Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast

Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast 💚 Struggling or in crisis? Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—24/7, free, and confidential.

Together, we can save lives and build hope across the Central Coast. This page is intended to be an open forum for discussion about all topics relating to suicide prevention. We take all comments and messages seriously and we will take appropriate steps to keep you safe. This page is not intended to be used for fundraising, solicitations, advertisements, profanity, offensive material, insults, fou

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Join our Youth Mental Health First Aid training and learn how to recognize the signs of mental health challenges, respon...
07/27/2026

Join our Youth Mental Health First Aid training and learn how to recognize the signs of mental health challenges, respond with care, and connect young people to the support they need.

📅 August 26
🕘 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
💻 Virtual via Zoom
📚 Includes 2 hours of self-paced pre-work (must be completed before training)
💲 $100 per person

This training is ideal for educators, parents, coaches, youth-serving professionals, and anyone who works with or cares about young people.

Register today through the link in our bio!

07/02/2026

We all need a little reminder sometimes 💜🩵

06/30/2026

Monterey Pride, you were amazing! 🌈💜🩵

We had so much fun connecting with our community, sharing resources, and celebrating Pride together. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table! We can’t wait to see you again next year! 🏳️‍🌈✨

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom, healing, and well-being are deeply connected. Today, we celebrate Black resilience, ...
06/19/2026

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom, healing, and well-being are deeply connected. Today, we celebrate Black resilience, honor the past, and reaffirm our commitment to building supportive communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. ❤️🖤💚
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Juneteenth nos recuerda que la libertad, la sanación y el bienestar están profundamente interconectados. Hoy celebramos la resiliencia de la comunidad negra, honramos el pasado y reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de construir comunidades solidarias en las que todos tengan la oportunidad de prosperar. ❤️🖤💚

06/18/2026

🌈 We had an amazing time celebrating community, connection, and pride at Santa Cruz Pride. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table to say hello and learn more about our services.

We’re already looking forward to Monterey Pride next Saturday and can’t wait to celebrate with you all again! 💜🫶🏽

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🌈 Nos lo pasamos muy bien celebrando la comunidad, la conexión y el orgullo en el Orgullo de Santa Cruz. Gracias a todos los que pasaron por nuestra mesa para saludar y aprender más sobre nuestros servicios.

¡Ya estamos deseando que llegue el Orgullo de Monterey el próximo sábado y no podemos esperar a celebrarlo con todos ustedes de nuevo! 💜🫶🏽

For Pride, we’re celebrating love, acceptance, and the power of connection. Just like people, every shelter pet deserves...
06/12/2026

For Pride, we’re celebrating love, acceptance, and the power of connection. Just like people, every shelter pet deserves to feel seen, valued, and loved for exactly who they are. Visit scanimalshelter.org to meet a furry friend who may be waiting for their chance to belong. Every heart deserves a home. 🌈
꩜ ⋆°૮ • ﻌ - ა⁩°⋆꩜ ꩜ ⋆°૮ • ﻌ - ა⁩°⋆꩜
En este mes del Orgullo, celebramos el amor, la aceptación y el poder de la conexión. Así como las personas, cada animal de refugio merece sentirse visto, valorado y querido tal como es. Visita scanimalshelter.org para conocer a un amigo peludo que podría estar esperando la oportunidad de encontrar un lugar al que pertenecer. Porque cada corazón merece un hogar. 🌈

The Santa Cruz Pride Parade celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and welcomes everyone to be their authentic selves. Join all...
06/09/2026

The Santa Cruz Pride Parade celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and welcomes everyone to be their authentic selves. Join allies, advocates, organizations, performers, and families as we celebrate pride, inclusion, equality, and love. 🌈❤️🏳️‍🌈
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El Desfile del Orgullo de Santa Cruz celebra a la comunidad LGBTQ+ y recibe con los brazos abiertos a todas las personas para que se expresen tal como son. Acompáñanos junto con aliados, activistas, organizaciones, artistas y familias para celebrar el orgullo, la inclusión, la igualdad y el amor. 🌈❤️🏳️‍🌈

🌈 Happy Pride Month!🌈Pride is a celebration of identity, authenticity and community. It’s also a reminder that everyone ...
06/01/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month!🌈

Pride is a celebration of identity, authenticity and community. It’s also a reminder that everyone deserves access to support, acceptance, and spaces where they can be their true selves.

This month, we honor the strength and resilience of LGBTQ+ individuals and reaffirm our commitment to promoting mental wellness, reducing stigma, and fostering belonging for all.

No one should have to face life’s challenges alone. Together, we can build a community where everyone feels seen, supported, and valued.

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🌈 ¡Feliz mes del orgullo! 🌈

El orgullo es una celebración de la identidad, la autenticidad y la comunidad. También es un recordatorio de que todos merecen acceso a apoyo, aceptación y espacios donde puedan ser ellos mismos.

Este mes, honramos la fuerza y la resistencia de las personas LGBTQ+ y reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de promover el bienestar mental, reducir el estigma y fomentar la pertenencia para todos

Nadie debería tener que enfrentar los desafíos de la vida solo. Juntos, podemos construir una comunidad donde todos se sientan vistos, apoyados y valorados.

🌿Mental Health Monday 🌿Start your week with intention. A small goal, a kind thought, or a moment for yourself can shape ...
05/18/2026

🌿Mental Health Monday 🌿
Start your week with intention. A small goal, a kind thought, or a moment for yourself can shape the days ahead. What’s your intention for this week? 💚


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🌿Lunes de Salud Mental 🌿
Comienza tu semana con intención. Una pequeña meta, un pensamiento amable o un momento para ti mismo pueden dar forma a los días que tienes por delante. ¿Cuál es tu intención para esta semana? 💚

🌿Mental Health Mondays🌿Early support can make a lasting difference. Reaching out for help, checking in with someone you ...
05/11/2026

🌿Mental Health Mondays🌿
Early support can make a lasting difference. Reaching out for help, checking in with someone you care about, or accessing support early can improve mental health outcomes and remind people they don’t have to navigate challenges alone.

This week for mental health awareness month. We are highlighting SAMHSA’s message: Early Support Matters.

You don’t have to wait for things to feel serious enough to ask for help support matters at every stage. 💜🩵


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🌿Lunes de Salud Mental🌿
El apoyo temprano puede marcar una diferencia duradera. Buscar ayuda, interesarse por el bienestar de alguien a quien se aprecia o acceder a apoyo de manera temprana puede mejorar los resultados en salud mental y recordar a las personas que no tienen que afrontar los desafíos en soledad.

Esta semana, en el marco del Mes de la Concientización sobre la Salud Mental, destacamos el mensaje de SAMHSA: El apoyo temprano importa.

No tienes que esperar a que la situación parezca lo suficientemente grave como para pedir ayuda; el apoyo es importante en cada etapa.💜🩵

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