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Hemet & San Jacinto Including Surrounding Area
Faith Based Resource Directory
“Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Ephesians 4:3
Table of Contents
Faith Based Organizations A-Z………………………………………………Pages 2-6
Addiction, Counseling, Food and Clothing, Grief Support, Homelessness, Mental Health and Children/Youth Resources
Community Resource Organizations A-Z………………………………Pages 7-9
Church Resource List ● 12 Step Recovery Programs…………………..………………………….Page 10 ● Clothing…………………………………………………………………………….Page 10 ● Food Banks or Meals…………………………………………………………Page 10 ● Grief Support…………………………………………………………………….Page 11 ● Shelters…………………………………………………………………………….Page 11
Grief Support Resources………………………………………………………Page 12 Mental Health Ministry Resources for Churches………………….Pages 13-15 Volunteer Opportunities………………………………………………………Page 16
The Hemet and San Jacinto Faith Based Resource Directory is published and distributed by:
www.lilgaryslegacy.org
475 W Stetson Ave #T-359 Hemet, CA 92543 Please email additions or corrections to [email protected]
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Faith Based Organizations Serving Hemet & San Jacinto
Birth Choice no-cost Resources:
● Pregnancy Testing ● Limited Obstetric Ultrasound- First Trimester (Upon Approval) ● Confidential, Caring Discussion with a Client Advocate ● Choices Education ● Referrals to Helpful Resources ● Maternity Home Information ● Material Assistance Boutique ● Post Abortion Help & Support
https://birthchoicecenters.org/
Hemet Location: 3989 W Stetson Ave Suite 200 Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 766-6100
Calicinto Ranch is a Non Profit Organization located in San Jacinto. There are over 70,000 children in Southern California who have at least one parent incarcerated. Statistics show us 7 out of 10 of these children follow their parent’s path into prison. Calicinto Ranch-Boys & Girls of Incarceration Rescue Foundation is reaching out to provide a different way of life for these children-the forgotten victims of crime. Our hope is to give children a life changing experience! For more information, please visit our website.
https://www.calicintoranch.org/
P.O. Box 1225 San Jacinto, CA 92581 951-654-6838
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling your life. See local Churches offering Celebrate Recovery on page (9)
https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ or go to https://locator.crgroups.info/
Our mission is to serve families and individuals in the Inland Empire through professional, compassionate and evidence-based mental health services which are rooted in community and faith.
http://www.ccs-cares.org/ 101 East Redlands Blvd suite 215 Redlands, CA 92373 (909) 793-1078 Page (2)
Temecula Location:
41750 Winchester Rd. Suite O Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 296-3441
COM's mission is helping at-risk kids to break the cycle of poverty, illiteracy, drugs, violence, delinquency, gangs and incarceration. COM raises scholarships for children of incarcerated parents to escape the road of criminal behavior and self-destruction. COM offers at-risk and needy children scholarships to engage in camping and mentoring and the annual Angel Tree Christmas party. COM thrives on empowering kids with a second chance to be winners and champions.
https://www.communityoutreachministry.org/ 23905 Clinton Keith Suite 114 #116 Wildomar, CA 92595 Phone: (951) 698-7650 [email protected]
Our primary mission is to provide emergency food and shelter to local residents in need. We assist families in low-income brackets as well as those on fixed-incomes or those who are unemployed or underemployed. Each year we provide services to thousands of families, veterans, seniors, single mothers and homeless individuals and families in the valley and surrounding areas.
http://hemetcommunitypantry.org/
Monday – Thursday 9:30am to 12:00pm Must Arrive by 11:30am 191 So. Columbia Street Mailing Address: Hemet, CA 92544 PO Box 763 Phone: (951) 929-1101 Hemet, CA 92546
https://www.facebook.com/RiversideCountyFaithInMotion/
FIM Contacts: Susan Mahoney, Children’s Services Division Michael McConnell, Adult Services Division (951) 413-5471 (951) 358-7063 [email protected] [email protected]
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Faith in Motion (FIM) is a model of collaborative engagement
between local, faith-based communities and the Children’s
Services Division and Adult Services Division of Riverside
County. FIM connects faith-based partners with the most
vulnerable members of our communities. FIM matches the
mission and passion of faith-based organizations to children,
youth, families, elderly and disabled adults in need. These
opportunities for service have meaning for people of faith and
fills gaps that government agencies cannot fill.
