Soledad Unified School District Suicide Prevention & Intervention Handbook 2024

Suicide prevention is a critical issue that requires awareness, education, and access to resources. Here, you will find a comprehensive list of national and local resources available in Monterey County to support individuals in crisis and promote mental health.

National Resources

Suicide and Crises Lifeline: Call or Text 988 Available 24 hours

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Website: Suicide Prevention Hotline

Phone: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Text: Text “HELLO” to 741741

Description: 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.

Crisis Text Line

Website: Crises Text Line

Text: Text “HOME” to 741741

Description: Offers free, 24/7 support via text message. Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, connecting them with a trained Crisis Counselor.

The Trevor Project

Website: The Trevor Project

Phone: 1-866-488-7386

Text: Text “START” to 678678

Description: The leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.

Local Resources (Monterey County)

Monterey County Behavioral Health

Website: Monterey County Behavioral Health 

Phone: 1-888-258-6029

Description: Provides a range of mental health services including crisis intervention, support for individuals with severe mental illness, and suicide prevention resources.

Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula (CHOMP) - Behavioral Health Services

Website: Montage Health

Phone: 1-888-258-6029

Description: Offers comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder services, including inpatient and outpatient care.

Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast

Website: Suicide Prevention Services

Phone: 1-877-663-5433

Description: A program of Family Service Agency of the Central Coast providing a 24-hour crisis line, outreach, education, and support groups for individuals and families.

Natividad Medical Center - Behavioral Health Unit

Website: Natividad

Phone: 1-831-755-4111

Description: Offers a Behavioral Health Unit providing emergency psychiatric services, inpatient treatment, and crisis intervention.

Pajaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance, Inc. (PVPSA)

Website: Pajaro Valley Prevention and Assistance

Phone: 1-831-728-6445

Description: Provides counseling, prevention education, and intervention services to youth and families in Monterey County and beyond.

Additional Resources

• California Department of Education - Suicide Prevention: Link

• Monterey County Office of Education - Mental Health and Wellness: Link

It is essential to recognize the signs of someone in crisis and know that help is available. Whether through national hotlines, local services, or community support, there are numerous resources ready to provide assistance.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

For more information or to access these resources, visit the provided links or contact the organizations directly. 

For more information about counseling and mental health services in the Soledad Unified School District, contact your school site, The Family Resource Center 831-678-3950 ext. 00201 or Brad Smith, Director of Student and Family Services 831-678-2866