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Upcoming Events
Spring is right around the corner so it`s time to lace up your sneakers, gather your crew, and join us for a day of fun, community, and meaningful impact at Healing Hearts: Walk/Run/MOVE! for Suicide Prevention on May 17th!
Sign up: http://runsignup.com/HealingHearts2025
Healing Hearts isn`t just an event—it`s an opportunity to come together, celebrate wellness, and support our suicide prevention programs.
Here`s what you can look forward to:
🏃♀️ A 5K walk/run—perfect for all ages and abilities!
✨ A lively Health & Wellness Fair with awesome local vendors
🧘 Inspiring movement classes to energize your spirit
🍽️ Delicious, healthy eats to fuel your day
🎟️ An exciting raffle with fabulous prizes you won`t want to miss

Our TextLine services (English) are now available 24/7! You matter and you`re not alone.
Reach us by texting the keyword SAFE to 20121. Text message rates may apply. Para Español, textear SEGURO al 20121 (5pm - 9pm martes-viernes).
You can also reach our Crisis Line 24/7 by dialing 988 or 1-800-309-2131 for free and confidential support.
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FREE VIRTUAL Workshop for Healthcare Professionals!
Title: Healthcare Professional Wellness: Managing & Preventing Burnout
Date/Time: Wed March 26th @ 12pm-1pm
Registration: https://bit.ly/3ReXLsx
5: Learning Objectives:
1 - Learn about risk factors for burnout specific to healthcare professionals
2 - Learn about ways to support oneself and others experiencing burnout
3 - Learn about supportive resources in Alameda County
No CEs available at this time. For any questions: jjohal@crisissupport.org

Connection matters and can have a powerful impact on our mental health!
"Kindness can transform someone`s dark moment with a blaze of light. You`ll never know how much your caring matters." - Amy Leigh Mercree
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We’re Hiring!
CSS is looking for the following positions:
PT MAA Data Program Assistant - Application deadline March 21st 2025
PT Caring Contacts Supervisor - Application deadline April 1st 2025
Learn more and apply at: https://www.crisissupport.org/about/employment-opportunities/

You Are Not Alone. Help is a text and/or a phone call away! When the weight of the world feels heavy, remember: You are not alone. Help is available through our 24/7, free, and confidential Crisis Line and through our Text Line.
Call us at 1-800-309-2131 or simply dial 988. If texting feels more comfortable, text "SAFE" to 20121 between anytime (24-hours daily) (standard message rates apply)
Our text line is also available in Spanish:
Text "SEGURO" to 20121 from 5 pm - 9 pm, Tuesday to Friday
Para Español textear SEGURO al 20121 5p - 9p martes - viernes
Your well-being is our priority, and our crisis line is always free, confidential, and here for you. Reach out, and let`s navigate through tough times together.
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We are offering a unique grief group at the 81st Ave.
Oakland Public Library branch: Writing Your Grief. Through reflection and processing, we will write obituaries as a way to connect with our loved ones and legacy and ourselves.
Please call 510-615-5812 for information and to register for this 4 week group.
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Join our team!
CSS is looking for the following position:
Clinician II
Application deadline for position: April 30th, 2025
Learn more and apply at: https://www.crisissupport.org/about/employment-opportunities/

Join our drop - in grief group for connection and support coping with a loss. All ages are welcome.
📍 Locations:
Downtown Oakland Senior Center (200 Grand Avenue) - Tuesdays from 1pm - 230pm
North Oakland Senior Center (5714 MLK Way) - Mondays 1pm - 230pm
ℹ No registration required—just stop by! Or call us at 800-260-0094 for more info.
You`re not alone—we`re here to support you. 💙
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Support Group Available: Mental Health Providers as Grief Survivors
Date/Time: 3rd Fridays of the month @ 9am-10am PT
Description: How do you mourn the death of a client? Crisis Support Services is offering a free drop in group for all providers to explore the impact of loss. This VIRTUAL group is facilitated by Danielle Guerry, LMFT and Andrea Henderson, LCSW.
Contact Info: Email ahenderson@crisissupport.org for more information and for the meeting link.
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