Monthly meetings are on the 4th Thursday of each month @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
In Western Riverside County Join us at 11070 Magnolia Ave., Conference Room (middle of building), Riverside, 92503
GriefShare is a network of thousands of grief recovery support groups meeting
around the world. GriefShare is a program with direction and purpose. With
GriefShare you will learn how to walk the journey of grief and be supported on the
way. It is a place where hurting people find healing and hope.
See local Churches offering GriefShare on page (10) or www.griefshare.org to find a group with zip code.
We are a privately funded, non-profit, live in, residential recovery program located in east Hemet, utilizing our 2.5 acre property with multiple homes and structures. Our focus is on growing in Christ through daily study, biblical counseling and life training. We are a multi-phase ministry that advances our guest’s responsibilities as he advances in his maturity and growth. We are blessed to serve alongside of 412 Church in San Jacinto, where we attend services, receive teaching, counsel, and pastoral leadership.
https://www.libertymensranch.com/ 45720 E Florida Ave. Hemet CA, 92544 Office: (951) 292-1502 Director: (951) 642-0650
Assistance for Women also available
lil’ Gary’s Legacy is dedicated to “Good Works in Loving Memory”. Our website and facebook page focus on suicide prevention and resources for families that have experienced this type of loss. We also provide information and referrals to organizations that work with mentally ill individuals and their families. Our goal is to reach out in loving memory and offer hope and encouragement by sharing our story. Gary and Kathryn Ross
www.lilgaryslegacy.org 475 W Stetson Ave #T-359 Hemet, CA 92543 [email protected]
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My City Youth Center is an incorporated 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization located in the city of Hemet, California, which provides a safe place for at-risk youth ages 8 to 18 to gather. We offer free programs including art, guitar lessons, dance instruction, gymnastics, an outdoor skate park, a recreation room, computer programming, tutoring, and after school homework help in addition to these programs, a Tech & Trade program is currently being developed that will address the job training and employment needs of at-risk youth, ages 16-28.
TEEN PARENT PROGRAM The teen parent program provides at-risk and low income teen parents with counseling, parenting classes and guidance in completing high school, continuing on to college, finding jobs, and becoming successful parents. There are field trips, weekly trips to the park, quarterly fun activities, and an on-site play area where moms and their little ones can gather each week. MOMMY SHOPPE The Mommy Shoppe is a fully stocked store that we provide for teen parents to shop for their child. “Mommy Bucks” are the only currency used to make purchases in the Mommy Shoppe. These bucks are earned through participation in Teen Parent activities (listed above), and through school attendance, employment, wellness checkups for baby, immunizations, reading to their child and more. The Mommy Shoppe offers baby supplies, such as activity or play centers, bassinets, bibs, blankets, bouncy seats, carriers, car seats, changing tables, clothes (new and gently used), cribs,
diaper bags, diapers, wipes, formula, high chairs, shoes, socks, jackets, gloves, strollers, swings and more.
My City Youth Center Family Resource Library Open Monday-Thursday 9 am-1 pm The Library has great books and DVD's that address issues families are facing; Bullying, Substance Abuse and Addiction, Mental Health, Marriage, Parenting, Single Parenting, Media Culture, Dating, Grief plus Christian Living and Novels. See Complete Library List in separate PDF file.
http://www.mycityyouthcenter.com/ 145 N Tahquitz Ave. Hemet CA. 92543
MAILING ADDRESS: PO Box 28, Hemet, CA 92546 (951) 652-0647 [email protected]
Path of Life Ministries serves all of Riverside County. Programs include: Community Shelter, Family Shelter, Cold Weather Shelter, Rapid Rehousing for families, Permanent Supportive Housing, Behavioral Health, Child Care and Rent Assistance. To access services call 951-462-9822 to be placed on a list for contact.
