Wellness

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Covid-19 Resource and Information Guide - Offers information and resources for people with mental health needs

• Resources for Challenging Times - Gender Spectrum article with resources for navigating Covid-19

• NPR Just for Kids: A Comic Exploring the New Coronavirus

• Helping Children and Teens Cope with Anxiety About COVID-19 - Seattle Children's Hospital

•  Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

• Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource

General Health

• Sonoma County Public Health - Stay up to date on the Coronavirus pandemic from our local health experts.

• Quick Guide: What California parents and students should know about the coronavirus

• Petaluma Health Center in Rohnert Park

The Department of Health Services Behavioral Health Division (DHS-BHD) is very pleased to announce that the Behavioral Health Warm Line (707) 565-2652 will be available for calls starting tomorrow, April 23, 2020.  We are in very uncertain times, and the warm line is a supportive resource for the community. This free and private warm line is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The warm line has English and Spanish speaking staff answering calls and telephone interpretation for other languages. 

La División de Salud Mental del Departamento de Servicios de Salud (DHS-BHD) se complace en anunciar que la Línea de Atención de Salud Mental (707) 565-2652 estará disponible para llamadas a partir de hoy, 24 de abril de 2020. Estamos en tiempos muy inciertos, y la línea cálida es un recurso de apoyo para la comunidad.Esta línea caliente gratuita y privada está abierta los siete días de la semana de 10 a.m. a 7 p.m.La línea cálida cuenta con personal que habla inglés y español para responder llamadas e interpretación telefónica para otros idiomas.

Useful information about vaccinations and other health resources for your family provided by various agencies:

Human Papillomavirus -- A Parent's Guide to Preteen and Teen HPV Vaccination

Human Papillomavirus -- A Parent's Guide to Preteen and Teen HPV Vaccination - Spanish

Type 1 Diabetes Information - Health Services & School Nursing (CA Dept of Education)

Type 2 Diabetes Information - Health Services & School Nursing (CA Dept of Education)

Mental Health & Crisis Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
A crisis intervention and suicide prevention phone service
1-800-273-8255 (English)
1-888-628-9454 (Spanish)
Available 24/7

North Bay 24-Hour Suicide Prevention Hotline
Our suicide prevention hotline is available to any Sonoma County resident who
needs help. The hotline is a vital resource to any family member, loved one, friend
or ally who may be worried about someone who may be suicidal. Administered by
Buckelew Programs.
(855) 587-6373
Available 24/7

California Youth Crisis Line
Serving youth and families ages 12-24. Talk to a professionally trained staff and
volunteer counselors and receive referrals for free and low-cost care.
Call or text (800) 843-5200
Available 24/7

National Runaway Hotline
Trained team members are prepared to listen to your story, help you handle a
crisis and guide you to solutions that will improve your situation. Resources for
youth and concerned adults at https://www.1800runaway.org/.
Call 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)
Available 24/7

National Child Abuse Hotline
Professional crisis counselors who provide assistance in over 170 languages
through interpreters. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, and
referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All
contacts are confidential. https://childhelphotline.org/
Call or text (1-800) 4-A-Child or (1-800) 422-4453
Available 24/7

Child Parent Institute (CPI)
Additional CPI services listed under Education Resources > Parenting Support.
Offers a wide array of parent, family and youth support, including parenting and family
counseling services, parenting classes and education, foster parent training, and a diaper
project. More information available at https://calparents.org/
Call the counseling intake line (707) 284-1500 to speak with Yeni (English/Spanish)

Support Our Students (SOS) Community Counseling:
Youth and Family counseling services, on-campus mental health programs and
counseling support services on a low sliding scale. English/Spanish available. More
information and online referral form available at http://soscounseling.org/.
Call the intake line (707) 284-3444 to speak to Matt (M-Th) (Engl) or Claudia (Fri-Sun)
(Engl/Span)

Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
See individual folder for more resources.
Services for youth in crisis and experiencing homelessness, as well as mental health
counseling (ages 0-25; insured/referrals only) and grief counseling services (ages 10-24;
free and open to all, up to 8 sessions). Accepts Medi-Cal, Beacon and outside referrals
from partner agencies.
24 hour emergency hotline for youth in need of immediate support: 1-888-729-0012
Grief counseling intake line: (707) 544-3299 x234 (English) or (707) 544-3299 x242
(Español)
https://www.saysc.org/

St. Joseph Health
See individual folder for more resources.
Locations in Petaluma, Santa Rosa & Healdsburg. Provides free (up to 8 sessions) grief
support counseling and groups to any adult or child in the community through hospice
services, with no requirement that the deceased have died on hospice. English/Spanish.

