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BASIC NEEDS | NECESIDADES BSICAS
Clothes / Ropa
Food Distribution / Despensa de alimentos
Homeless Services Servicios para personas sin hogar

HEALTH | SALUD
Covered CA Enrollment / Inscripcin de Covered CA
Mental Health Counseling Servicios de consejera mental
Natural Health Clinic / Clnica de salud natural

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

FOR PARENTS | PARA LOS PADRES
Parenting Education / Clases para padres

TRAINING & EDUCATION | ENTRENAMIENTO Y EDUCACIN
Emergency Preparedness/ Preparacion para emergencias

TECH AND OFFICE | TECNOLOGA Y OFICINA
Computer Lab / Uso de computadora

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.

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Arts and Crafts Clubs
Acupuncture
Adult Sexual Assault Prevention
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Child Abuse Prevention
Disaster Relief/Recovery Organizations
Housing Advocacy Groups
Advocacy
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Anger Management
Health Related Advocacy Groups
Herbal Medicine
Divorce Counseling
Food Pantries
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Outpatient Health Facilities
Bereavement and Grief Counseling
Education Advocacy Groups
Co-Parenting Workshops
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Children's State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Child Advocacy Centers
Parenting Skills Classes
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Arts and Crafts Instruction
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Case/Care Management
Health/Disability Related Counseling
Adult State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Parenting Materials
Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Disability Related Parenting Programs

Services include therapy groups/survivor support groups for women, men, all-genders, parents of survivors and Latina survivors, workshops on Healing the Brain and the Nervous System, Relationships and Connection, Healing and the Body, Compassionate Communication, Creativity, lending library, information and referrals, special events and a safe place for fellowship and peer support. We also provide training, resources, presentations, and outreach to the community around the issue of child sexual abuse and sexual violence.

Survivors/victims services: Mental Health Services, Support Groups

Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes: Child sexual abuse/assault

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Families/Friends of Individuals With a Gambling Disorder Support Groups
In Person Crisis Intervention
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Adult Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Counseling
Families/Friends of Individuals With an Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
Specialized Information and Referral
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Sexual/Love Addiction Counseling
Sexual/Love Addiction Support Groups
LGBTQ2+ Support Groups
Drug Use Disorder Counseling
Comprehensive Information and Referral
Child Guidance
Pet Loss Support Groups
Parent Support Groups
Gambling Disorder Support Groups
General Counseling Services
Sexual Assault Counseling
Therapy Referrals
Anger Management
Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Referrals
Youth/Student Support Groups
Bereaved Child Support Groups
Families/Friends of Individuals With a Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Bereaved Parent Support Groups
Separation/Divorce Support Groups
Bereavement and Grief Counseling
Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Child Abuse Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Marriage and Relationships Counseling
Adult Children of Alcoholics Support Groups
General Crime Victim Assistance
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

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

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

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

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

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

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Cultural Heritage Groups
Adult Literacy Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Early Literacy Development Programs
General Counseling Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Public Libraries
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
Youth Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
Family Literacy Programs
Tutoring Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Parent Support Groups
Assistive Technology Information
Nutrition Education
Women's Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Advocacy
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Offers a 24-hour domestic violence crisis hotline, peer support groups, legal advocacy, one-on-one advocacy.
Provides education and training for schools, the public service sector, and in the community with a goal of zero tolerance for domestic violence through outreach and education. Support groups aimed at supporting survivors and Seeking Safety for survivors.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare

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Youth/Student Support Groups
Outdoor Environmental Education
Crime Victim Support Groups
Men's Support Groups
Protective/Restraining Orders
General Crime Victim Assistance
Nutrition Education
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Child Abuse Support Groups
Families/Friends of Individuals With an Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
Outreach Programs
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Families/Friends of Individuals With a Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Parent Support Groups
Domestic Violence Shelters
The STAR program provides support to youth who are exiting Probation-based placements and returning to a family-based home environment. The program's vision is for youth to transition home successfully by engaging in school and/or work and avoid future justice system involvement.

Encompass STAR staff partner with Santa Cruz County Juvenile Probation, Positive Discipline, and Conflict Resolution Center to create robust transition plans and increase parental capacity to care for and address the needs of children involved in the justice system.

Encompass staff are bilingual and focus on the whole family. Linkages include mental health and drug/alcohol counseling, employment resources, academic support, and pro-social activities.

