LOCAL RESOURCES

Marin County has an abundance of resources through our local schools, public health organizations and online, but sometimes it's difficult knowing where to start. Scroll down to see a list of some reputable local organizations that provide information and support. 

 
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Hotlines

Marin County Suicide Prevention and Crisis Hotline
415-499-1100

Substance Use Access and Assessment or Information
415-755-2345

Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
www.crisistextline.org

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

 

ALCOHOL JUSTICE

Alcohol Justice, the industry watchdog, promotes evidence-based public health policies and organizes campaigns with diverse communities and youth against the alcohol industry’s harmful practices.

BE THE INFLUENCE

Be the Influence (BTI) is a parent support program consisting of a network of parents dedicated to keeping teens safe and away from drugs for as long as possible. BTI provides access to a secure database of like-minded parents who pledge not to host teen parties with alcohol, marijuana and other drugs. BTI also provides bi-monthly newsletters with parenting tips and facts about different drugs. betheinfluence.us

TUHSD WELLNESS CENTER

In order to improve the health, wellbeing, and educational outcomes of all students, the mission of the Tamalpais Union High School District Wellness Center is to enhance the delivery of comprehensive and coordinated health, mental health, substance abuse, reproductive health and other support services within the school environment.

HUCKLEBERRY YOUTH

Huckleberry’s mission is to educate, inspire, and support under served youth to develop healthy life choices, to maximize their potential, and to realize their dreams.

MARIN AL-ANON AND AL-ATEEN

Al-Anon’s primary purpose is to help families and friends of alcoholics. Marin County Chapter website includes purpose, resources, meetings and more.

NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF MENTAL ILLNESS IN MARIN

NAMI Marin is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families living with mental illness, through advocacy, education and support.

OD free MARIN

OD Free Marin works to reduce overdoses in Marin, half of which are associated with the synthetic opioid fentanyl. There are volunteer opportunities for teens and young adults to help distribute NARCAN (opioid overdose reversal spray) and train other young people how to use it to save lives.

REDWOOD TUPE

The Tobacco Use Prevention Education program is a statewide network of youth development groups that engage young people to prevent underage nicotine use.

SAN FRANCISCO AND MARIN AA

Alcoholics Anonymous website offers information and meetings for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. 

WELLIFY TEEN

WellifyTeen.org is a resource for parents and teens who are looking for education and a comprehensive guidebook of local resources specifically in Marin County, designed for low and mid income families.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

“The Youth Leadership Institute builds communities where young people and their adult allies come together to create positive social change.”

YOUTH TRANSFORMING JUSTICE

Youth Transforming Justice (YTJ) provides alternatives to the traditional school disciple and juvenile justice systems. YTJ’s practices are based on the principals of youth driven restorative trauma-informed justice. YTJ Peer Solutions empowers teens to take an active role in addressing and supporting their peers. 

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