• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 (24/7, free, confidential support for anyone in distress)

    • Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor

    • National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 (24/7 support & safety planning)

    • RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) – Call 800-656-4673 (24/7 confidential sexual assault hotline)

    • SAMHSA Helpline – Call 1-800-662-4357 (24/7, info & referrals for mental health and substance use)

  • National Resources

    • Postpartum Support International (PSI) : postpartum.net | 1-800-944-4773
      * Specialized helpline and online support groups for postpartum depression, pregnancy loss, infertility, NICU parents, dads, and military families.

    • Resolve: The National Infertility Association: resolve.org
      * Support groups, advocacy, and education for individuals and families navigating infertility.

    • National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS)
      *24/7, free, confidential support via call or text for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

    • March of Dimes: marchofdimes.org
      * Information and resources on pregnancy, complications, prematurity, and support for parents and babies.

    • 2020 Mom: 2020mom.org
      * California-based nonprofit leading maternal mental health policy, education, and family support initiatives.

    • Maternal Mental Health NOW (Los Angeles): maternalmentalhealthnow.org
      * Training, education, and resources for birthing people and providers in Southern California.

    • The Blossom Center (Bay Area): blossomcenter.org
      * Perinatal support groups, classes, and therapy resources for families in the Bay Area.

    • Postpartum Support International – California Coordinators: Find your county coordinator
      * Each county has a local PSI coordinator connecting families to regional therapists, groups, and resources.

    Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support

    • Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support: nationalshare.org
      * Support groups, remembrance events, and educational resources for families grieving miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.

    • MISS Foundation: missfoundation.org
      * Counseling, peer-led support groups, retreats, and advocacy for families experiencing the death of a child.

    • Return to Zero: HOPE: rtzhope.org
      * Programs, retreats, online support groups, and resources for bereaved parents and their families.

    • The Compassionate Friends: compassionatefriends.org
      * National network offering peer support for parents, siblings, and grandparents grieving the death of a child at any age.

    • Pregnancy After Loss Support (PALS): pregnancyafterlosssupport.org
      * Community and resources for parents navigating pregnancy after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.

    General Grief & Bereavement Support

    • GriefShare: griefshare.org
      * Faith-based grief recovery groups offered nationwide (online and in-person).

    • National Alliance for Grieving Children: childrengrieve.org
      * Resources and support for children, teens, and families experiencing loss.

    • Dougy Center (National Center for Grieving Children & Families): dougy.org
      * Support groups, online resources, and training for children, teens, and families grieving a death.

    • Modern Loss: modernloss.com
      * Online articles, community, and events offering a candid, modern take on grief support.

  • The Trevor Project – thetrevorproject.org

    • 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth under 25.

    • Call 1-866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or use online chat.

    • Provides safe, confidential support plus educational resources and community forums

    PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays): pflag.org

    • The nation’s largest organization supporting LGBTQ+ people, families, and allies.

    • Offers local chapters across the U.S. with peer support groups, educational materials, and advocacy programs.

    • Online resources available for families navigating coming out, acceptance, and allyship.

    Local LGBTQ+ Centers (California Examples):

    • Los Angeles LGBT Center – lalgbtcenter.org
      * Comprehensive health services, mental health counseling, legal assistance, housing, and community programs.

    • San Diego LGBT Community Center – thecentersd.org
      * Offers counseling, support groups, youth services, HIV prevention, and community advocacy.

    • The LGBTQ Center Orange County – lgbtqcenteroc.org
      * Provides counseling, transgender support groups, youth programs, legal support, and wellness initiatives.

    • Sacramento LGBT Community Center – saccenter.org
      * Programs for LGBTQ+ youth, mental health counseling, trans support services, housing assistance, and advocacy.

    • Veterans Crisis Line – veteranscrisisline.net

      • 24/7, free, confidential support for Veterans, Service members, and their families.

      • Dial 988, then Press 1, text 838255, or use the online chat.

      • Available whether or not you’re enrolled in VA health care.

    • VA Mental Health Resources – mentalhealth.va.gov

      • Offers information and access to evidence-based treatment programs, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use, and family support.

      • Make the Connection: maketheconnection.net– personal stories and resources for coping with mental health challenges.

