The Family Service Agency of Santa Cruz County operates the national 988 suicide and crisis lifeline for Santa Cruz, Monterey and San Benito counties. This lifeline provides an immediate and over-the-phone connection to compassionate, supportive, and accessible care for anyone experiencing mental-related distress, or those who are trying to help a loved one who’s struggling.
Calls, text and chats, from Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito are answered by trained volunteers here at Family Service Agency who listen, understand how problems are affecting callers, provide support, and connect them to resources if and when necessary.
Become a Crisis Line Volunteer By becoming a crisis line volunteer, you can make a positive difference in someone’s life. Volunteering on our 24- Hour crisis line is a great way to gain experience, learn new skills, and become part of an amazing, compassionate community. Through our training program, we will teach you how to respond to those in crisis and offer a safe space where people can call for free, confidential support.
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