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PARENT AND FAMILY COUNSELING | PARENTS CENTER

PARENT AND FAMILY COUNSELING

Provides professional counseling for parents and families. Offers parenting classes and individual and family therapy to work towards reunification when possible and prevent and treat child abuse. Provides counseling services for children who have medi-cal and a mental health diagnosis.

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare

What's Here

Parenting Skills Classes
Child Abuse Prevention
General Mental Health Information/Education
Child Guidance
General Counseling Services

CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING | CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

CENTRAL COAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

Provides information and referral on a wide range of topics related to disabilities.

-Information and Referral
-Advocacy
-Housing application assistance
-Transportation
-Personal Assistance Services
-Independent living skills training
-Peer support
-Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors Support Groups
-Outreach & education
-Assistive technology
-Benefits counseling
-Supportive Services for veterans and families
-Supports clients prepare for a disaster event

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Housing Counseling
General Benefits and Services Assistance
Assistive Technology Information
Rapid Re-Housing Programs
Independent Living Skills Instruction
General Counseling Services
General Mental Health Information/Education
Specialized Information and Referral
Transitional Housing/Shelter

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

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

COUNSELING SERVICES | FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY OF THE CENTRAL COAST

COUNSELING SERVICES

Individual, family, and group counseling for individuals of all ages.

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare; Mindful Practices

What's Here

Alcohol Use Disorder Counseling
Ex-Offender Counseling
Sexual Orientation Counseling
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Post Disaster Legal Counseling Services
Truancy Counseling
Divorce Counseling
Overspender Counseling
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling
Human Trafficking Counseling
Student Counseling Services
Internet Addiction Counseling
Hoarding Counseling Programs
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Elder Abuse Counseling
Suicide Counseling
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Sex Offender Counseling
Pregnancy Counseling
Caregiver Counseling
Bereaved Parent Support Groups
Parent Abuse Counseling
Bereavement and Grief Counseling
Sexual Assault Counseling
Terminal Illness Counseling
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Child Abuse Counseling
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
Psychiatric Disorder Counseling
Bereaved Child Support Groups
Gender Identity Counseling
Adoption Counseling and Support
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Social Security Retirement Benefits
Postabortion Counseling
Marriage and Relationships Counseling
Adult Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Counseling
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Group Counseling
Sexuality Counseling
Drug Use Disorder Counseling
Health/Disability Related Counseling
Premarital Counseling
General Bereavement and Grief 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

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

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COACHING | BRIGHTLIFE KIDS

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COACHING

Provides virtual behavioral support navigating kids' milestones, phases, and behaviors for California families with children aged 0-12 years.

What's Here

Child Abuse Counseling
General Mental Health Information/Education
Pregnancy Counseling
Child Guidance
General Counseling Services
Group Counseling
General Mental Health Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Parent Support Groups

THE SALVATION ARMY WATSONVILLE CORPS | THE SALVATION ARMY WATSONVILLE CORPS

THE SALVATION ARMY WATSONVILLE CORPS

Free daily meals to anyone in need.
Also offers a bag of food once a week on Tuesday or Thursday.


What's Here

Homeless Drop In Centers
Soup Kitchens
Spiritual/Religious Issues Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
General Counseling Services
Food Pantries

COUNSELING PROGRAM | COMMUNITY BRIDGES

COUNSELING PROGRAM

The counseling program collaborates with master's level associate and licensed clinicians to offer cost-free counseling and advocacy to young people, families, and individuals. Our services focus on fostering healthy coping mechanisms, stress management techniques, and addressing any other related concerns. Serving Santa Cruz county with offices in Watsonville, Live Oak, Santa Cruz, and Felton.

What's Here

Post Disaster Legal Counseling Services
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Divorce Counseling
Child Abuse Counseling
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Parent Abuse Counseling
General Counseling Services
Adult Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Elder Abuse Counseling
Bereavement and Grief Counseling
Postabortion Counseling
Adult Child Abuse Survivor Counseling

SURVIVORS HEALING CENTER | FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY OF THE CENTRAL COAST

SURVIVORS HEALING CENTER

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

What's Here

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

LIGHTHOUSE COUNSELING | JANUS OF SANTA CRUZ

LIGHTHOUSE COUNSELING

Provides services to Janus clients and community members. Offered therapy for addiction and substance use issues, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, mental health, life transitions, grief, stress, relationship issues, as well as circumstances linked to poverty, and trauma,

What's Here

Child Sexual Abuse Counseling
Psychiatric Disorder Counseling
Adult Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Counseling
Bereavement and Grief Counseling
Marriage and Relationships Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Divorce Counseling
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Adult Child Abuse Survivor Counseling
Child Abuse Counseling
General Counseling 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

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

SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAIN HEALTH CENTER | SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER

SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAIN HEALTH CENTER

Services

  • Primary Care for Adults & Children
  • Prenatal Care and Education
  • Birth Control Services
  • Behavioral Health Services
  • Health Education

What's Here

Prenatal Care
Comprehensive Outpatient Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
General Health Education Programs
General Counseling Services
Mental Health Evaluation
Prenatal Fitness
Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
Outpatient Health Facilities
Birth Control
General Sexuality/Reproductive Health Education
Comprehensive Outpatient Drug Use Disorder Treatment
General Mental Health Information/Education

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

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

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

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

CASA OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY | CASA OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

CASA OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

Trains volunteers to work with children who have been removed from their homes, declared dependents of the court due to abuse, neglect or abandonment and placed in foster care.

