Sequoia District Adult School

Immigrants Rising-Mental Health Connector

Virtual wellness gatherings help undocumented young people stay grounded and connected to one another. Led by Liliana Campos, Immigrants Rising’s Mental Health Advocate, these virtual gatherings convene experienced facilitators—psychologists, coaches, traditional healers—to guide undocumented young people through educational materials and interactive activities. Liliana also shares resources for participants to check out on their own throughout the week. We hope these virtual sessions and tools can support participants’ long-term resilience and coping strategies.

Did you know that getting support for your mental and emotional well-being can help you access your strengths and build resiliency? Check out these resources that will help you stay grounded and achieve your wellness goals.

This year, for the first time, more than 600,000 immigrant workers and families—who contribute $3.2 billion in tax support to California—will be eligible for critical financial resources when they file their taxes. Governor Newsom recently announced that everyone who receives the CalEITC will also get an additional $600, as part of a new state stimulus for COVID-19 relief.

This guide offers culturally responsive support tools including virtual mental-health platforms, directories for BIPOC-competent therapists, self-care resources, financial assistance or free therapy options, and crisis hotlines (some specific to BIPOC populations). It also outlines common barriers BIPOC people face in accessing care. innerbody.com

ORGANIZATION	WEB ADDRESS	PHONE	DESCRIPTION
Immigrant Legal Resource Center	https://www.ilrc.org	415-255-9499	Working with and for the immigrant community towards building a more democratic and diverse society
Immigrant Support and Coordination	http://hsa.smcgov.org/oisc	650-363-4194	Works to provide the immigrant community with an easily accessible and inclusive inventory of countywide services that will assist immigrants in their navigation of resources within San Mateo County.
CRISP (Collaborative Resources for Immigrant Services on the Peninsula)	http://crispcollaborative.blogspot.com
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach	http://www.apilegaloutreach.org	415.567.6255	Workshops and training, assist in direct services
Ready California	http://ready-california.org	415-321-8533
Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto	http://www.clsepa.org	650- 326-6440	Immigration, housing and economic advancement
International Institute of the Bay Area	http://www.iibayarea.org	650-780-7530	A nonprofit providing immigration legal services
The Centro de Ayuda Legal para Inmigrantes (CALI)	http://cali-immigrations.yolasite.com	650-938-4041	CALI’s mission is to provide quality legal representation in immigration matters for the low-income immigrant community.
The Immi Learning Center	https://www.immi.org/info/LearningCenter		The immi learning center is your resource for learning about U.S. immigration and how to stay in the U.S. legally. Browse the glossary for basic terms and concepts. Or read more detail about common ways to stay in the U.S.

If you’re struggling (or hoping to help a loved one), you don’t have to do it alone. We’ve put together facts and resources to support mental health within the Latinx community. Go to innerbody.com to find crisis hotlines (including Spanish-language text and call lines), directories to find bilingual and culturally competent therapists, and national organizations dedicated to Latinx mental health. It also highlights barriers to care and provides tools for accessing online therapy, interpreter services, and community-based support.

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