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Mental Health Support During COVID-19


​Telecare- Crisis Hospital for Psychiatric Emergencies

2250 Soquel Avenue, Suite 150
Santa Cruz, California 95062
(831) 600-2801
  • Telecare is still operating as usual.
  • COVID-19 screenings are conducted for all referrals, vendors, law enforcement, etc.
  • Visitors are currently not allowed on-site, however, Telecare can arrange Skype or Facetime visits for clients with prior arrangement.

NAMI Santa Cruz County Online Support
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​NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
Our support group for adults with mental health concerns will be offered via Zoom every Monday and Wednesday afternoon starting 3/23!
​CLICK HERE for details

NAMI Family Support Group
Our support group for family members of adults with mental health challenges will be offered via Zoom every Thursday evening starting 3/26! 
CLICK HERE for details

NAMI Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
Our support groups for parents and caregivers of youth will be offered via Zoom starting 4/2!
CLICK HERE for details

Mental Health Client Action Network (MHCAN)
Online support groups for adults with mental health challenges will be held via Zoom
  • Click here to view MHCAN Zoom schedule

Community Connection
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300 Harvey West Blvd.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 425-8132
Email: info@ccsantacruz.org
August 2020 Community Connection Virtual and In-Person Group Schedule can be found HERE 

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Please contact
 support@ccsantacruz.org or call (831) 205-0160 for more information or to make a referral to a program. 

You can also find this schedule on the website: https://scvolunteercenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/CC-groups-August-2020.pdf
Community Connection empowers adults with psychiatric disabilities and their families with the tools and resources they desire to build stronger community bonds and improve their lives.

During COVID-19, Community Connection is offering:
Food Distribution every Mon & Wed 11AM-1PM
Phone and Email Services Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM

CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL CURRENT SERVICES

Mariposa Wellness Center

10 Carr Street
Watsonville, CA 95076
Phone: (831) 768-8132 #309
Email:
 mwccoordinator@ccsantacruz.org
Peer Focused Wellness Recovery Programs & Services
Monday - Friday 9am-2pm


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More Online Support

State of Mind Podcast: Mental Health First Aid for COVID-19

Click the link below to listen to this special edition of State of Mind, a local radio show hosted by LMFT and NAMI-SCC Volunteer, Debra Sloss. She is joined by NAMI-SCC's Program Manager Anastasia Baboulevitch, and psychotherapist Kara Bowman, LMFT to talk about practical ways to cope with the profound impacts the COVID-19 outbreak is having on those with mental health conditions. 
CLICK HERE to listen! You can also find more episodes of State of Mind here: https://ksqd.org/state-of-mind/

​For Like Minds
Overcome isolation, share knowledge and support, and discover community strength in Peer Groups and One-on-One connections.
  • CLICK HERE for more details on the Coronavirus Peer Support Group
CalHOPE
California HOPE (CalHOPE) delivers crisis support for communities impacted by a national disaster. This is a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP) funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)​, and run by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)​. 
CLICK HERE to view resources
or call (833)317-4673

​Mission Hospital's Mental Health & Wellness Clinical Institute

Offering Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs via Telehealth:
CLICK HERE to learn more
or call (949)499-7504

​Nonviolent Communication Santa Cruz
NVC is offering online classes on a weekly basis covering multiple topics including:
  • Nonviolent Communication as a Spiritual Practice
  • Support in These Times, Beyond Basics
  • Brown Bag Basics of NVC
  • Shelter-in-Place Empathy Group
Kar Fraser will connect you to an "empathy buddy" for regular empathy check-ins; just email info@NVCsantacruz.org

​TherapyHelps
TherapyWorks has transitioned solely to telehealth support services until further notice. 
Therapists are prepared to accommodate flexible scheduling, shortened appointments, and are excited to get creative with your care!
  • ​Please contact your therapist directly or the Client Care Coordinator to help manage any scheduling needs at hello@mytherapyworks.com 
  • Or by phone at 408-508-6789 or 831-234-6221 ext #1. 
Bay Area Hearing Voices Network
Weekly online support group offered Mondays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
​Go to the BAHVN homepage for information on how to join the meeting via Zoom.

Social Work License Map
60 Digital Resources for Mental Health can be found HERE


California Parent and Youth Helpline
​Open 8am-8pm Monday-Sunday to talk by phone or text to provide emotional support and referrals for parents and youth in English, Spanish, and other languages.
1-855-427-2736
info@caparentyouthhelpline.org




​Research Opportunity for FEP Families



​"Motivational Interviewing for Loved Ones" is a brief, 4-session course of individual coaching for parents or other family members or friends whose relative is experiencing psychosis (onset in past 5 years) and ambivalent in some way about treatment.
Participants practice approaching difficult conversations about FEP treatment by asking questions, de-escalating conflict, and affirming the autonomy of their loved one with psychosis.

Consent, assessments, and coaching sessions all occur online. Participants may receive up to $75 for completing assessments before and after the intervention.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
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SAMHSA's Serious Mental Illness Adviser
A website funded by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) and administered by APA (American Psychiatric Association) to offer updated information and resources for individuals with mental illness, as well as their family members and providers. 
https://smiadviser.org
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  • Mental Health Client Action Network (MHCAN)
  • Santa Cruz County Health
  • NAMI California website
  • NAMI National website
Donations are Tax Deductible as NAMI Santa Cruz County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. 
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Federal Tax ID # 77-0002878 
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