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EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION | COMMUNITY BRIDGES

EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION

The Early Education Division knows how critical the first five years of a child's life are to their health and success. Our six centers provide nurturing and affordable early education.

La Divisin de Educacin Temprana sabe cun crticos son los primeros cinco aos de la vida de un nio para su salud y xito. Nuestros seis centros ofrecen educacin asequible.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Quality Sleep, Supportive Relationships.

What's Here

Nutrition Education
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Outdoor Environmental Education
Child Guidance
Infant and Child Safety Education
Parent Support Groups
Preschools
General Counseling Services
Parent/Child Activity Groups
Child Care Expense Assistance

FAMILIES TOGETHER | FAMILIES IN TRANSITION OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

FAMILIES TOGETHER

Provides home-based services to families living throughout Santa Cruz County including case management, housing navigation, and rental assistance. Case-manager serves families in need of housing.

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Case/Care Management
General Counseling Services
Parent Support Groups
Rent Payment Assistance

COORDINATED ACCESS FOR EMPOWERING SUCCESS | JANUS OF SANTA CRUZ

COORDINATED ACCESS FOR EMPOWERING SUCCESS

CAFES was launched to close a gap in diversion opportunities for Santa Cruz County adults who are first-time offenders with little or no criminal history and who need mental health, substance use and other related services that had been inaccessible prior to Prop 47.

What's Here

General Mental Health Support Groups
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Substance Use Disorder Intervention Programs
General Mental Health Information/Education
Ex-Offender Counseling
Offender/Ex-Offender Support Groups
Ex-Offender Reentry Programs

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (HSA)

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

Provides comprehensive, strengths-based, culturally and linguistically appropriate behavioral health services for Medi-Cal eligible children and youth who have moderate to severe behavioral health needs.

Services include assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy (individual, family), case management, and psychiatric care (evaluation and medication management). Services delivered at County behavioral health clinic locations, community, or home-based settings, as clinically appropriate.

The Access Team provides 24-hour confidential crisis intervention and referral services (800-952-2335).

Provides substance use disorder prevention, early intervention, and treatment services across the continuum of care.

Stress Busters: Behavioral & Mental Health, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Supportive Relationships

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Mental Health Crisis Lines
Child Guidance
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Access Centers
Families/Friends of Individuals With an Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
General Mental Health Information/Education
Drug Use Disorder Referrals
Alcohol Use Disorder Referrals
Substance Use Disorder Intervention Programs
Substance Use Disorder Drop In Programs
Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Parent Support Groups
General Counseling Services
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Mental Health Evaluation
General Crime Victim Assistance
Youth Development
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Counseling
Drug Use Disorder Counseling
Transitional Residential Substance Use Disorder Services
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Children's/Adolescent Psychiatric Hospitals
Mental Health Associations
Families/Friends of Individuals With a Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Psychiatric Day Treatment
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Adult Psychiatric Hospitals

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Family Literacy Programs
Public Libraries
Youth/Student Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Tutoring Services
Assistive Technology Information
Career Entrance Examinations
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Cultural Heritage Groups
Parent Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Early Literacy Development Programs
General Counseling Services
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Women's Support Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Advocacy
Youth Development
Public Internet Access Sites
Adult Literacy Programs

LA MANZANA COMMUNITY RESOURCES | COMMUNITY BRIDGES

LA MANZANA COMMUNITY RESOURCES

BASIC NEEDS | NECESIDADES BSICAS
Food Distribution / Despensa de alimentos

HEALTH | SALUD
Covered CA Enrollment / Inscripcin de Covered CA
Mental Health Counseling Servicios de consejera mental

DROP-IN ADVOCACY SERVICES | SERVICIOS DE APOYO DIRECTO
Information & Referral / Informacin y referencia
Legal Services / Servicios Jurdicos
Public Benefits Enrollment Inscripcin de beneficios pblicos
Translation / Traduccin

FOR PARENTS | PARA LOS PADRES
Onsite WIC access / Acceso in situ a WIC
Parenting Education / Clases para padres

FOR KIDS | PARA LOS NIOS
Summer Lunch / Almuerzo de verano

STORM RELIEF
Assist in your recovery from the winter and spring storms with local fianancial assistance, federal relief navigation, clean-up tools, crisis counseling, and more.