For more information visit https://www.providence.org/locations/norcal/st-joseph-health-
hospice.

Call to speak with the Grief Services Coordinator at each location:
Petaluma (707) 778-6242 | Santa Rosa (707) 568-1094 | Healdsburg (707) 431-1135

Lomi Psychotherapy Clinic
Sliding scale counseling program serves individual adults and children, couples, and
families. Also offer group therapy and educational classes to the public.
Call the intake line at (707) 579-0465 ext. 227
http://www.lomi.org/Welcome.html

Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Offers a wide array of individualized mental health treatment services for teens, adults,
and senior adults. Also offers treatment for co-occurring psychiatric and substance use
conditions. https://norcalbehavioral.com/santa-rosa-location/
Call 1-877-717-0085 or locally (707) 800-7700
Available 24/7

Sonoma County Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU)
Provides 24/7 crisis intervention, assessment, medication, and up to 23 hours of supportive
care for individuals in an acute mental health crisis. Services are available for children,
youth, adults, and their families. Referrals are made to Crisis Residential Services or
inpatient mental health facilities for those needing a higher level of psychiatric inpatient
care.
2225 Challenger Way Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 576-8181

Sonoma County Behavioral Health (Access Team)
The Access Team is the first contact for requesting mental health services. They determine
the level of need for mental health services, provide assessment, linkage, and information
and referral for mental health services for children, youth, and adults. Referrals are made to
community providers or to Behavioral Health treatment teams.
(707) 565-6900 or (800) 870-8786

Chrysalis Community Counseling Services
Offers affordable counseling to women, men, couples, children and families with fees set on
an income-based sliding scale. For more information visit:
http://www.chrysaliscounseling.org/ or to set up an appointment call (707) 545-1670 x264

Kaiser Permanente*
*Kaiser members only. Call for a needs assessment and appointment with a mental health
specialist, if appropriate for nonurgent mental health concerns. You don't need a referral to
access mental health services from a Kaiser Permanente provider.
https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/mental-health
(707) 571-3778; after-hours call center available

Take Action for Mental Health
Statewide campaign to check in, learn more, and get support for your own mental health or
the mental health of someone you care about. Downloadable resources available at https://
takeaction4mh.com/.

Youth Shelters in Sonoma County
https://homelessaction.net/youth-shelters/

Medical & Dental Health Resources

Sonoma County Health & Human Services
Federal and state-funded economic assistance programs are administered
locally through the county’s human services department. For more information on all programs, visit https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/health-and-human-services/human-services.

2550 Paulin Drive, Santa Rosa, and
South County Center, 5350 Old Redwood Highway Suite 100, Petaluma
Mon - Fri 8 AM - 4 PM
(877) 699-6868

Medi-Cal & County Medical Services Program
Medi-Cal benefits offer free or low-cost medical and dental services to
eligible residents. It is California’s Medicaid program. The County
Medical Services Program (CMSP) is a county-funded program that
provides temporary health care coverage for eligible residents. When
you apply with the county for health care coverage, staff will check your
eligibility for coverage. Applications are accepted year-round online at
CoveredCA.com. By filling out this single application, you’ll know if you
qualify for coverage through Medi-Cal or Covered California.

Santa Rosa Community Health
Welcomes all patients regardless of insurance status. Accepts many types of
insurance including Medi-Cal, in addition to services available on a sliding scale.
Multiple locations cover pediatric, teenage, and adult care, as well as specialized
care, including for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Multiple
locations. For more information visit https://srhealth.org/.
(707) 303-3600

Rohnert Park Health Center
Medical and dental services available at the Rohnert Park Health Center, a
campus of the Petaluma Health Center. Accepts Medi-Cal. More information
available at https://phealthcenter.org/locations/rohnert-park/.
5900 State Farm Drive, 2nd Floor, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
(707) 559-7600

Alliance Medical Center of Windsor & Healdsburg
Provides specialized healthcare and support for patients of all ages, including
medical care, dental services, behavioral health, specialized care for teens and
seniors, VA Care and WIC mothers and babies. Sliding scale for those without
insurance, based on income. No local residency requirement to receive services.
English/Spanish. Multiple locations. For more information visit
https://alliancemed.org/.
(707) 433-5494

