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SOCIAL EVENTS FOR BEREAVED FAMILIES

A time to get together for informal company and conversation, and an opportunity to participate in a grief/remembrance oriented activity. Limited to families who have experienced the death of a child, grandchild, or sibling. Some events may be appropriate for extended family/family friends.

Categories

Women's Support Groups
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Social Clubs/Events
Men's Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Parent/Child Activity Groups
Parent Support Groups
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) is a safe place for families to receive a sense of hope, comfort and security that empowers women, infants and children to thrive.

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) es un lugar seguro para que las familias reciban un sentido de esperanza, comodidad y seguridad que les permita a las mujeres, bebs y nios prosperar

Categories

WIC
Baby Clothing Donation Programs
Well Baby Care
Diapers
Women's Support Groups
Breastfeeding Support Programs
Women's Advocacy Groups
Nutrition Education
Women's Centers
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

Categories

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

Categories

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 Family & Children's Services Transition Age Youth (TAY) program serves current and former foster youth age 15-24 with a range of services to assist youth in making a healthy transition to adulthood. Programs include counseling, skill-building, a drop-in center and subsidized supportive housing.

TAY programs include:
. The Independent Living Program (ILP) serves current and former foster and probation placement youth age 15-21. It assists youth to develop independent living skills to successfully transition to self-sufficiency and includes services such as one-on-one counseling, assistance in obtaining ID cards, driving permits and licenses and workshops on topics that assist youth in achieving personal, education and vocational goals.
. The Transitional Housing Program is a supportive housing program for former non-minor dependents and foster youth between the ages 18-24. Youth are supported with financial assistance, educational expenses, emotional support, life skills coaching, and referral to community resources to help them achieve the financial stability necessary to succeed in independent living.

Learn more: https://www.santacruzhumanservices.org/FamilyChildren/TransitionalAgeYout

Categories

Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Women's Support Groups
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Student Financial Aid
Laundry Facilities
Workshops/Symposiums
Return to Education Support
Youth Employment Programs
Computer Access Aids
Employment Preparation
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Housing Advocacy Groups
Social Clubs/Events
Life Skills Education
Food Pantries
Continuing Education
General Clothing Donation Programs
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Food Donation Programs
Transitional Housing/Shelter

The Family & Children's Services Transition Age Youth (TAY) program serves current and former foster youth age 15-24 with a range of services to assist youth in making a healthy transition to adulthood. Programs include counseling, skill-building, a drop-in center and subsidized supportive housing.

TAY programs include:
. The Independent Living Program (ILP) serves current and former foster and probation placement youth age 15-21. It assists youth to develop independent living skills to successfully transition to self-sufficiency and includes services such as one-on-one counseling, assistance in obtaining ID cards, driving permits and licenses and workshops on topics that assist youth in achieving personal, education and vocational goals.
. The Transitional Housing Program is a supportive housing program for former non-minor dependents and foster youth between the ages 18-24. Youth are supported with financial assistance, educational expenses, emotional support, life skills coaching, and referral to community resources to help them achieve the financial stability necessary to succeed in independent living.

Learn more: https://www.santacruzhumanservices.org/FamilyChildren/TransitionalAgeYout

Categories

Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Women's Support Groups
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Student Financial Aid
Laundry Facilities
Workshops/Symposiums
Return to Education Support
Youth Employment Programs
Computer Access Aids
Employment Preparation
Work Clothing Donation Programs
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Housing Advocacy Groups
Social Clubs/Events
Life Skills Education
Food Pantries
Continuing Education
General Clothing Donation Programs
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Food Donation Programs
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Provides 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. Facilitators are Spanish speaking. Child care may be available.

Categories

Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Women's Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Men's Support Groups
General Mental Health Information/Education
General Mental Health Support Groups
Parent Support Groups
Mental Health Associations
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

Categories

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

Categories

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

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

Categories

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

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

Categories

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

Categories

Men's Support Groups
Women's Support Groups
General Mental Health Support Groups
Support Group for new and expectant mothers for breastfeeding-related topics.

Categories

Women's Support Groups
Breastfeeding Support Programs

EMOTIONAL AND PRACTICAL CANCER SUPPORT | WOMENCARE

EMOTIONAL AND PRACTICAL CANCER SUPPORT

Provides emotional and practical support to women with any type of cancer, at any stage of the journey. Offers support groups in English and Spanish, as well as various healing workshops.

Also provides transportation, meals, housecleaning, referrals and a lending library.

Categories

Workshops/Symposiums
Women's Advocacy Groups
Women's Support Groups
Special Collections and Archives
Health/Disability Related 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.

Categories

Mental Health Evaluation
Parent Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Mental Health Associations
Mental Health Drop In Centers
General Mental Health Information/Education
Women's Support Groups
Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
Men's Support Groups
Mental Health Practitioner Associations
Support group for adults who identify as living with a mental health condition.

Categories

Men's Support Groups
Women's Support Groups
General Mental Health Support Groups
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) is a safe place for families to receive a sense of hope, comfort and security that empowers women, infants and children to thrive.

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) es un lugar seguro para que las familias reciban un sentido de esperanza, comodidad y seguridad que les permita a las mujeres, bebs y nios prosperar

Categories

WIC
Baby Clothing Donation Programs
Well Baby Care
Diapers
Women's Support Groups
Breastfeeding Support Programs
Women's Advocacy Groups
Nutrition Education
Women's Centers
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

Categories

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

Categories

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

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.

Categories

Mental Health Evaluation
Parent Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Mental Health Associations
Mental Health Drop In Centers
General Mental Health Information/Education
Women's Support Groups
Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
Men's Support Groups
Mental Health Practitioner Associations
Provide emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault and their children, peer counseling, advocacy, information, referrals, drop-in support groups, and assistance with restraining order applications. Offers community education presentations to schools, community groups, and service providers.

Stress Busters: Mental Health
Youth Services: Social Emotional Support, Youth Leadership, Health and Wellness.

Categories

Youth/Student Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Adult Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Counseling
Youth Development
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Women's Support Groups
Adult Child Abuse Survivor Counseling
General Crime Victim Assistance
Provide emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault and their children, peer counseling, advocacy, information, referrals, drop-in support groups, and assistance with restraining order applications. Offers community education presentations to schools, community groups, and service providers.

Stress Busters: Mental Health
Youth Services: Social Emotional Support, Youth Leadership, Health and Wellness.

Categories

Youth/Student Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Adult Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Counseling
Youth Development
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Women's Support Groups
Adult Child Abuse Survivor Counseling
General Crime Victim Assistance
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) is a safe place for families to receive a sense of hope, comfort and security that empowers women, infants and children to thrive.

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) es un lugar seguro para que las familias reciban un sentido de esperanza, comodidad y seguridad que les permita a las mujeres, bebs y nios prosperar

Categories

WIC
Baby Clothing Donation Programs
Well Baby Care
Diapers
Women's Support Groups
Breastfeeding Support Programs
Women's Advocacy Groups
Nutrition Education
Women's Centers
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

Categories

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

Categories

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