We understand. It’s a trying time for our nation, let alone our world. While things may feel uncertain and a heightened sense of anxiety and fear amongst all of us, there are abundant resources to help guide you and the ones you love. Take advantage of the help listed below – we care about the health, mind, body and soul of our HB community.
| NAME | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT INFO | WEBSITE ADDRESS |
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| National Suicide Prevention Hotline | Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 (Bilingual) To connect with a live DDH crisis counselor 24/7 via SMS, from the 50 states text “TalkWithUs” for English or “Hablanos” for Spanish to 66746. Spanish-speakers from Puerto Rico can text “Hablanos” to 1-787-339-2663. |
800-985-5900 (bilingual) TEXT: "TalkWithUs" for english or "Hablanos" for spanish to 66746 |
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| OC Links Phone - Orange County Behavioral Health information and resources | Local crisis call center: Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Farsi; Interpretation for other languages is available via a language translation service. Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
855 OC-LINKS (855-625-4657) | Click Here |
| Suicide Prevention Line | English and Spanish; Interpretation for other languages is available via a language translation service. Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week |
877-7-CRISIS (877-727-4747) Deaf and Hard of Hearing Text Line: TEXTME |
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| California State Know the Signs/National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | Suicide Preventioon Resources
website information is available in Spanish) Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week |
800-273-TALK (800-273-8255) | Click Here |
| National Suicide Prevention Hotline | Emergency Suicide Support. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. | 1-800-273-TALK (8255) - English; 1-888-628-9454 - Español |
Click Here |
| The Trevor Project | LGBT crisis intervention and suicide prevention hotline. The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25 | 1-866-488-7386 | Click Here |
| The Crisis Text Line | Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor. Crisis Text Line trains volunteers to support people in crisis. Over 100 million messages processed to date. | Anxious about Coronavirus? Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor. We’re here to help. |
Click Here |
| PREVENTS | The President's Roadmap to Empower Veterans and End a National Tragedy of Suicide (PREVENTS) will focus on a holistic public health approach to suicide prevention for Veterans. | Helplines: Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1; Text 838255 Chat: Online Chat |
Click Here |
| Insitute on Aging's Friendship Line | Insitute of Aging's Friendship Line is a crisis line for those 60 or older or adults living with disabilities. They also make out reach calls to lonely older adults, provide wellness checks and resource referals. | 1-800-971-0016 | Click Here |
| Crisis Assessment Team (CAT) | The Crisis Assessment Team performs assessment and evaluation of adults and minors experiencing psychiatric emergencies including threats to harm self, others or gravely disabled. CAT provides 24-hour mobile response services to any adult experiencing a behavioral health crisis. | (866) 830-6011 | Click Here |
| NAME | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT INFO | WEBSITE ADDRESS |
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| Substance and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Coronavirus (COVID 19) | SAMHSHA Mental Health Information for COVID-19. Official Information about substance abuse and mental health during the Coronavirus. Many of these resources are for providers, although there are a few for individials. | SAMHSA's national helpline: 800-662-HELP (4357) SAMHSAInfo@samhsa.hhs.gov |
Click Here |
| SAMHSA Virtual Recovery Resourcess | PDF - Online resources for substance abuse and mental health. May link to non-governmental organizations. People can also text SAMHSA's disaster hotline with SMS: Text TalkWithUs to 66746SMS (español): “Ha blanos” al 66746 | SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline Toll-Free: 1-800-985-5990 (English and Español) |
PDF Here |
| NAME | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT INFO | WEBSITE ADDRESS |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDC Coping with a Disaster or Tramatic Event | CDC mental health resources for taking care of personal emotional health and helping children cope. | Contact Information Here | Click Here |
| CDC Managing Stress and Anxiety From COVID-19 | CDC mental health resources specific to COVID-19. This guide provides information how how people maybe feeling or reacting, and tips to reduce stress for groups including parents, first responders, and those released from quantine. Provides links to CDC and other government health departments on meditation, eating well, sleep patterns, excersize, avoiding drugs and alcohol, treatment, self care, and spreading correct information. | N/A | Click Here |