https://www.thepathoflife.com/ 1240 Palmyrta Ave #A Riverside, CA 92507 951-462-9822 Contact: Braden Colon [email protected]
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DOING THE MOST GOOD The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, our ministry is motivated by the love of God, and our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ as we meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Every program we offer is rooted in our passion to serve God by serving the lost, the vulnerable, the needy, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the hopeless.
https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/provide-shelter/ 340 S Palm Ave Hemet, CA 92545 951-791-9495
We exist to share that all life is precious. Over 60 million babies have been lost to abortion since 1973. We're
here to raise awareness to this terrible holocaust. But, it's not simply a
matter of knowing, we want to make a symbol for all to see. Each year in
January we host a rally/walk and plant crosses at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Hemet to create the
"Cemetery of the Innocent". It is our hope that you will join us to create this powerful visual of the innocent
lives that have been lost. We provide crosses for any Church that would like to participate http://valleyprolife.org/ [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/valleyprolifehemet/
WrightWay Advocacy- Of the Spirit Support Group offers emotional and spiritual resources for the journey of special needs parenting and caregiving. Sharing personal insights as the parent of a 12-year-old son with special needs, a certified life coach, former social services administrator - Selina Davis, B.A. offers twelve encouraging weeks of group and 1:1 support and faith-filled tools to support advocating mother and father caregivers in families with special needs and differently abled loved ones. Selina also provides support to the leadership teams of faith, family and churches in which group members are attending. Powerful for all participants the built-in reflection and discussion questions make Of The Spirit Ministry for Special Needs Families an ideal, real-life resource for faith groups.
http://wrightwayadvocacy.bravesites.com/of-the-spirit-faith-based-support Support Group is Free to participants. Please email us with subject line Of The Spirit | Adaptive Spirit 12 Week Group at: [email protected] Selina Davis, B.A. http://wrightwayadvocacy.bravesites.com/ 951-782-1550
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Community Resource Organizations A-Z
Inland Empire and Desert Cities Chapter The grassroots work we do focuses on eliminating the loss of life from suicide by: delivering innovative prevention programs, educating the public about risk factors and warning signs, raising funds for suicide research and programs, and reaching out to those individuals who have lost someone to suicide. As a part of AFSP’s growing nationwide network of chapters, we bring together people from all backgrounds
who want to prevent suicide in our communities. Families and friends who have lost someone to suicide, vulnerable individuals, mental health professionals, clergy, educators, students, community/business leaders, and many others energize our chapter.
Area Director: Jessica van der Stad (855) 869-AFSP (2377) [email protected] https://afsp.org/chapter/afsp-inland-empire-and-desert-cities/
The It’s Up to Us campaign is designed to empower residents of Riverside County to talk openly about mental illness, recognize symptoms, utilize local resources and seek help. By raising awareness and providing access to local resources, we aim to inspire wellness, reduce stigma and prevent suicide. Recovery is possible and help is available. It’s Up to Us to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing mental health challenges by offering support and providing opportunities. https://up2riverside.org HELPline 951-686-HELP (4357)
NAMI Mt San Jacinto is a grassroots organization of families and individuals whose lives have been affected by serious mental illness. We advocate for lives of quality and
respect, without discrimination and stigma, for all our constituents. We provide leadership in advocacy, legislation, policy development, education and support throughout the Hemet, San Jacinto Valley, Mid County Region in Riverside County and the Inland Empire.
https://namimtsanjacinto.org/ Mailing address: PO Box 716 San Jacinto, CA 92581 Phone: 951-765-1850 (not a crisis line) [email protected] Page (7)
Million Kids is dedicated to combating human trafficking, sex trafficking, child pornography and exploitation through education, training, prevention and supportive services.
https://www.millionkids.org/home.html PO Box 7295 Riverside CA 92513 (951) 323-0298 [email protected]
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) are advocates for the belief that disability does not mean inability. Independence and self-responsibility are fostered by respect for the individual’s autonomy and by empowering the individual to make informed decisions. It is important
that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their potential competence with opportunities to perform functional and meaningful activities or work with support, if needed, to promote success.