Court Appointed Special Advocates work for a judge, alongside attorneys and social workers, as sworn officers of the court to advocate for children. Advocates receive an initial 35 hours of training and volunteer 10-15 hours per month on behalf of one child. The volunteer advocates on behalf of the child until the case is resolved.

Youth Services: Academic Support, Career Exploration and Development, Health and Wellness, Social-Emotional Support, Youth Leadership.

Stress Busters:
Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships (Foster Youth Only)

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Advocacy
Tutoring Services
General Counseling Services
General Crime Victim Assistance
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Guardians ad Litem
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Cultural Heritage Groups
Youth Development
Academic Counseling
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Outdoor Environmental Education

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

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

SURVIVORS HEALING CENTER | FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY OF THE CENTRAL COAST

SURVIVORS HEALING CENTER

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

What's Here

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

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

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

SHINE A LIGHT COUNSELING CENTER | SHINE A LIGHT COUNSELING CENTER

SHINE A LIGHT COUNSELING CENTER

Provides affordable psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Services are provided by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Master's level Interns and Trainees who are under the supervision of a licensed therapist.

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices

What's Here

Mental Health Drop In Centers
General Mental Health Information/Education
Mental Health Evaluation
Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education
General Counseling Services

ADULT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (HSA)

ADULT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

Provides mental health services to eligible adults including case management and medication services, rehabilitation, counseling and therapy. Also operates two specialized programs for youth and seniors.

The Access Team provides 24-hour confidential crisis intervention and referral services for mental health clients. Offers crisis intervention, and appropriate referrals.

Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices

What's Here

Therapy Referrals
General Crime Victim Assistance
General Counseling Services
Mental Health Crisis Lines
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Psychiatric Mobile Response Teams
Mental Health Evaluation
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Mental Health Drop In Centers
Psychiatric Disorder Counseling
Crime Witness Support
Psychiatric Case Management
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
General Mental Health Information/Education
Psychiatric Medication Services
Group Counseling
Case/Care Management

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

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

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

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

LIVE OAK COMMUNITY RESOURCES | COMMUNITY BRIDGES

LIVE OAK 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
Public Benefits Enrollment Inscripcin de beneficios pblicos
Translation / Traduccin

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

FOR KIDS | PARA LOS NIOS
Homework Tutoring / Club de tareas

TRAINING & EDUCATION | ENTRENAMIENTO Y EDUCACIN
Emergency Preparedness Preparacin para emergencias
Literacy Classes / Clases de alfabetizacin

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

Disaster Relief/Recovery Organizations
Housing Advocacy Groups
Housing Counseling
Health Insurance Information/Counseling
Adult State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Health Insurance Premium Assistance
TANF
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Food Pantries
Children's State/Local Health Insurance Programs
Tutoring Services
General Counseling Services
Food Banks/Food Distribution Warehouses
Child Advocacy Centers
Family Resource Centers/Outreach
Student Counseling Services
Disability Related Parenting Programs
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Food Stamps/SNAP
Tenant Rights Information/Counseling
Medicaid
Ethnic Advocacy Groups
Job Finding Assistance
Identification Application/Replacement Clinics
Advocacy
Parenting Materials
Case/Care Management
Food Donation Programs
Parenting Skills Classes
Youth Development
Co-Parenting Workshops
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance

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

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

TAY (TRANSITION AGE YOUTH) | ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES

TAY (TRANSITION AGE YOUTH)

We provide resources and services to empower youth ages 15-24 who have or have had experiences with foster care placement, juvenile justice, homelessness/housing instability, or trauma related to being a victim of a crime. TAY also offers counseling, skills building, a drop-in resource center, and subsidized supportive housing.

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

What's Here

General Counseling Services
Laundry Facilities
Life Skills Education
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Youth Centers
Children's Clothing
Employment Preparation
Continuing Education
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Vocational/Trade High Schools
Housing Advocacy Groups
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Employment/Retirement Related Support Groups
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites
Runaway/Homeless Youth Counseling
Stress Management
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Homeless Employment Programs
Housing Counseling
Youth Employment Programs
General Education Advocacy
Public Showers/Baths
Education Advocacy Groups
Rapid Re-Housing Programs
Return to Education Support
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Life Care Planning