Center for Well-Being
Promotes the well-being of the whole person by empowering people with the
knowledge, skills, and spirit to take responsibility for personal, family and
community health. Classes and telehealth services on medical nutrition therapy,
diabetes education, heart disease prevention, weight management, cardiac
rehabilitation, and healthy movement. For more information visit
http://www.norcalwellbeing.org/.
101 Brookwood Avenue Suite A, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 575-6043

LGBTQIA+ Resources

Trevor Lifeline & Trevor Project
Suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,
queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) young people. More information and resources available at
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/.
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text ‘START’ to 678-678
Available 24/7

Trans Lifeline
Provides trans peer support for the trans community that is divested from police. Run by and for
trans people. Calls are anonymous and confidential. For more information visit
https://translifeline.org/. Operators available 2pm-10pm PST in English and Spanish.
(877) 565-8860

Community United Against Violence (CUAV)
CUAV supports the healing of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer people that have
experienced violence and abuse by other people and/or institutions. https://www.cuav.org/ Leave a message to start the intake process.
(415) 333-HELP or (415) 333-4357

LGBT National Help Center
Provides telephone, online private one-to-one chat and email peer-support, as well as factual
information and local resources for cities and towns across the United States. All services are free and confidential, for youth up to age 25. For more information visit https://www.glbthotline.org/.
LGBT National Helpline: (888) 843-4564
LGBT National Youth Talkline: (800) 246-7743
Hours: M-F 1p-9pm PST & Saturday 9a-2p PST
After hours email help@LGBThotline.org

San Francisco HIV Nightline Crisis Hotline
Responds to calls from all over the United States for emotional support after testing positive, living with HIV/AIDS, or to ask questions about HIV transmission risks. For more information visit
https://www.sfsuicide.org/. To talk to a counselor:
Call locally (415) 434-2437 or nationwide (800) 628-9240
Text HIV to (415) 200-2920
Available 24/7

National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) Legal Help Line
(800) 528-NCLR or locally (415) 392.6257

Positive Images
Community Center that provides support to Sonoma County’s LGBTQIA+ population, with an
emphasis on identities and individuals at the margins. They provide direct services, advocacy
and education. For more information visit https://www.posimages.org/.
200 Montgomery Drive Suite C, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 | Drop in hours: T-F 12p-5p
(707) 568-5830

Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
Programs support student and educator-led initiatives to ensure that LGBTQ+ students are able
to learn and grow in a school environment free from bullying and harassment. These include
national Days of Action, organizing resources, and guidance around forming and sustaining
clubs and GSAs. There is not currently a chapter active in Sonoma County. For more information
and resources, visit https://www.glsen.org/.

The Gender and Sexuality Alliance Network (GSA)
Supports LGBTQ+ youth organizers across the country to take action and create change at all
levels, from school-based campaigns that impact individual school districts to national days of
action that unite GSAs for racial and gender justice. For more information and resources, visit
https://gsanetwork.org/.

Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
A national organization supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, allies, and institutions with resources via
a set of comprehensive programs, different articles and toolkits available for those looking to
make their school a more LGBTQ+ inclusive space. For more information and resources, visit
https://www.hrc.org/.

California Department of Education (CDE), Office of Equal Opportunity
Ensures compliance with state and federal civil rights laws, including laws supporting lesbian,
gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and queer (LGBTQ+) students. For more information visit
https://www.cde.ca.gov/re/di/or/oeo.asp.
oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov | (916) 445-9174

Gender Equity/Title IX - Equal Opportunity & Access
Specific guidance regarding gender equity. It is the policy of the State of California that all
persons, regardless of their gender, should enjoy freedom from discrimination of any kind in the
educational institutions of the state. See more information and helpful links here
https://www.cde.ca.gov/re/di/eo/genequitytitleix.asp.
CRPUSD Title IX Coordinator is Dr. LuzElena Perez, Assistant Superintendent
7165 Burton Ave, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 | (707) 792-4700

Uniform Complaint Procedure (UCP)
Complaints may be filed for LGBTQ students. The district shall use the uniform complaint
procedures to resolve any complaint alleging unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation,
or bullying in district programs and activities based on actual or perceived characteristics of race
or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion,
marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in
Education Code 200 or 220, Penal Code 422.55, or Government Code 11135, or based on
association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Access the CRPUSD Uniform Complaint Policy & Procedure and Uniform Complaint Form here
https://crpusd.org/cms/one.aspx?portalid=485396&pageid=1153554

Educational Resources: Adult & Continuing Education, Tutoring Programs

General Education Diploma (GED)
General Education Diplomas, or General Equivalency Diplomas, help students without
a high school degree show that they have achieved an equivalent level of education to
that of a high school graduate. To earn your GED, you must pass the General
Education Development test. Learn more at https://ged.com/.