Behavioral Health/ Counseling

What's Here

Parent Support Groups
Health Related Advocacy Groups
Health Insurance Premium Assistance
Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Disability Related Parenting Programs
Summer Food Service Programs
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Food Pantries
Health Care Discount Enrollment Programs
Directory Assistance
Job Finding Assistance
Identification Application/Replacement Clinics
Food Safety Education
Parent/Family Involvement in Education
Parent/Child Activity Groups
Children's State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Workers Compensation Benefits Assistance
General Health Education Programs
TANF
Disaster Relief/Recovery Organizations
Brown Bag Food Programs
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Immigrant Benefits Assistance
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Nutrition Education
Food Banks/Food Distribution Warehouses
Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Food Donation Programs
Parenting Materials
Food Stamps/SNAP
Co-Parenting Workshops
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Name/Personal Information Modification Assistance
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Parenting Skills Classes

YOUTH SERVICES MENTAL HEALTH | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

YOUTH SERVICES MENTAL HEALTH

Encompass' Youth Services Mental Health Counseling program is personalized to meet the individual needs of youth and to enhance the strengths and assets of each family. We provide individual, group, and family counseling for youth and families. Participating in counseling improves family, peer, and community relationships; increases self-confidence and school performance; and reduces drug and alcohol use. Services can be provided in home, in office, virtually via the web, and over the phone.

What's Here

Drug Use Disorder Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth Development
Child Guidance
Alcohol Use Disorder Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Issues Information Services
Youth Centers

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, HUMAN TRAFFICKING SERVICES | MONARCH SERVICES

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, HUMAN TRAFFICKING SERVICES

Services include:

Specialized services are available for child witnesses to domestic violence and survivors of teen dating violence

Legal assistance with temporary restraining orders, court accompaniments, and information and referral (Visa U and VAWA)

Support groups

24-hour bilingual crisis line and in-person crisis counseling

Emergency shelter

Youth Services: HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Youth Violence Prevention
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Human Trafficking Shelters
Protective/Restraining Orders
Legal Information Services
Financial Literacy Training
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Self Defense Training
Youth Development
Sexual Assault Shelters
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Shelters
Workshops/Symposiums
Sexual Assault Hotlines
Sexual Assault Counseling
Runaway/Homeless Youth Helplines
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Personal Financial Counseling
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services

CHILD DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES | CHILD DEVELOPMENT RESOURCE CENTER (CDRC)

CHILD DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES

Assists families in finding suitable child care options and preschools based on the specific needs of the family. We also work to increase the quality of care by offering training and technical assistance to child care providers in Santa Cruz County. Families are encouraged to make CDRC their first point of contact when looking for child care, preschool or other resources to support their child's development.

Helps families determine whether they qualify for child care payment assistance. Provides referrals to agencies that offer subsidized child care.

Offers child care providers a wealth of resources to help them obtain a license, maintain a successful business, increase the quality of their program or grow as professionals.

Stress Busters: Supportive Relationships


What's Here

Child Care Provider Training
Parent Support Groups
Child Care Expense Assistance
Camp Referrals
Child Care Provider Referrals
Specialized Information and Referral

GROWING TOGETHER | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

GROWING TOGETHER

Designed to increase positive communication between mothers (or another significant female adult) and their daughters. It helps them discuss questions about sexual behavior and puberty without embarrassment.

Growing Together:
-Allows time for mothers and daughters to explore their feelings, values and expectations.
-Provides participants the opportunity to practice decision-making and problem-solving skills.
-Provides participants the opportunity to learn about open communication, which is an important part of a healthy relationship.
-Provides factual information about the changes girls may experience during puberty.
-Helps parents to answer questions about sexual behavior and puberty without embarrassment.

