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California Youth Crisis Line

Human Services

California Youth Crisis Line

California Coalition for Youth

Statewide, toll-free confidential telephone linkage to resources for runaway children or for any youth considering running away.

Description:

A 24-hour crisis line providing crisis intervention counseling, youth-to-parent message service, phone connections to service providers and families, and information and referral to youth in crisis and their families. Also known as the California Runaway Hotline. Formerly known as California Child, Youth and Family Coalition.

Location

Public Transit:

Not necessary for service.

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

  • Translation services available 24/7 for 100+ languages

Services

Fees:

None.

Audience:

Youth, age 12-24, in crisis, their families and other concerned adults

Eligibility:

None

How to Apply:

Apply by phone.

Service Wait Estimate:

No wait.

Service Areas:

  • Alameda County
  • Contra Costa County
  • Marin County
  • San Francisco County
  • San Mateo County
  • Santa Clara County
  • Statewide