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Ex-Offender Reentry Programs
Parent Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups

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

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

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Infant and Child Safety Education
Education Discrimination Assistance
Foster Care Legal Services
Education Advocacy Groups
Education Associations
General Education Advocacy
Legal Information Services
Parent Support Groups
Offers peers support groups, mentor parent program, information and resources to parents who have children with special needs to strengthen and empower their families and the professionals who serve them. Through parent volunteers and paid staff, they provide phone support, information, resource referrals, IEP clinics, educational workshops and networking events. Newsletters are available to download online.

Stress Busters: Mindfulness Practices and Supportive Relationships

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Disability Related Parenting Programs
Early Intervention for Children With Disabilities/Delays
Specialized Information and Referral
Health/Disability Related Counseling
Student Disability Services
Disability Rights Groups
Parent Support Groups
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities
Offers a range of services for youth including skills workshops, healthy relationships, domestic violence, teen dating violence, gender identity, and body image. Provides one on one mentoring, teen support groups, and homework group.

Youth mentoring over the phone (ages 12-17); please call our main office at (831) 426-3062 to leave a message for your youth advocate or to ask about this service.
Food bag program for people already participating in our Early Education Center, Housing & Employment, Services for Children & Youth or Services for Survivors of Domestic Violence programs
General Volunteer Orientations (held virtually at this time) & Volunteer Advocate certification trainings: Visit our website under the "volunteer" tab (www.wafwc.org) or email our Community Engagement Coordinator at [email protected].
Our Early Education teachers are staying in contact with parents and offering home learning support as needed.

Offers a range of services for youth including skills workshops, healthy relationships, domestic violence, teen dating violence, gender identity, and body image. Provides one on one mentoring, teen support groups, and homework group.

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Teen Pregnancy Prevention
Health Related Advocacy Groups
Marriage and Relationships Support Groups
Youth Development
Domestic Violence Intervention Programs
Food Donation Programs
Life Skills Education
Body Image Education
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Education Advocacy Groups
Adult/Child Mentoring Programs
Oral Health Education/Information
Stress Management
Youth/Student Support Groups
Birth Control
Nutrition Education
Advocacy

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

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

We provide work-based learning opportunities like expos, panels, guest speakers and more to elementary, middle, and high school students as well as internships for post-secondary students. Students get to explore a variety of career options and interact with professionals currently working in the industry. We provide real-world exposure and connect youth to adults who can assist youth with finding their path. Nothing is more valuable than hands-on experience.

Youth Services: YOUTH LEADERSHIP

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Youth Employment Programs
Youth Centers
Youth Development
Youth/Student Support Groups

MONARCH SERVICES VICTIMS/SURVIVORS OF CRIME SERVICES | MONARCH SERVICES

MONARCH SERVICES VICTIMS/SURVIVORS OF CRIME SERVICES

Survivors/victims services: Advocate, Case Manager, System Navigator, Immigration services, Legal services, Shelter/Protective Care, Support Groups, Restorative Justice.
Legal services: Restraining Orders, Court accompaniment services, U-Visas

Serve victims/survivors who are impacted by the following crimes: Adult Physical Assault (includes aggravated and simple assault);Adult sexual assault;Adults sexually abused/assaulted as children;Child Physical Abuse or Neglect;Child Pornography;Child sexual abuse/assault;Domestic and/or Family Violence;Human trafficking: labor;Human trafficking: sex;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;Other

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Crime Victim Support Groups
Protective/Restraining Orders
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Crime Victim Accompaniment Services
Domestic Violence Shelters
Crime Witness Support
Transitional Housing/Shelter
General Crime Victim Assistance
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Child Abuse Support Groups
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.

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

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

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

Categories

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

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

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

Support group for loved ones of transition age youth (18-26) with mental health concerns.

Youth Services: SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

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Mental Health Drop In Centers
Mental Health Evaluation
Youth/Student Support Groups
Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Mental Health Information/Education
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling

The Alzheimer's Association provides information and referrals, support groups, education classes, care consultations, resources, and a 24/7 Helpline for people living with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia, their families, and caregivers. They also serve any community member who may be concerned about memory loss.

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Dementia Management
Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
General Mental Health Information/Education
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Comprehensive Information and Referral
Disease/Disability Information
Support group for adults who identify as living with a mental health condition.

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