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PARENTING FOR STRONG COMMUNITIES
Offers ongoing class series (attend one or all sessions), workshops, trainings, support groups
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Child Custody/Support Related Support GroupsParenting Skills ClassesParent/Family Involvement in EducationParent Rights ClassesParenting MaterialsWorkshops/SymposiumsChild Abuse Support GroupsStepfamily/Blended Family Support GroupsParent Support GroupsParent/Child Activity GroupsCaregiver/Care Receiver Support GroupsExpectant/New Parent AssistanceCo-Parenting WorkshopsFamily Resource Centers/OutreachYouth Development
MUSIC AND DANCE CLASSES/FOLKLORIC
315 Poplar Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
After school dance classes for different levels learning traditional Mexican dances. Performances in a number of community events throughout the year.
Stress Busters: Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships
Stress Busters: Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships
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EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION
135 Leibrandt Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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.
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.
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FAMILIES TOGETHER
406 Main Street, Suite 326, Watsonville, CA 95076
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
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships
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EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION
2667 E Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076
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.
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.
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FAMILY HEALTH PROGRAMS- HOME VISITING PROGRAMS
1060 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Public Health Field Nursing
A voluntary home visiting program with a Public Health Nurse to support families during pregnancy and with children up to 5 years old. The program provides strength-based case management, assists families with accessing resources, and provides health and parenting education. - Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP)
An evidence-based home visiting program that pairs first time expectant parents with a specially trained nurse. The program begins during pregnancy and provides support, education, and resources to families until their child turns 2 years old. Nurses also check in with the parent regarding their health and wellness and their child's growth and development. - Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP)CPSP is a statewide program that provides enhanced reimbursement for a wide range of services to Medi-Cal eligible pregnant and postpartum women.
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) ProgramPublic Health Nurses in Santa Cruz County provide bereavement support, information, resources, and follow-up services to assist families and caregivers who have experienced the loss of an infant from SIDS or Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID).
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Specialized Information and ReferralPregnancy CounselingInfant Massage InstructionFoster Parent/Family RecruitmentPregnancy/Childbirth Support GroupsPrenatal CareWell Baby CarePerinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders TreatmentHome Health Aide ServicesParent Support GroupsGeneral Bereavement and Grief Support GroupsInfant and Child Safety EducationAdoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support GroupsPrenatal FitnessExpectant/New Parent Assistance
MUSIC AND DANCE CLASSES/FOLKLORIC
840 N Branciforte Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
After school dance classes for different levels learning traditional Mexican dances. Performances in a number of community events throughout the year.
Stress Busters: Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships
Stress Busters: Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships
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GROWING TOGETHER
500 Spring Grove Road, Hollister, CA 95023
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.
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.
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EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION
121 Sycamore Street, Suite 100, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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.
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.
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EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION
8500 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, CA 95005
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.
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.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES
400 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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
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
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FOSTERED/FOSTER YOUTH SERVICES COORDINATING PROGRAM
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Provides guidance, advocacy, community organization, teaming, collaboration, and education case management around the issues of school success for students involved in the foster care system, including students living with their birth families but with child welfare involvement.
Stress Busters: Supportive Relationships
Stress Busters: Supportive Relationships
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ENCOMPASS HEAD START
225 Westridge Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
Early Head Start offers a home visiting program for pregnant women and children 0-3, and a center-base option for children 0-3 years. Both programs support children and families during the very first stages of life to build a strong foundation for growth and learning. Services are offered throughout Santa Cruz County, including Watsonville, Freedom, and the San Lorenzo Valley.
Head Start offers a part-day (3 1/2 hours) and extended day (6 hours) preschool programs for children ages 3 to 5. We focus on supporting children and families to be ready for school by providing opportunities for social and emotional growth; focusing on physical, mental, and dental health; and partnering closely with parents and families. Classes are offered at 16 centers located throughout Santa Cruz and Watsonville.
State Pre-K (CSPP) offers high quality early education and support services for eligible children 3-5 and their families.
Head Start offers a part-day (3 1/2 hours) and extended day (6 hours) preschool programs for children ages 3 to 5. We focus on supporting children and families to be ready for school by providing opportunities for social and emotional growth; focusing on physical, mental, and dental health; and partnering closely with parents and families. Classes are offered at 16 centers located throughout Santa Cruz and Watsonville.
State Pre-K (CSPP) offers high quality early education and support services for eligible children 3-5 and their families.
FAMILIES TOGETHER
2941 Park Avenue, Unit C, Soquel, CA 95073
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
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships
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GROWING TOGETHER
318 Cayuga Street, Suite 209, Salinas, CA 93901
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.
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.
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GROWING TOGETHER
161 Ladd Line, Hollister, CA 95023
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.
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.
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EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION
1936 Freedom Boulevard, Freedom, CA 95019
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.
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.
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FAMILIES TOGETHER
413 Laurel St, Unit B, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships
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GROWING TOGETHER
25 Holly Drive, Freedom, CA 95019
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.
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.
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GROWING TOGETHER
819 Pinehurst Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
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.
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.