https://www.tmi-inc.org/temecula-office 41707 Winchester Rd., Suite 206 Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 296-2090
U.S.VETS – Inland Empire is located at the March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County and provides housing and supportive services to 280 veterans and their families throughout the Inland Empire.
https://www.usvetsinc.org/inland-empire/ 15305 6th Street March Air Reserve Base, CA 92518 (951) 656-6893 Veterans Seeking Housing Albert Rivera (951) 269-1119 [email protected] Veterans Seeking Employment Stanton Weeks (951) 290-9091 [email protected] Veterans Seeking Family Services Raushanah Walker (951)293-2591 [email protected]
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Donations Denise Desirello (951) 206-2631 [email protected] Volunteer Opportunities Karina Novoa (951) 337-3913 [email protected]
Outreach Specialist Vinae Roberts (951) 203-3789, [email protected] Outreach Coordinator Alberto Rivera ( 951) 269-1119 [email protected]
Contact Jill Prieboy-Director of Integrated Work For information on how TMI can provide volunteers for your church or organization. Work Cell: (619) 956-6339 (951) 296-2090 Ext. 403
Valley Restart is a shelter and resource center for persons experiencing homelessness located in the Hemet-San Jacinto Valley. Incorporated in 1989 as a 501c3 not for profit agency, Valley Restart is supported by a collaboration of the public, private and religious sectors. Valley Restart Shelter seeks to help end homelessness in the Hemet-San Jacinto Valley.
http://valleyrestart.info/ The Shelter is located at: 200 E Menlo Ave Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 766-7467 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1715 Hemet, CA 92543
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Resources Offered By Local Churches Listed by Type of Resource
12 STEP RECOVERY PROGRAMS
Calvary Chapel Hemet 26121 Hemet St, Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 927-6117 One Step to Freedom - Mondays 7 PM Fellowship Hall
Community Christian Church
41762 Stetson Ave, Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 929-2135 Celebrate Recovery – Tuesdays 7 PM
Hemet Valley Baptist Church 1480 N Kirby St, Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 487-8830 Celebrate Recovery – Mondays 6:00 PM
Salvation Army 340 S Palm Ave, Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 791-9497 Beyond Recovery – Sundays 6 PM
San Jacinto Assembly of God Church 300 W. First St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 (951) 654-0886 Celebrate Recovery – Mondays 6:30 PM
Valle Vista Assembly Of God 45252 State Highway 74, Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 927-6868 Celebrate Recovery – Women Tuesdays 7 PM
Men Friday 7 PM
CLOTHING
Seventh Day Adventist 27025 Girard St, Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 929-2632 [email protected] Contact for clothing including uniforms and items for work.
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Valle Vista Assembly of God 45252 State Highway 74, Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 927-6868 Blessing Closet – Free Clothing Saturday 10 AM –12 PM
FOOD BANKS AND MEALS
Church of Acts 2385 S San Jacinto Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583 (951) 658-5098 Bread Basket Food Bank Open Monday and Friday 8 AM – 11 AM To receive an emergency food box and sack lunch must arrive before 10:45 AM https://www.breadbaskethemet.com/
Cross Road 243 Christian Fellowship 29375 Highway 243, Mountain Center CA, 92561 (951) 659-0080 Food Bank – Thursdays 1-2 PM
Grace & Mercy Apostolic Church 1122 S State St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 (951) 654-4514 Food Bank – Saturdays 9:30 AM – 11 AM
Hemet Christian Assembly of God 200 S Harvard St, Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 658-5260 Food Bank – every other Friday 4:00 – 4:30 PM
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
26340 Soboba St, Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-8544 Food Bank – Saturdays 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Salvation Army 340 S Palm Ave, Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 791-9497 Food Bank – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 12-3
San Jacinto Assembly of God Church
157 S Ramona Blvd, San Jacinto, CA 92583
(951) 654-0886 Food Bank – Last Friday of the Month, Call for Time
Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church 780 S State St, Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 929-6131 Food Distribution – 4th Tuesday of the Month 8 AM
GRIEF SUPPORT
Calvary Chapel Hemet 26121 Hemet St, Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 927-6117 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule 412 Church 1450 W 7th St, San Jacinto, CA 92582 (951) 654-1401 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule Cross Road 243 Christian Fellowship 29375 Highway 243, Mountain Center CA, 92561 (951) 659-0080 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule Grace & Mercy Apostolic Church 1122 S State St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 (951) 654-4514 Grief Counseling – by Appointment Hemet Valley Baptist Church 1480 N Kirby St, Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 487-8830 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule Holy Spirit Catholic Church
