Strength in Community- Support Resources

Published on March 10, 2025

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Acknowledging that this is a painful time for our community, we encourage everyone to come together and share resources to support community wellness. Project Safety Net issued a letter to the community following last week's tragedy offering ways to support one another during these challenging times. The following resources are available to support you, youth, and community members experiencing loss and grief. 

Upcoming Local Sessions & Events

allcove Palo Alto (2741 Middlefield Rd, Suite 102, Palo Alto) provides mental health, physical health, and other services for youth ages 12-25. The center is providing grief support and processing spaces both virtually and in-person over the next two weeks.

  • Comfort in Community (In-Person): Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 5-6 p.m.
  • Comfort in Community (Virtual): Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 5-6 p.m.

Kara (457 Kingsley Ave, Palo Alto) provides comprehensive grief support, crisis intervention and education to individuals and communities facing the difficult realities of death and loss.

  • Supporting Children and Teens Training for Caregivers (Virtual): March 13, 2025, 12-1 p.m.

This webinar will provide an overview of the fundamentals of grief and focus on identifying and supporting grief in children and teens after a death. Register here.  

Support & Programs for Mental Health

Teens

  • allcove provides non-urgent mental health support for young people aged 12 to 25. Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m-7 p.m.
  • Palo Alto Link offers free rides for teens (13-18 years old) to specific Palo Alto destinations supporting teen mental health and wellbeing.
  • The Children's Health Council is a local organization offering Teen Therapy Services, including a free 30-minute consultation for teens and family counseling services.
  • Project Safety Net mobilizes community support and resources in Palo Alto for youth suicide prevention and mental wellness.
  • Trevor Project Lifeline specializes in crisis help for LGBTQIA+ youth.

Teen Center Activities

Located at the Mitchell Park Teen Center (3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto)

  • Stress Management with Palo Alto University: Friday, March 21, 2025, 4-6 p.m.
  • Self-Care Practices: Friday, April 18, 2025
  • Mindfulness and Emotional Awareness: Friday, May 16, 2025

Whole Community

  • Santa Clara County lifeline is a direct connection to free, confidential, and compassionate support for anyone.
  • Whether you’re going through a crisis or want to help a friend in need, call or text 9-8-8 to talk to a trained counselor who can support you. 
  • NAMI Santa Clara County offers practical experience, support, education, comfort and understanding to anyone concerned about mental illnesses and their treatment in Santa Clara County. Call 408-453-0400 or visit https://namisantaclara.org.
  • Visit our Be Well web page for additional support and resources.

Guides for Navigating Loss and Grief

Additional Trainings – More Details Coming Soon

  • Palo Alto University Teen Training (Virtual): Thursday, April 24, 2025 - Stress Management
  • Palo Alto University Parents/Adult Training (Virtual): Thursday, May 15, 2025 - Crisis Prevention
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