KNOWLEDGE IS POWER. INFORMATION IS LIBERATING.
EDUCATION IS THE PREMISE OF PROGRESS, IN EVERY SOCIETY, IN EVERY FAMILY.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Our needs are ever evolving based on the presenting stressors. Below are a few of the highlighted resources from a working resource list. Please do not hesitate to share any community resources not named below or share opinions about the services. If you or a loved one is struggling there are ways to get help. Please consider these resources to find help for you, a friend, or a family member. You are not alone.
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PHYSIOLOGICAL SAFETY
ALL SERVICES
U.S.
Provides confidential services to support the inquiry of local and community services.
WALK GOOD LA
PHYSICAL WELLBEING | WELLNESS
LA
WalkGood LA is a Black & Brown-led community wellness organization (501c3) based in Los Angeles. We are a family dedicated to bringing people from all walks of life together to heal in solidarity through the arts, health, & wellness.
THE NATIONAL RUNAWAY SAFELINE Call 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929)
SHELTER
U.S.
Provides advice and assistance to runaways, including resources, shelter, transportation, assistance in finding counseling, and transitioning back to home life. NRS frontline staff will also act as advocates and mediators if/as needed.
SECURITY
911 POLICE | FIRE DEPT | AMBULANCE Call 911
EMERGENCY
U.S.
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you or someone you know is in immediate danger. An emergency is any situation that requires immediate assistance from the police, fire department or ambulance due to a life threatening situation.
POISON CONTROL CENTERS: HRSA Call 1-800-222-1222
EMERGENCY
U.S.
The toll-free Poison Help line connects you to your local poison center, and is your resource for help in a poisoning emergency.
988 NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE Call or text 988
CRISIS | SUICIDE PREVENTION
U.S.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential support + resources for people in distress 24/7 in English & Spanish.
VETERANS CRISIS LINE Call 988 and then press 1 or text 838255
CRISIS | SUICIDE PREVENTION
U.S.
24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones. The Veterans Crisis Line serves Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them. Access free, confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year.
CRISIS TEXT LINE Text HOME to 741741
CRISIS | SUICIDE PREVENTION
U.S.
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
TREVOR CRISIS LINE Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text ‘START’ to 678-678
CRISIS | SUICIDE PREVENTION
U.S.
Providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people ages 13-24.
SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE Call 1-800.656.HOPE (4673)
CRISIS | SEXUAL ASSAULT
U.S.
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline.
NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE Call 1-800-799-7233
CRISIS | DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
U.S.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.
EMOTIONAL/RELATIONAL
MENTAL HEALTH TOOLS
U.S.
Resources for people who are interested in mental health. They feature the latest research, supportive resources, stories of recovery, ways to end stigma and strategies for living well.
MENTAL HEALTH TOOLS | BLACK & AFRICAN AMERICAN
LA
National training, movement building, and grant making institution that is dedicated to the healing, wellness, and liberation of Black and marginalized communities. Access free materials and educational tools.
MENTAL HEALTH TOOLS | COUPLES
U.S.
Tailored programs and self help for couples / relationship resources
MENTAL HEALTH TOOLS | ADHD
U.S.
Free webinars, suggestions, and resources for families and adults living with attention deficit disorder.
MENTAL HEALTH TOOLS | LATINX
U.S.
Mental health resources, podcasts, and materials to support individuals and families.
MENTAL HEALTH TOOLS | AAPI
U.S.
Mental health concerns, anti-bullying information, and Asian American LGBTQ resources.
LEARNING MATERIAL
May the choices of what we consume shape us to think more critically and act more justly with ourselves and others.
The Reflective Parent
By Regina Pally
BOOK
PARENTING
Man's Search for Meaning
By Viktor Frankl
BOOK
RESILIENCE | PURPOSE
Never Split the Difference
By Chris Voss
BOOK
RESILIENCE | NEGOTIATION