26340 Soboba St, Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-8544 Bereavement Class – Wednesday 5 PM Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 701 N Sanderson Ave Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 925-6121 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule Page (11)
Salvation Army 340 S Palm Ave, Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 791-9497 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule San Jacinto Assembly of God Church
157 S Ramona Blvd, San Jacinto, CA 92583
(951) 654-0886 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule DP City Church 27100 Girard St, Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 658-0717 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule Fellowship Baptist Church 375 N Sanderson Ave, Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 929-6273 Grief Share – Contact Church for Current Schedule Bible Fellowship Church 26835 Columbia St, Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 652-8558 Grief Share – Get Schedule @ www.griefshare.org Hemet Valley Christian Church 330 S Franklin St, Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 925-7212 Grief Counseling – Contact Church for Appointment
SHELTERS
Path of Life Ministries – Serves all of Riverside County 1240 Palmyrta Ave #A, Riverside, CA 92506 (951) 462-9822 Call to be placed on a list for contact. Braden Colon [email protected] www.thepathoflife.com Salvation Army Shelter 340 S Palm Ave, Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 791-9497 [email protected] http://hemet.salvationarmy.org/
Grief Support Resources Hemet Valley and Surrounding Areas
Mothers Living After Child Loss Meets in Hemet the 2nd Saturday of each month Contact: Sherrill Schoof [email protected] 951-925-5487
Grief Share is a network of thousands of grief recovery support groups meeting around the world. GriefShare is a program with direction and purpose. With Grief Share you will learn how to walk the journey of grief and be supported on the way. It is a place where hurting people find healing and hope. To find a Grief Share group near you go to www.griefshare.org search by zip code. For local Churches offering GriefShare see our Church Resource Directory Page 11
Hemet Hospice Adult Bereavement Program This group meets once a week and is open to anyone grieving the recent death of a loved one. Please contact our office at (951) 766-9629 for dates and times. Location: 890 W. Stetson Ave., Ste. A, Hemet, CA
Walk ‘n Talk Support Group This is a group of men and women who share a common experience, the loss of a loved one, who are ready to take the next step in their grief journey while walking to enhance their quality of life. This group meets at the Hemet Valley Mall 8:00 AM, Monday – Friday
www.lilgaryslegacy.org
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www.madd.org 877.ASK.MADD (877-275-6233)
MADD’s mission is to stop drunk driving, support victims and prevent underage drinking. Services include: Victim Services, Victims Impact Panels, Speakers Bureau and a variety of school, church and community education programs.
Inland Empire Monthly Support Group Meetings 2nd Monday of each month in Rialto Contact: Larissa Silvas @ [email protected]
Survivor of Suicide Loss Support Group Valley Christian Fellowship Church 29029 Murrieta Road Menifee/Sun City, California 92584
Group meets continuously on the 2nd & 4th Monday @7:00-8:30 pm. Please call before each and every meeting. Group is open which means that new members can join at any time. There is no cost to participate. Contact: Kathy North-Ackenback 951-679-2008
Survivor of Suicide Loss Temecula Sunridge Community Church Campus 42299 Winchester Road Temecula, California 92590
Group meets continuously on the 2nd & 4th Thursday @7:00-8:30 pm In room 105. Group is open which means that new members can join at any time. There is no cost to participate. Contact: John Gaskin 951-501-9280 [email protected]
Church: 951-296-1870 www.Sunridgechurch.org For a national directory of survivors support groups near you visit these two sites:
https://afsp.org/find-support/
http://www.suicidology.org/suicide-survivors/sos-directory
Mental Health Ministry Resources for Churches A-Z
Amy Simpson, Author of Troubled Minds: Mental Illness and the Church’s Mission “When it comes to mental health problems, church leaders are first responders—consciously or unconsciously. Yet most pastors are underequipped and either fearful or overconfident in responding to mental health issues. The good news is, resources are available. No pastor has to wonder what in the world to do to help. The resources below won’t make you a mental health expert and won’t take away the challenge and heartbreak of ministry to people in serious pain. But they will help you understand what people are up against, what they need, your limitations, and how you can help.”