California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE)
The CHSPE consists of two test sections: English Language Arts and Mathematics. If
you pass both sections of the CHSPE, the California State Board of Education will
award you a Certificate of Proficiency, which by state law is equivalent to a high school
diploma for job applicants and federal aid.
For more information, visit https://chspe.org/.

SRJC Community Education:
Non-credit courses open to all, no application required. Spanish Literacy, ESL
(beginning to advanced intermediate), Career Preparation, Computer and Technology
courses. Most courses available in both English and Spanish.
For more information, visit: https://communityed.santarosa.edu/.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Department:
(707) 527-4382
esl@santarosa.edu
Adult Education Department:
Magdalena Mendoza, Outreach Specialist
(707) 687-9594 mmendoza3@santarosa.edu
Class Schedule: https://socoadulted.org/class-schedule/

Sonoma County Library
Our regional library network offers free library cards, that give you access to reading
and educational programs, online tutoring, Adult learning including ESL and literacy
classes, technology training, career & citizenship preparation, and the Discover & Go
program for free and low-cost passes for museums, science centers, zoos, theaters,
and other cultural destinations.
For more information, visit: https://sonomalibrary.org/.
Local Branch: Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library
6250 Lynne Condé Way, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
(707) 584-9121

Petaluma Adult School (Petaluma City Schools)
Petaluma Adult School is the only K-12 adult school in Sonoma County
and a member of the Sonoma County Adult Education Consortium. We
provide a range of free and low-cost classes including high school
diploma, GED/HiSET test preparation, parent education, English classes
for non-native speakers, citizenship preparation, and career and technical
education programs. For more information, visit:
https://www.petalumacityschools.org/petalumaadultschool
200 Douglas St., Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 778-4633

Conservation Corps North Bay (CCNB)
Conservation Corps North Bay’s mission is to develop youth and conserve
natural resources for a resilient, sustainable, and equitable community.
Our programs offer young people training, skills and education to do the
jobs necessary to maintain the beauty and health of our environment and
communities. For more information , visit: http://www.ccnorthbay.org/
365 Blodgett Street, Cotati, CA 94931
(707) 303-3069

Youth Connections Santa Rosa (partnership with CCNB)
Conservation Corps North Bay and John Muir Charter School’s Youth
Connections is a high school diploma, work readiness preparation, college
and career mentoring, and entrepreneurial development program
designed to predominantly support socioeconomically disadvantaged 17-
24 year olds in Sonoma County. For more information, visit:

http://www.johnmuircs.com/School-Sites/Local-CC-School-Sites/Youth-
Connections-CCNB/

1260 N. Dutton Ave, Ste. 275, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 578-2034

SCOE Foster & Homelessness Education Services
Debra Sanders FYSCP & EHCY
(707) 524-2661 dsanders@scoe.org

Colorín Colorado
A bilingual, online resource library for parents and students.
https://www.colorincolorado.org/es

Educational Resources: Parenting Support

Petaluma People Services Center (PPSC):
PPSC’s Counseling Clinic offers a supportive environment to help clients navigate life’s
challenges and grow personally. Clinicians are able to address a wide range of
concerns including: anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, drug and alcohol
use, parenting difficulties, school issues, recovery from trauma, grief and loss, and life
transitions. They welcome members from all walks of life, LGBTQIA+ community,
children, adolescents, adults and seniors. For more information, visit:
https://petalumapeople.org/counseling/
(707) 765-8488 ext. 400

OnlineParentingPrograms.com
Providing innovative online parent education classes for families in transition, military
families, incarcerated families and families where children have been removed from
the home, with self-improvement and court mandated classes. Their programs foster
parents’ learning with opportunities to build, enhance, and modify parenting styles in
today’s diverse society.
For more information, visit: www.onlineparentingprograms.com
(866) 504-2883