What's Here

Parent Support Groups
Youth Development
Parent/Family Involvement in Education
Parent/Child Activity Groups

FAMILIES TOGETHER | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

FAMILIES TOGETHER

Families Together provides counseling, parenting support, and case management to families using a home visiting model and a client-centered approach to services. Caregivers participate in the development of an individualized service plan based on their unique strengths and needs.

Families referred by Santa Cruz County Family & Children's Services or CalWORKs are assigned a therapist who helps design customized services, including sessions in English or Spanish, and in the home or other preferred location. Families learn about parenting, child development, parent-child attachment, and general wellness. In addition to counseling, home visitors connect families with other community resources such as substance use counseling, interpersonal violence services, and early education support.

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Family Maintenance/Reunification
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Case/Care Management
General Mental Health Information/Education
Parent/Family Involvement in Education
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Medicare
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence

NAMI PEER CONNECTION SUPPORT GROUPS | NAMI SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

NAMI PEER CONNECTION SUPPORT GROUPS

Support group for adults who identify as living with a mental health condition.

What's Here

Women's Support Groups
Men's Support Groups
General Mental Health Support Groups

NAMI CONEXI?N GRUPO DE APOYO Y RECUPERACI?N | NAMI SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

NAMI CONEXI?N GRUPO DE APOYO Y RECUPERACI?N

Spanish-language group for adults who identify as living with a mental health condition

What's Here

Families/Friends of Individuals With Mental Health Disorders Support Groups
Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
General Mental Health Information/Education
General Mental Health Support Groups

FRIENDLY PEERSUASION PHASE I/ PHASE II | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

FRIENDLY PEERSUASION PHASE I/ PHASE II

A substance abuse education program for middle school girls, which also prepares them to become facilitators of workshops on this subject for elementary school children. This program approaches drug abuse prevention as a peer issue, using the positive influence of young people modeling healthy behaviors.

What's Here

Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Tobacco Use Education/Prevention
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Youth Development
Youth/Student Support Groups

NAMI THURSDAY NIGHT SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILY MEMBERS | NAMI SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

NAMI THURSDAY NIGHT SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILY MEMBERS

Local support group provides weekly opportunities for family members and friends of people living with mental illness to explore ideas and solutions to the problems they experience dealing with a mental illness in their families or friends. Drop-ins welcome.

What's Here

Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
Mental Health Evaluation
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Mental Health Associations
Women's Support Groups
Men's Support Groups
General Mental Health Information/Education
Mental Health Practitioner Associations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Mental Health Drop In Centers
Parent Support Groups

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (HSA)

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

Provides comprehensive, strengths-based, culturally and linguistically appropriate behavioral health services for Medi-Cal eligible children and youth who have moderate to severe behavioral health needs.

Services include assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy (individual, family), case management, and psychiatric care (evaluation and medication management). Services delivered at County behavioral health clinic locations, community, or home-based settings, as clinically appropriate.

The Access Team provides 24-hour confidential crisis intervention and referral services (800-952-2335).

Provides substance use disorder prevention, early intervention, and treatment services across the continuum of care.

Stress Busters: Behavioral & Mental Health, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Supportive Relationships

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Mental Health Crisis Lines
Child Guidance
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Access Centers
Families/Friends of Individuals With an Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
General Mental Health Information/Education
Drug Use Disorder Referrals
Alcohol Use Disorder Referrals
Substance Use Disorder Intervention Programs
Substance Use Disorder Drop In Programs
Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Parent Support Groups
General Counseling Services
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Mental Health Evaluation
General Crime Victim Assistance
Youth Development
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Counseling
Drug Use Disorder Counseling
Transitional Residential Substance Use Disorder Services
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Children's/Adolescent Psychiatric Hospitals
Mental Health Associations
Families/Friends of Individuals With a Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Psychiatric Day Treatment
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Adult Psychiatric Hospitals

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH

Local support group provides weekly opportunities for parents and caregivers of youth (under 18) with mental health concerns. Explore ideas and solutions to the problems experienced while managing care for a youth with a mental health condition. Drop-ins welcome.