http://amysimpson.com
Fresh Hope is a non-profit organization which is made up of an international network of Christian mental health peer to peer support groups. Churches and Ministries sponsor the groups and the facilitators of the groups are certified by the international Fresh Hope office. Fresh Hope groups are also online. Plus, Fresh Hope provides all kinds of free resources online: videos, podcasts, free e-books which empower those who have a mental health diagnosis along with their loved ones to live well in spite of the mental health challenge they face.
https://freshhope.us/
https://mentalhealthgracealliance.org
Grace Alliance provides simple and innovative Christian mental health resources and programs for families and individuals experiencing mental health challenges and equips the Body of Christ with active community support and leadership tools.
The Hope for Mental Health Ministry extends the radical friendship of Jesus by providing transforming love, support, and hope through the local church. The heart of this ministry comes from three passages of Scripture: "I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you" (John 15:15), "Serve one another in love" (Galatians 5:13b), and "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit" (Romans 15:13).
http://hope4mentalhealth.com
Hope for Mental Health Starter Kit- To help churches start a mental health ministry. https://store.pastors.com/resources/church-health/mental-health/hope-for-mental-health-starter-kit.html
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Mental Health First Aid trains people to act as effective first responders in mental health crises. Anyone, anywhere can be the one to make a difference in the life of someone with a mental health or substance use challenge – if they know what to do and what to say. This 8-hour course teaches how to help someone who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. The training helps individuals to identify, understand and respond to signs of addictions and mental illnesses. Find a Mental Health First Aid course near you at https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/take-a-course/find-a-course/
NAMI Mt San Jacinto is a grassroots organization of families and individuals whose lives have been affected by serious mental illness. We advocate for lives of quality and
respect, without discrimination and stigma, for all our constituents. We provide leadership in advocacy, legislation, policy development, education and support throughout the Hemet, San Jacinto Valley, Mid County Region in Riverside County and the Inland Empire.
https://namimtsanjacinto.org/ Mailing address: PO Box 716 San Jacinto, CA 92581 Phone: 951-765-1850 (not a crisis line) [email protected]
Crisis Lines and Important Mental Health Information ● Helpline, Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention – 951-686-HELP/4357 ● National Suicide Crisis Line also Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255 TTY 1-800-799-4889 ● NAMI Crisis Text Line: Text 741 741 and the text the word NAMI ● NAMI Resource: 7 Cups of Tea https://www.7cups.com Online Support Resource ● National Help Line – 211 – This number links you with a referral service for Riverside County (or across the nation) for services such as housing, food, rental assistance, legal assistance, etc.
● Adult Protective Services – 1-800-491-7123 ● Child Protective Services – 1-800-442-4918 After Hours…….. – 1-800-331-6742 ● Mental Health Access Line- CARES Line 1-800-706-7500 – Authorizes mental health treatment for Medi-Cal recipients seeking inpatient or outpatient care. Beneficiaries may call for referrals to the appropriate services. Licensed clinicians determine eligibility, provide crisis intervention, as well as linkage to outpatient, inpatient, and community resources.
