988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, and suicide prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved one. (The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline was formerly called the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline).

Web pages

• Home - https://988lifeline.org/
• Veterans Crisis Line - www.veteranscrisisline.net - call 988 then press 1
• 988 FAQs - https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988/faqs
• 988 overview and resources - https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988

Adult Protective Services provides a support system to elderly and dependent adults who may be subject to neglect, physical abuse or exploitation, or who are unable to protect their own best interests.

The best way to report suspected elder or dependent abuse, is to call Adult Protective Services at 530-265-1639.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/1451/Adult-Protective-Services

The Alzheimer's Association seeks to eliminate Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia through:

• Research
• Connecting people to research studies through TrialMatch
• Advocates for policies and laws that support individuals with dementia and their caregivers
• Raises awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
• Safety services
• Care and support for individuals with all forms of dementia (or mild cognitive impairment), family, friends and professional caregivers through a Helpline (800-272-3900, 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week)
• Care consultations
• Education workshops
• Conferences
• Support groups for caregivers and a group for persons with Alzheimer's or other dementias in the early stage
• Written and online materials in multiple languages
• Respite grants

Headquarters: 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601

Local Office: 1455 Response Rd suite 190, Sacramento, CA 95815


Web pages

• Home - https://www.alz.org/norcal

California HOPE (CalHOPE) delivers crisis phone support and a warm line 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).

Services include:

• Individual and Group Crisis Counseling and Support
• Individual and Public Education
• Community Networking and Support
• Connection to Resources
• Media and Public Service Announcements
• CalHOPE Warm Line: 833-317-HOPE (4673)
  • California Peer Run Warm Line (ext. 1): Operates 24/7. Also 855-845-7415
    
    

Web pages

• CalHope - https://www.calhope.org/
• FEMA - https://www.fema.gov/
• DHCS - https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Pages/default.aspx

Nevada Child Welfare Services​ responds to child abuse and neglect reports 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Reports may be made at any time. All referrals are investigated within mandated timeframes.

​Call 888-456-9380 or 530-273-4291 to report child abuse or neglect. If phones do not pick up, call 2-1-1 or 833-342-5211.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/1023/Child-Welfare-Services

Children's System of Care offers comprehensive services for children and youth who may be at risk in Placer County.

Eligibility

Eligibility for Placer Children's mental health services includes full scope Medi-Cal beneficiaries, and County Medical Services Program (CMSP) beneficiaries with low or no share of cost. Those who do not meet these eligibility criteria are assessed on an individual basis regarding their need for services.
For questions please call Family and Children's Services at 916-872-6549 or toll free 866-293-1940.

Services Available

• 24-hour response for minors at risk of abuse or neglect
• Adoptions and Foster Home placement and licensing
• Behavioral and Mental Health Services
• Child Welfare services
• Educational Assistance and Information for System-Involved and At Promise Youth - Placer County Office of Education
  
  

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2050/Childrens-System-of-Care
• Behavioral and Mental Health Services - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2052/Childrens-Me…

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AlterCareLine provides free non-clinical social, emotional, and crisis support via phone or chat to Californians age 12 and older. Services are also available in Spanish.

In addition to support for adults, AlterCareLine counselors are well trained to help middle school, high school, and college students with situations such as family conflicts, homelessness, isolation, problems with friends, bullying, school pressures, suicidal ideation, navigating the online world, academic and financial pressures, or mental health issues.

The AlterCareLine emotional support line is part of the CalHOPE Connect initiative which is a partnership of the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) and Alter Health Group.


Web pages

• Home -https://www.altercareline.com/

The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care. The caring, qualified responders at the Veterans Crisis Line are specially trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances.

To receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year...

• CALL 988 and Press 1
• CHAT online at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat
• TEXT 838255

Connects primarily Veterans and service members in crisis and their families and friends with qualified Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text.

Web pages

• Main page - https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

A project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, love is respect offers 24/7 information, support, and advocacy to teens and young adults who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships. They also provide support to concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, and other service providers through the same free and confidential services via phone, text, and live chat.

• Phone - 24-hour support line 866-331-9474
• Text - Text LOVEIS to 22522
• Chat - Click Chat option on love is respect home page

Web pages

• Home - https://www.loveisrespect.org/
• Get help 24/7 - https://www.loveisrespect.org/get-relationship-help-24-7-365/

The National Disaster Distress Helpline is a multilingual, confidential helpline that offers crisis support services available to all U.S. disaster survivors or responders, 24/7, 365 days a year.

To connect with a trained crisis counselor:

• Call 1-800-985-5990
• Text TalkWithUs to 66746
• For Spanish speaking callers, call 1-800-985-5990 and dial 2 for 24/7 bilingual support.

Crisis counselors provide:

• Crisis counseling for people in emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
  • Examples include: fires, storms, floods, earthquakes, droughts, disease outbreaks, or incidents of mass violence
• Information on how to recognize distress and its effects on individuals and families. 
  • Note: stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster.
• Tips for healthy coping.
• Referrals to local crisis call centers for additional follow-up care and support.

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