Basic Needs Resources: Shelter, Food, and Transportation

Child Parent Institute (CPI)
Parent education and children’s mental health agency serving families throughout
Sonoma County since 1978. They offer short-term resource assistance and long-term
intensive case management. For more information, email
resourceprogram@calparents.org.
Call (707) 585-6108 or (707) 585-6155

Sonoma County Housing Authority
Local public agency that provides safe, decent and quality affordable housing and
supportive services to eligible persons with limited incomes. Administers the Housing
Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). For more information, visit
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/CDC/Housing-Authority/.
(707) 565-7500

Committee on the Shelterless (COTS)
Assists those experiencing homelessness in finding and keeping housing, increasing self sufficiency, and improving well-being. To meet a wide range of needs, COTS matches clients with a wide range of services, including 18+ shelters, recuperative care, kids first family shelters, permanent housing, rapid re-housing, and COVID rental relief. For more information visit cots.org.
(707) 765-6530 x120

Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County.
Partners with low?income families and individuals to help them achieve economic and
social stability, builds community, and advocates for social and economic justice through
five core programs. For more information, visit capsonoma.org.
141 Stony Cir., Ste. 210, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 544-6911

• Postsecondary Education & Employment Pathways: Via Esperanza Centro de
  Education, Adult English Language Learner Program, Mobile Family Resource Center
• Early Education and Development: Head Start, Early Head Start, Pasitos Playgroups
• Economic Assets: HCA Family Fund (one-time financial assistance to prevent
  homelessness and evictions), Pathways – Housing, Seasons of Sharing, H2O Water
  Program Assistance, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), Disaster Relief
  Assistance Fund
• Health & Wellness: Give Kids A Smile, Dental Days at WIC, Community & School
  Health, Padres Unidos
• Community Engagement: Santa Rosa Health Action Chapter

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa
Serving all of Sonoma County. Inspired by the love and teachings of Christ, they serve and
advocate for vulnerable people of all cultures and beliefs, prioritizing those experiencing
poverty. Over 20 programs serving the unsheltered, immigrants, and those experiencing
poverty in the areas of food, housing solutions, financial stability, immigration, health and
wellness, senior support, disaster preparedness and disaster recovery. To get help, visit
srcharities.org/get-help or contact the main office and community resource center:
987 Airway Court Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 528-8712

Optometry Resources

Legal Resources

National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) Legal Help Line
(800) 528-NCLR or locally (415) 392-6257

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA)
Nonprofit law firm providing free civil legal services to low-income residents of California's rural counties. Services are free of charge thanks to community generosity. English/Spanish. For more information, visit www.crla.org. 1260 N Dutton Avenue Suite 160 Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (707) 528-9941

Immigration Institute of the Bay Area (IIBA) | Sonoma Office
Provides high-quality, affordable immigration legal services, immigration workshops, citizenship classes, and civic engagement opportunities. Free initial consultation. English/Spanish. For more information, visit iibayarea.org. 17790 Greger St. Sonoma, CA 95476 (707) 932-7000

Legal Aid of Sonoma County
Serves financially challenged families and children, youth, the elderly, people with disabilities, employees, veterans, immigrants and victims of domestic violence. They assist with civil legal issues like eviction, domestic violence, elder abuse, disaster relief and many more. For more information, visit legalaidsc.org. 144 South E Street, Suite 100, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 542-1290

Drug & Alcohol Resources: Treatment Programs & Support Groups

Center Point Drug Abuse Alternative Center (DAAC)
Provides comprehensive social, educational, vocational, medical, psychological, housing and rehabilitation services to combat social problems such as substance abuse, poverty, unemployment and homelessness. Services include intensive counseling, harm reduction techniques, HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis C screenings. Optional buprenorphine treatment is also available for eligible patients. 2403 Professional Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (707) 526-2999 or toll free (877) 888-DAAC (3222)

Redwood Empire Addictions Program (REAP)
Program of Center Point’s DAAC, above. Offers methadone and suboxone medication to support individuals who struggle with opioid use disorder. Call for a brief screening appointment. Intake sessions generally available the next weekday. (707) 526-2999

Partnership to End Addiction:
National organization dedicated to addiction prevention, treatment and recovery, through a diverse community of researchers, advocates, clinicians, communicators and more. Offers online specialist support, peer support, parent coaching, tools to connect and learn, and educational resources, along with resources in Spanish and for LGBTQIA+. For more information, visit drugfree.org. Schedule a call online or text CONNECT to 55753.

