctimas de violación, abuso sexual y agresión sexual (todos los géneros, mayores de 13 años, y personas de apoyo con permiso del sobreviviente)

Costo: GRATIS

Descripción: After Silence es una comunidad en línea gratuita y confidencial con más de 20,000 miembros donde los sobrevivientes de violencia sexual pueden conectarse, sanar y encontrar apoyo. Moderado de cerca por sobrevivientes dedicados con experiencia vivida de violación por desconocidos, violación en citas, abuso sexual infantil, incesto, acoso y violencia doméstica, este espacio ofrece más de 30 foros de discusión que cubren una amplia gama de temas. La mayoría de los foros son privados y accesibles solo para miembros registrados. No discriminamos según género, raza, etnia, creencias religiosas u orientación sexual. Ya sea que necesites información, recursos o simplemente un lugar donde ser escuchado, eres bienvenido aquí con los brazos abiertos.

Los Foros Disponibles Incluyen:

Foros Enfocados en la Recuperación:

Depresión · Ansiedad · Autolesión · Trastornos alimentarios

Foros Protegidos/Especializados:

Sobrevivientes masculinos · Sobrevivientes LGBTQ+ (para sobrevivientes gay, lesbianas, bisexuales y transgénero)

Apoyo Específico por Experiencia:

Foros para sobrevivientes de violación por desconocidos, violación en citas, abuso sexual infantil, incesto, acoso y violencia doméstica

Foros Generales:

Discusiones generales · Temas más ligeros

Únete o Inicia Sesión:

Nuevos Miembros – Regístrate Aquí: https://www.aftersilence.org

Haz clic en “Register” en la parte superior central del foro de mensajes para crear tu cuenta.

Miembros Existentes – Inicia Sesión Aquí: https://www.aftersilence.org

Nota: Las personas de apoyo (amigos, familiares o seres queridos de un sobreviviente) son bienvenidos, pero tienen acceso limitado a los foros para proteger la privacidad de los miembros. Si el sobreviviente al que apoyas es miembro de nuestra comunidad, necesitarás su permiso antes de unirte.

Preguntas o Soporte:

Correo electrónico: [email protected]

Sitio Web del Proveedor: https://www.aftersilence.org

Este sitio ofrece apoyo entre pares y no sustituye ningún tipo de ayuda profesional. Si estás en una situación de crisis, te instamos a contactar a tu centro local de crisis por violación o profesional de la salud.

 

ds – dailystrength – Marijuana Addiction & Recovery Support Group – 24/7 @ Register for Details
Apr 15 all-day
ds - dailystrength - Marijuana Addiction & Recovery Support Group - 24/7 @ Register for Details

 

 

ds – dailystrength

Marijuana Addiction & Recovery Support Group

This community is dedicated to those looking to overcome their addiction to marijuana, a drug produced from parts of the cannabis plant. Join the group to find support among people who are also looking to cease their habit of smoking marijuana, share your experience, and get advice. It’s not easy to kick the habit, but together we can..

To Join any support group a free DailyStrength account is needed.  To create an account and to Join this group use the link below

JOIN HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DS – DailyStrength – Online Support Groups & Community Forums for Health and Life Challenges – 24/7
Apr 15 all-day
DS - DailyStrength - Online Support Groups & Community Forums for Health and Life Challenges - 24/7

 

DailyStrength

24/7 Online Support Groups & Community Forums for Health and Life Challenges

“You’re not alone in your struggles. Connect with others who understand.”

Day & Time: 24/7 access to support groups and community forums

Platform: Online discussion forums and community groups

Who Can Join: Adults, young adults, teens, and seniors facing health conditions or life challenges

Cost: FREE

Description: DailyStrength is a free, anonymous online community with over 22,000 members where users provide emotional support by discussing their struggles and successes with each other. A division of Sharecare, DailyStrength offers over 500+ support groups and community forums covering medical conditions, mental health challenges, and life situations. Members can connect with others who truly understand their experiences, share treatment information, keep personal journals, build supportive friendships, and access aggregated treatment reviews. The platform relies on member reporting to maintain a safe, respectful environment where everyone can share openly.

Moderation & Safety: DailyStrength relies on members to report abuse rather than actively moderating groups. Staff investigates and takes action when abuse is reported.

SUPPORT GROUPS

What Are Support Groups? Support Groups (500+ available) are created by DailyStrength and cover medical conditions and mental health topics.

