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Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
If you or someone you know is in crisis and need immediate help, please call 911 or call/text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline).
MCOE is committed to supporting schools, students, and families with resources to address suicide prevention for our students.
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Local Resources
Mendocino County Behavioral Services Crisis LineIf you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need help right away. |
Phone: (855) 838-0404 |
Youth Crisis LineYouth Workers are available 24/7 to respond to teens in crisis who are between the ages of 12 to 18. |
Phone: (707) 463-HELP or (707) 463-4915 |
Strength AfterIf you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7. Our mission is to provide a hub to share stories of hope and recovery encompassing all types of natural and human-caused disaster. |
Phone: (800) 985-5990 |
Redwood Community Services - Crisis Response ServicesProvides crisis intervention services to all persons regardless of insurance. This includes emergency mental health, evaluation, assessments, interventions, aftercare and follow up services. |
Phone: (800) 985-5990 |
Carelon Behavioral HealthCarelon’s system is built on a strong support structure of doctors, nurses, advocates, and mentors fulfilling members’ behavioral, physical, and social health needs. |
Phone: (855) 765-9703 |
Mendocino County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services – Fort Bragg OfficeBehavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS), Mental Health program cares for the people of Mendocino County whose lives are affected by mental illness. |
Phone: (707) 961-2265 |
Mendocino County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services – Ukiah OfficeBehavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS), Mental Health program cares for the people of Mendocino County whose lives are affected by mental illness. |
Phone: (707) 472-2300 |
Redwood Community Services – Ukiah OfficeSpecialized therapeutic and behavioral health services to youth, adults, and families across the lifespan. |
Phone: (707) 472-2922 |
Redwood Community Services – Willits OfficeSpecialized therapeutic and behavioral health services to youth, adults, and families across the lifespan. |
Phone: (707) 459-9900 |
Redwood Community Services – Fort Bragg OfficeSpecialized therapeutic and behavioral health services to youth, adults, and families across the lifespan. |
Phone: (707) 964-1136 |
Manzanita Services – UkiahWellness Center: open door peer support |
Phone: (707) 463-0405 |
Manzanita Services – Willits OfficeCare Management by appointment. |
Phone: (707) 456-9020 |
NAMI Mendocino CountySupport people in our community who are living with mental health challenges, have a friend or family member living with mental health issues, feel alone and isolated, and need information about mental illness, local services and support. |
Redwood Coast Senior CenterPeer Counseling |
Phone: (707) 964-0443 |
Ukiah Senior CenterProvide counseling for seniors in their own homes. |
Phone: (707) 462-4343 |
Downloadable Guides & Resources
Shine Light on Depression
Depression and suicide are hiding in plain sight – affecting more and more young people. Get involved in creating real and hopeful conversations around mental health in your school community. Help teens speak openly and get the support they need.
Visit Shine A Light on Depression website to find free and helpful depression awareness and suicide prevention programs and resources.
Additional Resources
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National Hotlines & Websites
If your child is having difficulties, please do not hesitate to reach out for help. Call your child’s school or email their counselor for support.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
or dial/text 988
Línea directa nacional española de prevención del suicidio
1-888-628-9454
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline website
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Mental Health America - Centro de Recursos de Salud Mental en Español website
Mendocino County Crisis Hotline
1-855-838-0404
The Crisis Line is for someone who is experiencing a mental health crisis and needs help right away. The line is toll-free and open 24/7.
Mendocino County Warm Line
707-472-2311
The Warm Line is a telephone-based non-crisis support that provides emotional support and a compassionate ear for Mendocino County residents. It's a resource for individuals who are feeling stressed, isolated, overwhelmed, or need emotional support. The Warm Line is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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