● Cares Line (Substance Use Resources for Riverside County Residents only) Find Substance Abuse Recovery treatment! 800-499-3008
● Riverside University Health System- Behavioral Health: http://www.ruhealth.org/en-us/behavioral-health ● Emergency Treatment Services (ETS) and Inpatient Treatment Facility (ITF) 9990 County Farm Road, Riverside 951-358-4700
● Detention Services: Please advise their department if someone is incarcerated and needs psychiatric services and meds. Adrianne Chadwick, Southwest Detention Mental Health Services (951) 696-3117
● 24 Hour Detox Referral Line Counselor is available to refer those who need detox services to residential facilities. 1-800-499-3008
● Home Connect- Riverside County: 1-800-498-8847
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Pathways to Promise is a broadly faith-based resource that exists “to facilitate the faith community’s work in reaching out to those with mental illnesses and their families.” They offer information and resources for congregations and their leaders, some of it geared specifically to Christian ministry.
http://www.pathways2promise.org/intro/
Recommended Books on Mental Health Grace for the Afflicted: A Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness This is a book by Dr. Matthew Stanford (Biblica Publishing, 2008). Dr. Stanford is a neuroscientist, a researcher, and a leader with a passion for seeing the church do great ministry among people affected by mental illness. This resource presents detailed information about various types of disorders, with biblical perspective on each.
Troubled Minds: Mental Illness and the Church’s Mission This is a book by Amy Simpson (InterVarsity Press, 2013), who grew up in a family profoundly affected by schizophrenia. This book contains stories of individuals and families touched by mental illness, helps readers understand some of the challenges they face, and calls the church to fulfill its mission and extend Christ’s love specifically to people who live with mental illness and often feel marginalized and rejected.
On Edge: Mental Illness in the Christian Context This book is written by Kristen Kansiewicz (Freedom Workshop Series, 2014), who serves as an on-staff therapist at East Coast International Church in Lynn, MA. She draws on her professional training and her experiences in ministry to help equip Christian leaders to better understand and respond to mental health problems.
The Recovery-Minded Church: Loving and Ministering to People with Addiction This is a book (InterVarsity Press, 2016) by ordained minister and certified addictions professional Jonathan Benz, with Kristina Robb-Dover. It gives helpful, detailed information about addictions, a Christian theological framework, and practical advice for church leaders who want to do effective ministry among people struggling with addiction.
Grieving a Suicide: A Loved One’s Search for Comfort, Answers, and Hope Many people don’t realize suicide is a mental health issue, with up to 90 percent of such deaths ultimately caused by mental illness. Al Hsu’s book (InterVarsity Press, 2002; updated 2017) helps Christians understand the experience of losing a loved one to suicide, and what is (and is not) helpful in response.
Christians Get Depressed Too In this book (Reformation Heritage Books, 2010), seminary professor David P. Murray affirms that Christians do, indeed, suffer from depression just like everyone else. His clarity on this question alone is worth the price of this small book, but he also provides a wealth of information about depression and how churches can offer helpful support.
Darkness Is My Only Companion: A Christian Response to Mental Illness Written by theologian and priest Kathryn Greene-McCreight, this book (Brazos Press, 2015) helps readers understand the experience of living with mental illness and how they can help. Greene-McCreight lives with bipolar disorder and provides an honest approach informed by her own experiences.
Delight in Disorder: Ministry, Madness, Mission Another author who lives with bipolar disorder, Tony Roberts also has two decades of experience as a pastor. This book (A Way with Words Publishing, 2014) is a memoir that is both frank and undeniably hopeful.
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Volunteer Opportunities – Organizations A-Z
Lutheran Braille Workers provide the message of salvation, through faith in Jesus Christ to the blind and visually impaired throughout the world. They make braille and large print NIV Bibles and other Christian materials, and give them away free to the blind and vision impaired.
Prince of Peace is responsible for producing The Gospel of Luke in English, The Gospel of Acts in Spanish and The Gospel of Mark in French.
We have a group of volunteers that work on the production of the books. Anyone is welcome to join us. Volunteers do not have to read Braille to help make the books.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 701 N Sanderson Ave Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 925-6121 Volunteer Hours are: Tuesday 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Friday 9:00-11:00 AM.
U.S.VETS – Inland Empire is located at the March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County and provides housing and supportive services to 280 veterans and their families throughout the Inland Empire.
https://www.usvetsinc.org/inland-empire/ 15305 6th Street March Air Reserve Base, CA 92518 (951) 656-6893 Volunteer Opportunities Karina Novoa (951) 337-3913 [email protected]
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