Browse All Support Groups: https://www.dailystrength.org/groups

Support Group Categories: Mental Health · Developmental and Learning Disorders · Chronic Illness · Cancer · Addiction and Substance Abuse · Physical Health · Women’s and Men’s Groups · Parenting · Relationships and Sexuality · Age-Specific Groups · LGBTQ+ · Trauma

Top 20 Most Popular Support Groups:

  1. Depression (24,559+ members)
  2. Anxiety (23,066+ members)
  3. Loneliness (11,043+ members)
  4. Bipolar Disorder (8,851+ members)
  5. Fibromyalgia (4,393+ members)
  6. Financial Challenges (3,026+ members)
  7. Time Management (2,455+ members)
  8. Caring for Aging Parents (851+ members)
  9. Common Variable Immunodeficiency (660+ members)
  10. Parkinson’s Disease (509+ members)
  11. Myofascial Pain Syndrome (398+ members)
  12. Cocaine Addiction & Recovery (388+ members)
  13. Colon Cancer (354+ members)
  14. Hyperparathyroidism (194+ members)
  15. Dyspraxia & Apraxia (142+ members)
  16. Bereavement
  17. Breakups & Divorce
  18. Chronic Pain
  19. Eating Disorders
  20. Depression – Teen

…and many more groups covering family issues, healthy relationships, cancer support, neurological disorders, and other health conditions.

How to Join a Support Group:

Step 1 – Create Your Account: Visit https://www.dailystrength.org/user/register Enter your email, username, and password, OR register using Sharecare, Apple, Facebook, or Google Accept the Terms & Conditions Click “Create a Free Account”

Step 2 – Set Privacy Preferences: Choose who can view your profile (all visitors or DailyStrength members only)

Step 3 – Browse and Join: Sign in at https://www.dailystrength.org/user/login Browse support groups at https://www.dailystrength.org/groups Click the orange “Join” button on any group’s home page

Step 4 – Participate: Create discussion posts, reply to others, write journal entries, and connect with members

COMMUNITY GROUPS

What Are Community Groups? Community Groups are created by DailyStrength members to address specific interests, experiences, or topics not covered by official support groups. Community Group founders can delete content in their groups to maintain standards.

Browse Community Groups: https://www.dailystrength.org/categories/Personal_Challenges

How to Join a Community Group:

Step 1 – Create Your Account (if needed): Visit https://www.dailystrength.org/user/register Complete registration as described above

Step 2 – Browse and Join: Sign in at https://www.dailystrength.org/user/login Find community groups through the site Click the orange “Join” button on any group’s home page

Step 3 – Participate: Create posts, reply to discussions, and engage with the community

Questions or Support: Visit the DailyStrength Help Center for tutorials and assistance

Provider Website: https://www.dailystrength.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DS – DailyStrength – Self-Injury Support Forum – 24/7
Apr 15 all-day
DS - DailyStrength - Self-Injury Support Forum - 24/7

 

Self-Injury Support Forum

Daily Strength hosts a web forum where people dealing with self-injury can find encouragement, understanding, and a new way to cope

Whether you or someone you know or love struggles with self-injury, this is the community to discuss your experience, find support, meet others going through the same, and get advice on how to stop. Working together, we can help find alternative coping skills to reduce the urge to self-harm.

Use the Link Below to Join

https://www.dailystrength.org/group/self-injury

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SARP – Secular Addiction Recovery Pathways – Recovery Support Group – 24/7 Weekdays & Weekends @ Facebook Group
Apr 15 all-day
SARP - Secular Addiction Recovery Pathways - Recovery Support Group - 24/7 Weekdays & Weekends @ Facebook Group

 

Secular Addiction Recovery Pathways

As an Agnostic, Atheist, Humanist, Free Thinker, the familiar theistic approach to your addiction recovery can be a bit daunting.
If you participate in secular groups such as SMART, Recovery Dharma, Medication Assisted Recovery Anonymous, Harm Reduction, SOS, Life Ring, Secular AA/NA etc you’re more than welcome to share your experience, strength, and hope with them.
Feel free to start a discussion by posting relevant articles, personal insights, links to books, or whatever may be on your mind today…

Rules? Only one: Treat others as you’d like to be treated… Okay fine, not just one; no spamming, flooding etc etc. Y’know, the usual social media stuff…