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Development
Youth/Student Support Groups
Women's Support Groups
Men's Support Groups
Parent Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Mental Health Associations
Psychiatric Disorder Counseling
General Mental Health Support Groups
General Mental Health Information/Education

NAMI PEER CONNECTION SUPPORT GROUPS | NAMI SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

NAMI PEER CONNECTION SUPPORT GROUPS

Support group for adults who identify as living with a mental health condition.

What's Here

Women's Support Groups
Men's Support Groups
General Mental Health Support Groups

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, HUMAN TRAFFICKING SERVICES | MONARCH SERVICES

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, HUMAN TRAFFICKING SERVICES

Services include:

Specialized services are available for child witnesses to domestic violence and survivors of teen dating violence

Legal assistance with temporary restraining orders, court accompaniments, and information and referral (Visa U and VAWA)

Support groups

24-hour bilingual crisis line and in-person crisis counseling

Emergency shelter

Youth Services: HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Youth Violence Prevention
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Human Trafficking Shelters
Protective/Restraining Orders
Legal Information Services
Financial Literacy Training
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Self Defense Training
Youth Development
Sexual Assault Shelters
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Shelters
Workshops/Symposiums
Sexual Assault Hotlines
Sexual Assault Counseling
Runaway/Homeless Youth Helplines
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Personal Financial Counseling
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Family Literacy Programs
Public Libraries
Youth/Student Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Tutoring Services
Assistive Technology Information
Career Entrance Examinations
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Cultural Heritage Groups
Parent Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Early Literacy Development Programs
General Counseling Services
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Women's Support Groups
Employment Preparation
Youth Literacy Programs
Nutrition Education
Advocacy
Youth Development
Public Internet Access Sites
Adult Literacy Programs

ALCANCE | COMMUNITY ACTION BOARD OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, INC. (CAB, INC.)

ALCANCE

These services include work skills development, community engagement, job readiness, placement and retention assistance, youth leadership training, and work skills crews. The Alcance program serves youth with employment services, tutoring, mentorship, and community Engagement. Academic Advising, Behaviorial & Mental Health Services, Career Counseling, Career Exploration, Community Advocacy, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Family Workshops, Financial Literacy, Job/Internship Placement, Socio Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Technical Skills Training, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement

What's Here

Occupation Related Support Groups
Leadership Development
Return to Education Support
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Youth Employment Programs
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Youth/Student Support Groups
Homeless Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Veteran Employment Programs
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Youth Development
Job Finding Assistance
General Crime Victim Assistance
Employment Preparation

GROWING TOGETHER | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

GROWING TOGETHER

Designed to increase positive communication between mothers (or another significant female adult) and their daughters. It helps them discuss questions about sexual behavior and puberty without embarrassment.

Growing Together:
-Allows time for mothers and daughters to explore their feelings, values and expectations.
-Provides participants the opportunity to practice decision-making and problem-solving skills.
-Provides participants the opportunity to learn about open communication, which is an important part of a healthy relationship.
-Provides factual information about the changes girls may experience during puberty.
-Helps parents to answer questions about sexual behavior and puberty without embarrassment.

What's Here

Parent Support Groups
Youth Development
Parent/Family Involvement in Education
Parent/Child Activity Groups

ECHO LEADERSHIP | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

ECHO LEADERSHIP

Works with young women in high school to encourage them to pursue post-secondary education, and plan for future careers.

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Academic Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Development
Career Entrance Examinations
Student Counseling Services

ECHO LEADERSHIP | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

ECHO LEADERSHIP

Works with young women in high school to encourage them to pursue post-secondary education, and plan for future careers.

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Academic Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Development
Career Entrance Examinations
Student Counseling Services

NAMI THURSDAY NIGHT SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILY MEMBERS | NAMI SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

NAMI THURSDAY NIGHT SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILY MEMBERS

Local support group provides weekly opportunities for family members and friends of people living with mental illness to explore ideas and solutions to the problems they experience dealing with a mental illness in their families or friends. Drop-ins welcome.

What's Here

Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
Mental Health Evaluation
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Mental Health Associations
Women's Support Groups
Men's Support Groups
General Mental Health Information/Education
Mental Health Practitioner Associations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Mental Health Drop In Centers
Parent Support Groups