| CDC Emergency Preparedness and Response | Emergency Responders: Tips for taking care of yourself. There are things you can do to reduce secondary traumatic stress (STS) reactions | 1-800-232-4636 | Click Here |
| Mental Health and Psychosocial Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak | World Health Organization (WHO) mental health tips | N/A | PDF Here |
| SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline | SAMHSA 24/7 Free Helpine for people experiencing disaster stress. The Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. | 1-800-985-5990, press 2 for Spanish
Text TalkWithUs to 66746 TTY 1-800-846-8517 |
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| SAMHSA Tips For Social Distancing, Quarantine, And Isolation During An Infectious Disease Outbreak | PDF COVID-19 Mental Health tips- advice for dealing with mental health aspects of social distancing, self-isolation, ans quarantine. | SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress HelplineToll-Free: 1-800-985-5990 (English and español) |
PDF Here |
| American Psychological Association (APA) Pandemics General Resources | COVID-19 mental health resources collected by the APA. Resources include academic and news articles, pamplets, tips, podcasts, webinars, and referals to other organizations and websites. Information provided is both for the general public and psychology practioners. | N/A | Click Here |
| OC Health Care Agency - Mental Health and Coronavirus (COVID-19) | PDF - OC Help Links and Nami Warmline numbers for Mental Health help during Coronavirius. | N/A | Click Here |
| OC Behavorial Health Information and Referals | OCLinks Mental Health Support Line. The OC Links Information and Referral Line provides telephone and online support for anyone seeking information or linkage to any of the Health Care Agency's Behavioral Health Services. These services include children and adult mental health, alcohol and drug inpatient and outpatient, crisis programs, and prevention and early intervention services. | (855) OC-LINKS (625-4657) Hours are 8am-6PM |
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| OC Health Care Agency’s Behavioral Health Services division | OC Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Resources and Services. ThIs Division provides telephonic and telehealth services in order to provide continuum of behavioral healthcare as well as crisis services. Extended hours of support are available and community educational resources are provided to support all OC residents at this time. | N/A | Click Here |
| OC Health Care Agency’s Behavioral Health Services division - Community Counseling & Supportive Services (CCSS) | Program for individuals, of all age groups, who are at risk for or have developed a mild to moderate behavioral health condition. Services consist of screening & assessment, individual counseling, groups (support & educational), case management, referral and linkages, and community outreach. Referrals are accepted from all County and community agencies, as well as self-referrals. Language(s): English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean. Hours of Operation: 8- 6, Mon-Thurs and 8-5 p.m., Fri | (714) 645-8000 | Click Here |
| OC Health Care Agency’s Behavioral Health Services division - Community Counseling & Supportive Services (CCSS) | one-page graphics for OC HCA site decribed above | N/A | Click Here |
| The OC Warmline - Run by National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) | NAMI OC Warmline for emotional support. The NAMI OC WarmLine is a free and confidential telephone service providing emotional support and resources to Orange County residents. | Call or Text: (714) 991-6412 Toll Free: 877-910-9276. Hours : 9 a.m. - 3 a.m. (Mon. - Fri.) 10 a.m. - 3 a.m. (Sat. - Sun.) |
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| NAMI OC COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information and Resources | NAMI Mental Health Resources. NAMI has complied many mental health resources presented in a Q&A format. Some links are to non-govermental organizations or to non-professional groups. | 714-544-8488 Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm INFO@NAMIOC.ORG |
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| Building your resilience | We all face trauma, adversity and other stresses. Here’s a roadmap for adapting to life-changing situations, and emerging even stronger than before. | APA article about building resilience in times of stress or hardship. | Click Here |
| WTLC | Care Solace makes it easier for students and families to connect with mental healthcare resources and providers in their communities. | Email us at weserve@caresolace.org We speak English, Spanish (Hablamos Español), Mandarin Call us 24x7 at (888) 515-0595 |
Click Here |
| California Coronavirus Response - Emotional Health Resources | Mental Health Information from the State of California. Resources and hotlines for statewide mental health resources, has a list of hotlines for a variety of individials including youth, veterans, first responders, older Calfornians, LGBTQTIA, families, parents, and people needing help with substance abuse. Also includes information on how to report abuse or get help after abuse. | N/A |