Group rules from the admin

1. Be Kind and Courteous
We’re all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let’s treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required.
2. No Promotions or Spam
Give more than you take to this group. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren’t allowed.
3. No Hate Speech or Bullying
Make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn’t allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender or identity will not be tolerated.
4. Respect Everyone’s Privacy
Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What’s shared in the group should stay in the group.
5. No “13th – stepping”
Please do not use this opportunity as a way to solicit others for relationships or sexual reasons.
6. Do not bash any belief system or recovery program
We are not here to disparage anyone’s beliefs or method of recovery. We are here to support each other in sobriety, without a supernatural “god”.
00 – Hotline – LGBTNHC – LGBT NATIONAL HELP CENTER – LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline – 1- 888 – 688 – 5428 – Weekdays @ Phone
Apr 15 @ 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
00 - Hotline - LGBTNHC - LGBT NATIONAL HELP CENTER - LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline - 1- 888 - 688 - 5428 - Weekdays @ Phone

 

 

 

 

THE LGBT NATIONAL COMING OUT SUPPORT HOTLINE

A PROGRAM OF THE LGBT NATIONAL HELP CENTER

1-888-688-5428

1-888-OUT-LGBT

 

LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline
888-688-5428 (888-OUT-LGBT)

Hours

Mon – Fri:
1 PM – 9 PM/pacific time
4 PM – Midnight/eastern timeSat:
9 AM – 2 PM/pacific time
Noon – 5 PM/eastern time

You decide IF and WHEN Coming out is right for you, and you don’t have do this alone. Our LGBTQIA+ peer support volunteers are here for you.

We can help you when you are struggling with:

  • coming out to yourself
  • coming out to friends & family
  • facing fear and isolation
  • searching for local support & resources on your personal journey

 

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00 – Helpline – SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline @ (800) 985-5990 (Multilingual) or (800) 846-8517 (TTY) – 24/7-Weekdays & Weekends
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Disaster Distress Helpline

SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.

The Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Who Should Contact the Disaster Distress Helpline?

This crisis support service is for anyone experiencing emotional distress related to disasters such as:

The Disaster Distress Helpline also answers calls and texts related to infectious disease outbreaks, such as the Ebola outbreak, incidents of community unrest, and other traumatic events.

The impact of crises may affect people in different ways. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and risk factors for emotional distress related to natural and human-caused disasters.

The Disaster Distress Helpline is open to everyone. This includes survivors of disasters; loved ones of victims; first responders; rescue, recovery, and relief workers; clergy; and parents and caregivers. You may call for yourself or on behalf of someone else.

Call or Text

From the United States and its territories, call 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor, 24/7. Spanish-speakers can call the hotline and press “2” for 24/7 bilingual support.

Callers to the hotline can also connect with counselors in over 100 other languages via 3rd-party interpretation services; to connect with a counselor in your primary language, simply indicate your preferred language to the responding counselor and she/he will connect to a live interpreter (interpretation in less commonly-spoken languages may require calling back at an appointed time). Learn more and download information about the Disaster Distress Helpline in 30 of the most commonly-spoken languages in the U.S.

To connect with a live DDH crisis counselor 24/7 via SMS, from the 50 states text “TalkWithUs” for English or “Hablanos” for Spanish to 66746. Spanish-speakers from Puerto Rico can text “Hablanos” to 1-787-339-2663.

Texting is subscription-based and only involves a few steps:

  1. Enroll in the service by texting TalkWithUs or Hablanos exactly as written. It’s important to do this before sending your first text message because otherwise the enrollment may fail, and you will not be able to speak with a counselor, or you may accidentally subscribe to another service.
  2. Look for confirmation that your subscription was successful. You will receive a Success! message if it was.
  3. To unsubscribe, text Stop or Unsubscribe to 66746 (or 1-787-339-2663 from Puerto Rico) at any time. For help, text Help to 66746 (or 1-787-339-2663 from Puerto Rico).

Standard text and data message rates will apply when texting from mobile phones. International text and data rates may apply from within U.S. territories and free association nations. SAMHSA will not sell your phone numbers to other parties.

The Disaster Distress Helpline’s TTY number 1-800-846-8517 is available 24/7 to Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, who can also utilize the texting options or their preferred Relay service (including 7-1-1) to connect with the main DDH hotline 1-800-985-5990, 24/7.

DDH Online Peer Support Communities

In an effort to broaden our reach to disaster survivors and emergency responders, the Disaster Distress Helpline has developed online peer support communities through Facebook Groups for those who have experienced a natural or human-caused disaster. These online communities offer opportunities for survivors and responders to connect with others who have experienced similar events, share accurate information and trusted resources, and help one another continue to heal from the effects of a traumatic event.

What Does it Offer?

The purpose of DDH Online Peer Support Communities is to create enhanced opportunities for survivors and responders of disaster to come together for mutual aid and emotional support.