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LA MANZANA COMMUNITY RESOURCES
521 Main Street, Suite Y, Watsonville, CA 95076
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
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Brown Bag Food ProgramsTANFUnemployment Insurance Benefits AssistanceFamily Resource Centers/OutreachDisability Related Parenting ProgramsParenting MaterialsHealth Care Discount Enrollment ProgramsSummer Food Service ProgramsHealth Insurance Information/CounselingDisaster Unemployment AssistanceChildren's State/Local Health Insurance ProgramsFood Safety EducationFood Banks/Food Distribution WarehousesHealth Related Advocacy GroupsPhysical Activity and Fitness Education/PromotionDisaster Relief/Recovery OrganizationsFood Stamps/SNAPName/Personal Information Modification AssistanceGeneral Health Education ProgramsHealth Insurance Premium AssistanceCo-Parenting WorkshopsComprehensive Job Assistance CentersParent/Child Activity GroupsNutrition EducationIdentification Application/Replacement ClinicsWorkers Compensation Benefits AssistanceParenting Skills ClassesJob Finding AssistanceParent Support GroupsDirectory AssistanceImmigrant Benefits AssistanceParent/Family Involvement in EducationFood Donation ProgramsFood PantriesCertificates/Forms Assistance
EARLY EDUCATION DIVISION
7103 Hwy 9, Suite A, Felton, CA 95018
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.
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.
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WAFWC VICTIM/SURVIVOR OF CRIME SERVICES
303 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Survivors/victims services: Advocate, Case Manager, System Navigator, Basic needs, Legal services, Financial, Mental Health Services, Victim-Offender Dialogue or a Restorative Justice approach, Support Groups, Child Care/Transportation to attend services or court proceedings
Legal Services: Restraining Orders, Help preparing Victim impact statements, information about the mechanics of court proceedings, Court accompaniment services, Support understanding in criminal justice processes, Filing police reports, Support with gathering & providing relevant documentation, U-Visas
Financial Services: If a survivor is in our Housing Program, we provide credit re-establishment services. We also occasionally offer Financial Literacy courses.
Education Services: If invited to a classroom, we provide workshops on healthy relationships as part of our prevention work to end intrfamilial cycles of violence.
Serves victims of crime who are impacted by the following crimes: Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child Physical Abuse or Neglect;Child sexual abuse/assault;Domestic and/or Family Violence;Stalking/harassment;Teen dating victimization.
Serve Victims/survivors who are: Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Veteran;Victim with disabilities: Cognitive/physical/mental;Victim with limited English proficiency
Legal Services: Restraining Orders, Help preparing Victim impact statements, information about the mechanics of court proceedings, Court accompaniment services, Support understanding in criminal justice processes, Filing police reports, Support with gathering & providing relevant documentation, U-Visas
Financial Services: If a survivor is in our Housing Program, we provide credit re-establishment services. We also occasionally offer Financial Literacy courses.
Education Services: If invited to a classroom, we provide workshops on healthy relationships as part of our prevention work to end intrfamilial cycles of violence.
Serves victims of crime who are impacted by the following crimes: Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child Physical Abuse or Neglect;Child sexual abuse/assault;Domestic and/or Family Violence;Stalking/harassment;Teen dating victimization.
Serve Victims/survivors who are: Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Veteran;Victim with disabilities: Cognitive/physical/mental;Victim with limited English proficiency
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Crime Victim Accompaniment ServicesBanking and Financial ServicesPersonal Financial CounselingCrime Victim/Witness CounselingGeneral Crime Victim AssistanceVictim/Offender Mediation ProgramsCrime Witness SupportNon-Emergency Medical TransportationGeneral Mental Health Information/EducationDomestic Violence Support GroupsProtective/Restraining OrdersWorkshops/SymposiumsFinancial Literacy TrainingChild Abuse Support GroupsCrime Victim Support GroupsLegal Information Services
CAB VICTIM/SURVIVOR OF CRIME SERVICES
501 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Survivors/victims services: Case Manager, System Navigator, Immigration services, Legal services, Support Groups
Legal Services: immigration services; U-Visas
Financial Services: job search; rental assistance
Education Services: Tutoring & homework support
Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes:
Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child sexual abuse/assault;DUI/DWI Incidents;Mass violence (domestic/international);Survivors of homicide victims;Teen dating victimization.
Serve victims/survivors who are:
Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Victim with limited English proficiency.
Legal Services: immigration services; U-Visas
Financial Services: job search; rental assistance
Education Services: Tutoring & homework support
Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes:
Bullying (Verbal, Cyber, or Physical);Child sexual abuse/assault;DUI/DWI Incidents;Mass violence (domestic/international);Survivors of homicide victims;Teen dating victimization.
Serve victims/survivors who are:
Currently under supervision (probation/parole);Experiencing Homelessness;Immigrant/refugees/asylum seekers;LGBTQ+;Undocumented;Victim with limited English proficiency.
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, HUMAN TRAFFICKING SERVICES
550 Water Street, Suite J-3, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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
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Domestic Violence Support GroupsSexual Assault HotlinesRunaway/Homeless Youth HelplinesWorkshops/SymposiumsLegal Information ServicesSexual Assault SheltersDomestic/Family Violence Legal ServicesDomestic Violence HotlinesSexual Assault CounselingAdolescent/Youth CounselingDomestic Violence SheltersYouth DevelopmentCounseling for Children Affected by Domestic ViolenceSelf Defense TrainingPersonal Financial CounselingFinancial Literacy TrainingProtective/Restraining OrdersHuman Trafficking SheltersYouth Violence Prevention