Community-Based Programs & Volunteer Opportunities

Rohnert Park Animal Shelter
Animal welfare and rescue organization with volunteer opportunities for youth and adults. Junior Volunteer Program for students ages 12-17 involves structured schedule and 6-month volunteer commitment. Flexible bi-monthly volunteer events available as well. Distance volunteering possible for all ages.
For more information, visit rpanimalshelter.org or contact: Conner Cimmiyotti, Volunteer Outreach Coordinator: (707) 584-2971

4H Youth Development
See individual folder for more resources. The Sonoma County 4-H program, established in 1926, helps young people, ages 5-19, reach their fullest potential as competent, confident individuals who contribute to and are connected with their communities. Partners with schools to provide after-school programs for 1st-6th graders, summer activities, and a mentorship and leadership program for 7th-10th grade students. For more information and to enroll, visit cesonoma.ucanr.edu/4H or contact Diego Mariscal, Sonoma 4-H Program Coordinator. (707) 565-3027

Girls on the Run (GOTR) North Bay
Over the course of the ten-week program, girls in 3rd-8th grade develop essential skills to help them stand up for themselves and others and establish a lifetime appreciation for their social, emotional and physical health. Scholarships available. Contact: GOTR North Bay 773-709-5015 (English/Spanish) elba@GOTRNorthbay.org
https://www.gotrnorthbay.org/

Spreckels Performing Arts Center Education Program
The Spreckels Performing Arts Center Arts Education provides a comprehensive experience for those young people who are interested in theatre. They are taught dance, voice, and acting techniques by top professionals from the Bay Area. For more information, visit spreckelsonline.com. (707) 588-3400

North Bay Theatrics
Their mission is to provide a safe and inclusive environment that is accessible to all young people where they create leadership opportunities and foster relationships so all individuals can build confidence while having fun, being themselves, and instilling a sense of value through the performing arts. They believe that all students should be able to have access to theatre and arts opportunities regardless of financial background. Their mentorship programs have helped their students grow into teachers and beyond. For more information, visit northbaytheatrics.com. (415) 671-7198

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
See individual folder for more resources. Big Brothers Big Sisters pioneered youth mentoring in 1904 and is the industry leader in mentoring services to children. Mentoring helps kids to graduate, stay out of trouble, improve their school grades and relationships with others. Mentors are professionally screened, trained and supervised. (707) 258-6346
Email info@bbbsba.org
https://www.bbbsba.org/

Sonoma County Family YMCA (Young Men's Christian Association)
Non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Sonoma County residents in the areas of Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The ASES program is a state-funded after-school program that is free to participants and offers a safe environment for children to enhance their education. Programs are offered at Thomas Page and John Reed in Rohnert Park. For more information, visit scfymca.org or contact the YMCA representative for a specific site:
John Reed Elementary: Yarida Llamas, (707) 888-4660
Thomas Page Elementary: Mark Kratz, (707) 494-1630

Sonoma County Regional Parks
Network of local regional parks with day use access, overnight camping, community engagement programs and outreach, within a framework of equity, diversity, inclusion and cultural sensitivity. For more information visit parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov. Discounted annual vehicle passes available to qualifying low-income households. Applications can be printed or filled out online at parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/become-a-member/join-or-renew (707) 565-2041 (English/Spanish).

Boy Scouts of America
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Programs are available for all youth from Kindergarten through 20 years old. For more information, visit https://www.scouting.org/. Click “Join Us” at the top of the page and enter your zip code (94928 for Rohnert Park, 94931 for Cotati) to find local clubs.

Rohnert Park Community Services
See individual folder for more resources including current recreation guide. Rohnert Park Community Services offers a variety of programs for children ranging from classes, camp and preschool to swim lessons and sports. For more information on current classes and programs check out our Recreation Guide or call the Rohnert Park Community Center Front Desk at (707) 588-3456.

Cotati Community Center
The Recreation Department of Cotati invites you to visit their parks, participate in their special events and numerous recreation programs, including summer camps. For more information and upcoming events, visit https://www.cotaticity.org/city_hall/departments/recreation. 201 West Sierra Avenue Cotati, CA 94931 (707) 665-4222