DDH Online Peer Support Communities Also Include:

Trained Peer Supporters

DDH Online Peer Support includes trained peer supporters who assist with group moderation and vetting resources. In addition to community forums, our goal is also to create purposeful discussions lead by peer supporters with specific themes and relevant topics. While each survivor and responder’s experiences are unique, being with peers who have had a similar experience can promote connection, offer new ways of coping, and build a foundation of trust.

Peer support does not take the place of therapy or counseling. The opportunity to provide mutual aid and support to others who have faced similar challenges, when and where they need it, offers hope that healing and recovery is possible after a disaster.

Immediate Crisis Support

All DDH Online Peer Support Communities are monitored 24/7 by a designated DDH crisis center where crisis counselors are available to talk to members who may be in emotional distress and need crisis support. Members can talk to a counselor at any time of the day or night via Crisis Support Over Messenger (CSOM).

Available Communities

Survivors and Responders of the COVID-19 Pandemic 

DDH Online Peer Support Communities offer peer support for anyone who identifies as a survivor or responder of the COVID-19 pandemic. Both survivors and responders can come together for mutual aid, to share trusted resources, and to help one another continue to heal from the effects of a national pandemic. Survivors and responders may include but are not limited to, any healthcare workers, emergency responders, parents/caregivers, educators, individuals who have lost loved ones, people who are dealing with “Long-haul COVID”, those impacted by job loss or economic hardship during the pandemic, and anyone else who has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. DDH-trained Peer Supporters are also available to listen and offer validation and encouragement. Additionally, they provide structured moderation within the community to engage members in meaningful discussions on relevant topics and offer timely and trusted resources. To join our Facebook group dedicated to Survivors and Responders of the COVID-19 Pandemic, click here.

Survivors of Mass Violence

DDH Online Peer Support Communities offer peer support for survivors of mass violence in the United States including mass shootings, terrorist attacks, or other large-scale community violence. Survivors and loved ones who have experienced mass violence can connect with one another and provide emotional support in the aftermath of a mass violence incident, including how to cope with activating events and memorials, self-care strategies, and challenges with daily living. DDH-trained Peer Supporters are available to listen to members, and offer validation and encouragement. They also provide structured moderation to engage members in meaningful discussions on relevant topics and provide timely and trusted resources. If you are a survivor or the loved one of a survivor of mass violence and need support, please join our Facebook group by requesting to be a member here.

Other Inquiries

If you’re not in immediate need of crisis counseling support and would like to contact us for other reasons, send an email. Contact us for:

  • Technical problems. If you encountered a technical problem while trying to contact the Disaster Distress Helpline, please include your name and preferred contact information in your email if you wish to receive a reply.
  • Provider inquiries. Providers with specific inquiries about technical assistance and support, requests for materials, and exploring collaborations are encouraged to send an email.
  • Feedback. To provide feedback about your experience reaching out to the Disaster Distress Helpline, send an email describing your experience and SAMHSA will look into the matter. Please include your name and preferred contact information if you wish to receive a reply.
  • Social media inquiries. Email us with questions about the Disaster Distress Helpline’s use of social media.
  • All media inquiries. Members of the media with questions about the Disaster Distress Helpline are encouraged to call the SAMHSA Media Services Team at 1-240-276-2130.

Our staff appreciate hearing from people about their experiences. SAMHSA takes feedback about our services, whether it is positive or negative, very seriously.

SAMHSA also encourages public promotion of the Disaster Distress Helpline. Anyone can use the Disaster Distress Helpline logo and telephone number on their website and link to the Disaster Distress Helpline’s materials and social media properties.

Call 211 for information about disaster-related evacuations, shelters, food and clothing distribution, volunteer opportunities, and other resources and referrals. Or visit the national 211 Call Center Search website to find the 211 information and referral center nearest you.

Last Updated: 11/11/2019

Deaf/Hard of Hearing & Spanish

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CRISIS TEXT LINE

Text Connect to 741741 for free confidential Support

Crisis Text Line serves anyone facing mental health challenges, providing access to free, 24/7, confidential support through communication channels people know and trust.

 

 

Share 741741

Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message. We spend our days (and nights!) helping texters and how we can reach people in their moments of crisis. And, we couldn’t do it without you! Use these digital assets and printable materials to get the word out about 741741.

What To Know

Before you paint the town 741741, there are a few things you should know about Crisis Text Line. Here’s the nitty-gritty:

What is Crisis Text Line? Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 crisis support by text message.

How does it work? When someone is in crisis, they can text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor who will help them move from a hot moment to cool and calm.

