Suicide Prevention Service

Thinking about suicide is a frightening experience for those considering it as well as for those who care about someone considering it. We believe suicide is preventable and we can help you find the resources and the power to realize there is another choice.

If you or someone you are concerned about needs help, please call our free, confidential Suicide Crisis Line  (877-663-5433 / 877-ONE-LIFE). Regardless of the hour or the day, someone is on the other end of the line.

You do not have to be suicidal: many people who call are struggling with a crisis, looking for resources, concerned about the safety of another, or grieving the loss of someone close to them. You will be listened to and supported in an open, honest, and safe way by a caring volunteer. If you need to speak in a different language, we can use multilingual interpreters in more than 150 languages.

For those left behind, losing a loved one to suicide often results in unanswered questions and unimaginable pain. You are not alone. We offer peer-led support groups both in Monterey and Santa Cruz counties; we can refer you to counseling or other services; literature and materials are available; and we have 24 hour, 7 day a week support via the Suicide Crisis Line.

Through presentations and trainings throughout the community, we work to raise awareness and compassion, reduce the stigma that surrounds suicide, and help community members access supportive resources. Many suicidal people may not know where to turn for help or they may be afraid to seek help. We believe that suicide is preventable and that when one person dies from suicide the impact reaches us all. By creating a safe space to explore the myths around suicide, people can learn about the realities of suicide loss, and discover how to access support in a crisis. Presentations for youth and adults are available in English and Spanish and are tailored to be relevant for various high-risk populations, as well as the general community.

Toll Free Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties:
877-ONE-LIFE / 877-663-5433
Santa Cruz County:
831-458-5300