Click Here |
| California Coronavirus Response - Manage Stress for Health | Stress Relief resources from the State of California. Tips on stress relief from the CA Surgeon General for adults and children. Includes links to guides written by the CA Surgeon General and a free Mindfulness app from UCLA Health. | N/A | Click Here |
| CaliforniaSurgeon General’s Playbook:Stress Relief during COVID-19 | Stress Relief Guide writen by the CA Surgeon General. PDF guide talks about how stress effects your brain and body and how to create an effective stress-relief plan. The guide also provides six stress relief stragies including maintaing positive relationships, getting exercise, eating healthy, getting enough sleep, seeking mental health support, and engaging in mindfulness, meditation or prayer. Includes a printable self-care template for adults. | N/A | Click Here |
| National Institute of Mental Health | Dealing with Stress and Help for Those in Distress | Phone: 1-866-615-6464 Hours: 8:30-5. Eastern time, M-F |
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| Mayo Clinic - COVID-19 and your mental health | Learn ways to cope Worries and anxiety about COVID-19 and its impact can be overwhelming. Social distancing makes it even more challenging. Tips for self care for mind, body, social and how to recognize when you need help. | N/A | Click Here |
| Mayo Clinic YouTube video | Mindfulness and meditation YouTube video. Kristin Lothman, a mind-body counselor with Mayo Clinic's Department of Integrative Medicine and Health, provides a meditation example for coping with anxiety relating to COVID-19. | N/A | Click Here |
| Huntington Beach Public LIbrary (HBPL) | HB Public Library - Mindfulness and Meditation eaudiobooks, ebooks, and music through Hoopla. HBPL provides access to free digital materials. Hoopla is always available (no lines, no holds lists). Download the Hoopla app from your mobile device's app store and choose Huntington Beach Public Library. You can access 4 borrows per month without even getting a library card; more if you already have an HBPL card Please email library@hbpl.org if something isn't working correctly or if you need help with Hoopla or any other digital offerings. | library@hbpl.org | Click Here |
| Huntington Beach Public LIbrary (HBPL) | Self Register for HBPL card | library@hbpl.org | Click Here |
| Huntington Beach Public LIbrary (HBPL) | Free ebooks, movies, music, and more with your library card. Visit the Library@Home page to see everything your library has available. If you need help accessing your account or can't remember your number, email library@hbpl.org. If you do not have a library card, you can register online. | library@hbpl.org | Click Here |
| Hoag live streaming health & wellness classes *Not endorsed by the City of Huntington Beach |
Hoag is offering free live streaming health and wellness classes. Join Hoag's physicians, fitness experts, dietitians and clinicians for a variety of live streaming classes. Click the link to view the full schedule which includes informative classes such as medical care updates, fitness classes, cooking demonstrations, Medicare education, nutrition tips and more. | N/A | Click Here |
| NAME | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT INFO | WEBSITE ADDRESS |
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| WHO resource | PDF by WHO for helping Children cope with stress from COVID-19. | N/A | PDF Here |
| California Youth Crisis Line | Crisis hotline for youth ages 12-24 and families. connect with the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis | 1-800-843-5200 | Click Here |
| Robyne’s Nest | Students living independently without parental support. Provides resources, funds and support to our at-risk & homeless high school students in the Huntington Beach High School District. | (714) 369-6102 | Click Here |
| Child Mind Institute | Mindfulness Tips and Activities. How Mindfulness Can Help During COVID-19 | N/A | Click Here |
| Mindful Class for Kids | Mindfull classes for kids in grades K-5. Mindful Schools is designing these online mindfulness classes with K-5 students in mind; students and adults of all ages are welcome to participate. | N/A | Click Here |
| Mayo Clinic YouTube video | Basic Breathing Exercise for Kids. Kristin Lothman, a mind-body counselor with Mayo Clinic's Department of Integrative Medicine and Health, provides a "bubble blowing" breathing exercise for children who may have anxiety related to COVID-19. | N/A | Click Here |
| California Surgeon General’s Playbook:Stress Relief for Caregiversand Kids during COVID-19 | Stress Relief Guide for children and caregivers writen by the CA Surgeon General. PDF guide talks about how stress effects your child's brain, body and development and how to talk to your child about COVID-19 stress. Encourages parents to talk about what is going on, keep kids connected to their networks, build a routine including play and keep to that routine. The guide also provides six stress relief for children stragies including maintaing positive relationships, getting exercise, eating healthy, getting enough sleep, providing mental health support, and engaging in mindfulness, meditation or prayer. Includes a printable self-care template for children. | Contact Information Here | PDF Here |
