Family Resources

Welcome to our Family Resource Page! On this website, you will find resources you can access within 40 miles of your home and/or online. Please remember that you can also reach out to us for resource support by completing a "Counselor Request Form" located on the "School Counselors" contact page.

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Dialing 211 helps direct callers to services for, among others, the elderly, the disabled, those who do not speak English, those with a personal crisis, those with limited reading skills, and those who are new to their communities.

The following resources may be found online: Crisis Services, Legal Assistance, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Animals, Children and Families, Education, Food, Government, Health Care, Housing, Income and Employment, Personal Needs, Seniors and Older Adults, Transportation, Utilities, Veteran and Military Services.

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services provides a wide range of services for individuals with mental health illnesses and substance abuse problems.

Crisis Hotline: 1-800-991-5272

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Substance Use Division Access Line: 1-866-266-4898

For NON- Crisis Adult Care: 661-868-8080

OMNI Family Health

1-800-300-OMNI (6664)

Omni Family Health is a growing network located throughout Kern County. OMNI provides preventative healthcare to individuals and families in our community, including comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health services.

College Community Resources

661-758-4029

College Community Resources is the geographical provider for the Wasco area. They specialize in behavioral health and integrated care services in the community and home settings. CCS serves children, youth, adults, and families with counseling services.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Kern County Department of Human Services

Apply for benefits: Cash Assistance, Food & Nutrition, Medical

The Department of Human Resources offers an array of services for families ranging from financial assistance, child protective services, assistance for foster families, and more.

Alliance Against Family Violence

24-Hour Crisis Hotline 1-800-273-7713

661-322-0931

The Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault serves women, men, teens, and children who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.