      • VA Women Veterans Call Center: 1-855-829-6636 – support for women Veterans navigating VA care.

    • Vet Centers: va.gov/find-locations – community-based counseling centers offering readjustment counseling, family services, and support for combat Veterans, survivors of MST (military sexual trauma), and bereaved military families.

    • California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet): calvet.ca.gov

      • Statewide benefits assistance, housing, education, and health programs for California Veterans and their families.

    • Disabled American Veterans (DAV) – California: davcal.org

      • Free help for Veterans filing claims, transportation assistance, and peer support.

    • Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW): vfwca.org

      • Advocacy, community programs, and support services through local posts across California.

    • American Legion – Department of California: calegion.org

      • Community support, youth mentorship, financial aid, and advocacy for Veterans and their families.

    • Local County Veterans Service Offices (CVSOs): calvet.ca.gov/VetServices

      • Connects Veterans and families to benefits, mental health resources, and local programs in each county.

    • Military OneSource – militaryonesource.mil

      • 24/7 confidential help line: 1-800-342-9647

      • Free counseling (non-medical), financial planning, relocation assistance, parenting and relationship support.

      • Available to active duty, National Guard, Reserve members, and their families.

    • Tricare Mental Health Services – tricare.mil/mentalhealth

      • Covers therapy, psychiatric care, inpatient/outpatient treatment, and telehealth.

      • Family members may access services without a referral in most cases.

    • National Military Family Association (NMFA) – militaryfamily.org

      • Programs supporting military spouses, children, and caregivers

      • Scholarships for military spouses, summer camps for children of deployed parents, and advocacy for family benefits.

    • Blue Star Families – bluestarfam.org

      • Nationwide nonprofit strengthening military families with peer networks, events, and resources.

      • Focus on employment, caregiver support, and reducing social isolation.

    • Sesame Street for Military Families – sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org

      • Free resources for children facing deployment, relocation, or a parent’s injury.

      • Videos, storybooks, and coping activities for families with young kids.

    • Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) – militarychild.org

      • Advocates for quality education and support for military-connected children.

      • Programs addressing transitions, deployment stress, and building resilience.

    • Operation Homefront – operationhomefront.org

      • Provides financial assistance, transitional housing, and family support for military families in need.

      • Special programs for back-to-school readiness, holiday meals, and emergency relief.

  • National Resources

    • National Domestic Violence Hotline: thehotline.org | Call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788

      • 24/7 confidential support in over 200 languages.

      • Safety planning, crisis counseling, and connection to local shelters and resources.

    • RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): rainn.org| Call 1-800-656-4673

      • 24/7 national sexual assault hotline.

      • Confidential support, advocacy, and connections to local crisis centers.

    • StrongHearts Native Helpline: strongheartshelpline.org| Call or text 1-844-762-8483

      • Culturally-appropriate, confidential support for Native Americans experiencing domestic or sexual violence.

    • Love is Respect (for teens & young adults):loveisrespect.org| Call 1-866-331-9474 or text LOVEIS to 22522

      • 24/7 support for young people in abusive or controlling dating relationships.

    California Statewide Resources

    • California Partnership to End Domestic Violence (CPEDV): cpedv.org

      • Statewide coalition providing advocacy, policy support, and a directory of local DV programs.

    • California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB): victims.ca.gov| Call 1-800-777-9229

      • Financial assistance for victims of violent crime, including domestic violence.

    Local Shelters & Hotlines (Examples by Region)

    • Los Angeles – Sojourn Domestic Violence Services: thepeopleconcern.org | 24/7 Hotline: 310-264-6644

      • Emergency shelter, legal advocacy, counseling, and support groups.

    • San Diego – YWCA Becky’s House Domestic Violence Programs: ywcasandiego.org| 24/7 Hotline: 619-234-3164

      • Crisis intervention, transitional housing, and family support services.

    • Orange County – Human Options: humanoptions.org| 24/7 Hotline: 877-854-3594

      • Shelter, legal advocacy, therapy, and prevention education.

    • San Bernardino & Riverside Counties – Option House / House of Ruth: houseofruthinc.org | 24/7 Hotline: 877-988-5559

      • Safe housing, counseling, legal assistance, and support services for survivors and their children.