| Helping Children Cope with Emergencies | Techniques and Factors re helping children cope with any disaster. Includes age-related concerns and other resource links | 1-800-232-4636 | Click Here |
| CHOC *Not endorsed by the City of Huntington Beach |
Coronavirus (COVID-19): A Resource for Parents. Info., Links and Resources | 1-844-GET-CHOC | Click Here |
| American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) *Not endorsed by the City of Huntington Beach |
AACAP has compiled resources for parents, patients, and clinicians to help with the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). FAQs, links, resources, preparing for telepsychiatry appts, etc. | 202.966.7300 | Click Here |
| American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) *Not endorsed by the City of Huntington Beach |
AACAP Resources for Helping Kids and Parents Cope Amidst COVID-19 | N/A | Click Here |
| UCI Health Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders *Not endorsed by the City of Huntington Beach |
In English: Coronavirus Story presented in a slide presentation | Office: (949) 267-0400 | Click Here |
| UCI Health Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders *Not endorsed by the City of Huntington Beach |
In Spanish: Coronavirus Story presented in a slide presentation | Office: (949) 267-0400 | Click Here |
| UCI Health Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders | In Vietnamese: Coronavirus Story presented in a slide presentation | Office: (949) 267-0400 | Click Here |
| UCI Health Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders | In Tagalog: Coronavirus Story presented in a slide presentation | Office: (949) 267-0400 | Click Here |
| NAME | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT INFO | WEBSITE ADDRESS |
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| UCLA Mindful App | This app has basic meditations and wellness meditations and includes how-to videos and a built-in timer. There are also cool podcasts you can listen to--there’s one called the Mindfulness of Washing Hands up right now! | N/A | Click Here |
| SAM App | This app can help you manage anxiety (SAM stands for self anxiety management) by helping you be aware of your triggers and understand your thoughts and behavior better. There’s even a cool tracking feature! | N/A | Click Here |
| Calm | This app contains audio content that strengthens mental fitness and tackles some of the biggest mental health challenges of today: stress, anxiety, insomnia, and depression. | N/A | Click Here |
| Mindshift | This app uses cognitive behavior therapy based tools to offer quick relief from anxiety, worry, and panic. It offers coping cards, a thought journal, and a check-in system to create healthy habits and set goals. | N/A | Click Here |
| 7 Cups | This app connects you to caring listeners for free emotional support, 24/7. Listeners are specifically available for teens (ages 13-17). Chat rooms and community forums are also available, so you can talk to others who understand how you feel. | N/A | Click Here |
LATEST NEWS
On Monday, November 9, 2020, the Huntington Beach City Council launched a capital improvement project to rehabilitate Edison Community Center, located at 21377 Magnolia Street.
November 5, 2020 – Julian Harvey was named as Huntington Beach’s Interim Chief of Police by a 5-2 vote of the Huntington Beach City Council.
November 2, 2020 – After years of effort, the Mayor and City Council hosted a ribbon cutting event today to celebrate the completion of construction
Acting Chief of Police Kelly Rodriguez announced today her retirement from the Huntington Beach Police Department, effective November 13, 2020. “After 24 years with the
City of Huntington Beach Police Chief Robert Handy has announced his plans to retire after a distinguished 30-year law enforcement career. “After more than 30
The Huntington Beach Fire Department has launched it’s Virtual Open House. You can join the fun by visiting HBFDOpenHouse.com. There is also a contest for the kids in our community. Please visit their virtual open house website for more details!
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The City of Huntington Beach is committed to keeping our community and visitors informed of current events in our community. The purpose of this page is to foster transparency and increase the sharing of information. During the COVID-19 outbreak, the City of Huntington Beach will make every effort to to update this page when updates are received from our local, state and federal partners.
The following events in the City of Huntington Beach have been postponed or cancelled. The City is actively working with event promoters to hold these events in the future.
August 24-September 13 – US Open
September 5 – 6 – Civil War Days
September 18 – 20 – Great Pacific Airshow
October 1-4 – AVP
POSTPONED
May 9-10 – Sunset Beach Art Festival
Weekly Surf City Nights
September 12 – Cruise in Car Show
October 11 – Cars and Copters
Older Adults (People aged 65 and older)
People who have serious chronic medical conditions like:
