Family Service Agency supports individuals through accessible mental health, crisis, educational, and supportive services. We are building a community where no one faces life’s most difficult moments alone. Together, we expand access to hope, compassionate care, suicide prevention education, and healing support so every person feels valued, connected, empowered to live, and united in our vision of zero suicides.
Suicide Prevention Services: Building Hope, Care, and Community provides lifesaving education, compassionate support, and meaningful connection to individuals and families across Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties. Our work includes suicide prevention presentations, community outreach, resource navigation, and healing support for people who have lost a loved one to suicide. This project matters because too many people experience emotional pain, isolation, or loss without knowing where to turn. By bringing prevention education and trusted resources directly into schools, workplaces, and community spaces, we help people recognize warning signs, respond with care, and connect to support. Through MC Gives, we hope to expand access to culturally responsive services, strengthen community partnerships, and reach more youth, adults, families, and suicide loss survivors. Together, we can create a community where no one faces these challenges alone and where every person feels valued, supported, and empowered to choose hope.
I used to struggle with suicidal thoughts, and I never knew about this call center. I’m glad I know [about 988] now so I can help others!
- Salinas High School student, 17, Salinas
