Contra Costa Crisis Center

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New Podcast Alert: In this episode, Councilmember Edi Birsan talks with Tom Tamura, executive director of the Contra Costa Crisis Center, which runs the 211 Cal...l Center. Simply by dialing 211 or texting HOPE to 20121, Contra Costa residents can be connected to help 24/7! From food assistance to parenting resources to COVID testing sites, callers can connect with lifesaving programs and services. Listen now on: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com//concord-connecte/id1546285646 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-615690688 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6StRWl17vGtwJii9lbE9QS

Not the End 2021 Virtual Mental Health Community Event Teen Conference (grades 7/12): Saturday 2/20/21, 9 am to 12:30 pm Sunday 2/21/21, 9 am to 12 pm... Parents / Adults Only Session: Sunday 2/21/21, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Not the End is aimed to stimulate conversation around mental health and suicide through peer to peer connection and communication. Join us for engaging conversations on mental health, expert speakers, and stress-relieving activities. Participating Organizations: BeingWellCa, Contra Costa Crisis Center, ZCares, A Brighter Day, Sewa International Speakers from: Stanford, NAMI, and Discovery Counseling Center Student-led Organizations: Rewire Youth and more Registration Link: http://nottheend.org/Home/Index San Ramon Valley High School Contra Costa Crisis Center

Happy #211Day! Every hour of every day, someone in the United States needs essential services. We are so grateful to be available 24 hours a day to provide those services and also be here for when you just need someone to talk to. Thank you to every single one of you for all of your support over the years. We’re proud to have been here for 58 years of touching lives and are ready to keep helping. To all of our current and former board members, call specialists, new trainees, staff and current volunteers, funders and donors, partner organizations - THANK YOU! None of this would be possible without you. #211ContraCosta #Startwith211 #WithHelpComesHope

Leading up to 211 day, we're highlighting the ways 211 can connect people in need with services. If you're experiencing homelessness, the first step in getting into housing and getting back on the road to self-sufficiency starts with connecting to help. From Hello to Help 211 is here.

No matter what, you matter. If you’re struggling emotionally or having thoughts of suicide, or know someone who is struggling right now, call 211 or text HOPE to 20121, or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). We're available 24/7 and want to help you through this.

Your vote matters! Visit the California election in site, or call us at 211 for info on locations, ballot tracking, and more. #vote https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections

Thanks so much for this great information, and for the shout out, Jovilei! #mentalhealthmatters #bethe1to #health #COVID #copingwithcovid

9-8-8 is making progress! While initially approved in 2018, and not taking effect until 2022, each step is exciting progress. This article refers to more funding to crisis centers to support increased capacity to respond to increased call volume. This is especially good news for those with #mentalhealth issues. The article also reports about improving support services for LGBTQ+ youth, for minorities, and for people in rural counties. https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-signs-law-making-988-

Election day is November 3rd - one week away! Your vote matters. Your voice matters. Call 2-1-1 for information about early and Election Day voting locations, how to track a mail in ballot, voter registration, and more. Or you can text with us - start a conversation by texting your zip code to 898211. #VOTE #VoteEarly

Suicide Prevention for First Responders A Facebook Live Panel with Each Mind Matters October 28, 2020, 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Register on Eventbrite join LIVE at [www.facebook.com/EachMindMatters]www.facebook.com/EachMindMatters. Protecting Those Who Serve "Fit for Duty" goes beyond our physical fitness and it's equally important for us to take care of our mental fitness. The incidents and stressors that we deal with every day, the ones we "shrug off" as "part of the job...", can mount up over time and take a toll. We need to remain vigilant and look for signs of distress in our colleagues, our brothers and sisters. Courage is not found in covering up these traumas, but is found in acknowledging them, and seeking help, so that we are stronger and more prepared for the next emergency. www.eachmindmatters.org www.suicideispreventable.org See more

For the 7th year in a row, Mental Health America released its annual State of Mental Health Report, which ranks all 50 states and the District of Columbia based on several #mentalhealth and access measures. #StateofMentalHealthInAmerica2021 This year’s report includes a spotlight on the impact of #COVID-19 on mental health, using the over 1.5 million people who have taken a screen on MHA Screening from January to September 2020. #mentalhealthawareness #education Read the full report here: https://mhanational.org/issues/state-mental-health-america

Suicide Prevention for First Responders A Facebook Live Panel with @Each Mind Matters October 28, 2020, 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Register on Eventbrite join LIVE at [www.facebook.com/EachMindMatters]www.facebook.com/EachMindMatters. Protecting Those Who Serve... www.eachmindmatters.org www.suicideispreventable.org

Mental Health Voters Matter! Now more than ever we need elected officials who support people impacted by #mentalillness. Voting is an important tool to make sure your voice is heard! 1-in-5 Americans are living with a mental illness - if this includes you or a family member or friend or coworker, your vote is so important. #vote. Get the facts before you vote - nonpartisan info for CA voters at votersedge.org.

While SAME DAY registration will still be possible, TODAY is the last day to register to vote to receive your mail-in ballot before election day. #RegisterToVote #VoteEarly #VoteByMail @CAgovernor Register to vote here: http://RegisterToVote.ca.gov, and skip the lines and paperwork on #ElectionDay!

If you need us, we are here 24/7. Call 211 or text HOPE to 20121 for connections to expert, caring help or just to talk. #MondayMotivation #copingwithcovid #stress #anxiety

Your vote is your voice! Call 211 for early voting and Election Day polling places, and info on voter registration, tracking your mail ballot, and more. #voteearly #vote

Election day is November 3rd! Your vote matters. Your voice matters. Call 2-1-1 for information about early and Election Day voting locations, how to track a mail in ballot, voter registration, and more. Or you can text with us - start a conversation by texting your zip code to 898211. #VOTE #VoteEarly