Who are Crisis Counselors? They are trained volunteers who—with the support of full-time Crisis Text Line staff—use active listening, collaborative problem solving, and safety planning to help texters in their moment of crisis.

 

01 – Helpline – STAND! – Stand for Families Free of VIolence – 888-215-555 – 24/7 @ Phone
Apr 16 all-day
01 - Helpline - STAND! - Stand for Families Free of VIolence - 888-215-555 - 24/7 @ Phone

 

Immediate Crisis Support Services

1-888-215-5555

Advocates are available 24/7 on our hotline (888-215-5555) to provide immediate emotional support, safety planning & assessments, screenings for STAND! services, information, and linkages to additional supportive resources.

If unable to call, advocates are also accessible within several community agencies across Contra Costa County  via email ([email protected]).

 

About Us

STAND! For Families Free of Violence is committed to promoting safe and strong families. Our approach to eliminating family violence is well-rounded and community-wide. In addition to providing a complete spectrum of prevention, intervention, and treatment programs, we also enlist the efforts of local residents, partners, and institutions, all of whom are striving with us to stop domestic violence and child abuse.

STAND! is a founding member of the Alliance to End Abuse initiative, a cross-sector organization working to help solve domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. However, we cannot achieve our mission without the help of every individual, every school, every faith community, every neighborhood, and every business.

02 – Family Caregiver – PHP – Parents Helping Parents – Virtual Parent Support Groups – Weekdays and Weekends @ phone
Apr 16 all-day
02 - Family Caregiver - PHP - Parents Helping Parents - Virtual Parent Support Groups - Weekdays and Weekends @ phone

 

 

 

Parents Helping Parents

Virtual Parent Support Groups

Always Free & Confidential

Real people. Real connections. Real compassion.

Parents Helping Parents offers free, confidential, peer-led virtual support groups for caregivers at every stage of the parenting journey.

In our Support Groups, you decide what to talk about in a compassionate and supportive space.

The purpose of our support groups is to create safe spaces where group members share experiences about parenting no matter where they are on the parenting journey. Our groups are free, confidential, and open to anyone who identifies as a caregiver. They are run by volunteer facilitators trained in the Parents Helping Parents Mutual Aid Support Group Model.

These groups are for parents looking for support. To protect emotional safety and trust, observers are not permitted.

Organizer

Parents Helping Parents (PHP)

Parents Helping Parents is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening families and supporting caregivers through free, confidential, peer-led mutual-aid support groups. PHP creates compassionate spaces where parents and caregivers can share experiences, reduce isolation, and build emotional resilience at every stage of the parenting journey.

All support groups are facilitated by trained volunteer leaders using the Parents Helping Parents Mutual Aid Support Group Model.

PHP’s virtual groups are open to anyone who identifies as a caregiver and are designed to be emotionally safe, confidential, and accessible.

Provider Website: https://parentshelpingparents.org

https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

Weekly Online Groups

All times are listed in Pacific Standard Time (PST).

Parents with Children in Foster Care

Mondays 1:30–2:30 PM, Tuesdays 7:00–8:00 AM, Sundays 3:30–4:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/journey-to-reunification

 

Mindful Parenting

Wednesdays 7:00–8:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/mindful-parenting

 

Parenting Preschoolers

Thursdays 8:00–9:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-preschoolers

 

Parenting Teenagers

Tuesdays 5:00–6:00 PM, Fridays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-teenagers

 

Parenting Adult Children

Mondays 5:00–6:00 PM, Saturdays 8:00–9:30 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-adult-children

 

Parenting in Recovery

Wednesdays 5:00–6:00 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/parenting-in-recovery

 

Grupo de Apoyo para Padres (Spanish)

Mondays 9:00–10:00 AM, Fridays 5:30–6:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

High Conflict Divorce — Father’s Group

Mondays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

High Conflict Divorce

Fridays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Single Parents

Wednesdays 4:00–5:00 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Father’s Group

Thursdays 9:30–10:30 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Mom’s Group

Saturdays 3:30–4:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting Neurodivergent Children

Tuesdays 4:00–5:00 PM, Thursdays 9:00–10:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting Teens with Special Needs

Wednesdays 10:00–11:00 AM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting Children with Anxiety & Depression

Mondays 4:30–5:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Military Parents

Tuesdays 5:30–6:30 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

Parenting as a Black Indigenous Person of Color (BIPOC)

Fridays 6:00–7:00 PM PST

Registration Link: https://parentshelpingparents.org/virtual-support-groups

 

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