Community Resource Nights
for Parents of Youth
4th Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:00pm via Zoom
Connect with representatives from mental health resources in Santa Cruz County!
These free virtual events are a space for parents and caregivers to:
These free virtual events are a space for parents and caregivers to:
- Learn about resources that support youth and families affected by mental health conditions
- Connect with representatives from community organizations
- Get information and ask questions
See the information below to register for upcoming Community Resource Nights:
No meetings in November or December. Happy Holidays!
Past meetings:
Wednesday, October 23rd 2024
This workshop was not recorded Organization: Kidpower International Topic: Learn about Kidpower International: global nonprofit leader in personal safety education for all ages, teaching skills for strong relationships and the prevention of harm. Learn to take leadership in addressing the issues that can affect the safety and well-being of your children and teens! Speaker: Amy Dahlen, Program Manager and Senior Instructor Resources mentioned: Kidpower.org Kidpower.org/espanol Online Learning Center Take Charge of Your Mental Health Five Communication Strategies I Already Know – But Forget to Use How the “Boundary Bridge” Helps Avoid a Communication Breakdown How To Stop Negative Self-Talk Triggers, Emotional Attacks, & Emotional Safety Techniques Teen Consent and Boundary Skills Fullpower Consent and Boundary Skills for Adults |
Wednesday, September 25th 2024 Recording: https://youtu.be/o2KKtQTvM7g Organization: Watsonville Police Dept. CARE (Crisis Assessment Response Engagement) Team Topic: Learn how the WPD CARE Team provides crisis services to individuals of all ages in the community of Watsonville. This includes mental health crisis evaluations, emotional support to the individual in need or their support system, and/or linkage to community resources depending on their need/s. Speaker: Reina Valencia, ASW and Officer Ihlan WPD CARE Team desk number: 831-768-3316 |
Wednesday, July 31st 2024 Recording: https://youtu.be/qF4ZTXNYBww Organization: Embark Behavioral Health Topic: Learn about Embark Behavioral Health and the programs they offer for youth and young adults. Speaker: Anthony Gracia BA, MHRS, CSM I |
Wednesday, April 24th 2024 Recording: https://youtu.be/ZMTPF8tR3-8 Organization: Santa Cruz County Office of Education Topic: IEPs and 504 Plans for Students with Mental Illness Speaker: Amethyst Daugherty, EdS, NCSP. Amethyst is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Case Manager, and Counselor who provides mental health services to students in Santa Cruz County. |