Rafaela has a panic attack on the day of her High School Equivalency Test. She goes to the emergency room, where a doctor tells her about NYC Well, a City service that helps people manage stress and anxiety. Her family and her friend are very worried about her. Join them in this important story as they learn how to support each other and thrive. Video, practice lessons, pdfs and more!
Mental Health Services (SJ/Milpitas)
Phone: 800-704-0900
Mental Health and wellness resources to help with feelings of loneliness, grief, depression, anxiety, and other life stresses.
We have 3 offices located in Oakland, San Leandro and Newark. Our clients in Alameda County are low-income Medical recipients. We serve African-American, Caucasian, Latino, Afghan, Korean, Indian and Iranian Clients. Call 510-451-0661 for more information.
(669) 220-7104 | general@factr.org
We promote the resilience and well-being of refugees and immigrants through counseling, forensic services, educational workshops and opportunities for cultural exchange with the larger community.
Phone: 1 (408) 792-2166
Mental Illness can have a tremendous devastating effect on families, friends and loved ones. As Family members ourselves, we can help your family get back to living a healthy and meaningful life not running away from the illness, but by embracing and learning how to live with it. The Office of Family Affairs can help you during this time of need.
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