Resources
- Suicide and Crisis Hotline, Santa Clara County: 885-278-4204
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
- Crisis Text Line: text BRAVE to 741741
- CONTACT Cares Crisis Hotline: 408-850-6125
- Rape Crisis Hotline: 408-287-3000
- Suicide and Crisis Services 408-279-3312
- Emergency Psychiatric Services: Santa Clara County Info. & Access 800-704-0900
- www.211SCC.org: database of health & human service providers
- Domestic Violence Crisis Line: 800-572-2782
- Women’s Shelter - Support Network for Battered Women: 408-279-7550
- Adult Protective Services: 408-928-3860
- Child Protective Services: 408-299-2071
See full list of low-cost health resources.
Covered California Health Coverage Options
Medi-Cal
- Children—regardless of immigration status—foster youth, pregnant women, and legally present individuals—including those with DACA status—may be eligible for no- or low-cost Medi-Cal.
- Medi-Cal covers immunizations, checkups, specialists, vision and dental services, and more for children and youth at no- or low-cost.
- Medi-Cal enrollment is available year-round.
Covered California
- Covered California is where legal residents of California can compare quality health plans and choose the one that works best for them.
- Based on income and family size, many Californians may qualify for financial assistance.
- Enroll during Open Enrollment or any time you experience a life-changing event, like losing your job or having a baby. You have 60 days from the event to complete enrollment.
This year there are new laws that expand financial help for Californians. Now many individuals and families who make between $50,000 and $150,000 are eligible for help for the first time. Make sure you visit Coveredca.com to check your what you might qualify for.
You and your family may qualify for financial help
Household Size | 2020 household maximum | 2020 household maximum | 2020 household range |
---|---|---|---|
1 | $17,237 | $33,224 | $17,238 – $74,940 |
2 | $23,336 | $44,981 | $23,337 – $101,460 |
3 | $29,436 | $56,738 | $29,437 – $127,980 |
4 | $35,535 | $68,495 | $35,536 – $154,500 |
5 | $41,635 | $80,253 | $41,636 – $181,020 |
6 | $47,735 | $92,010 | $47,736 – $207,540 |
Adults may be eligible for Medi-Cal | Children may be eligible for Medi-Cal | May be eligible for financial help to purchase insurance through Covered California |
Enroll
Three ways to enroll in Medi-Cal and Covered California:
- Visit Covered CA Online
- Call 1-800-300-1506
- Find In-Person Help
Get Care
- Find a primary care doctor in your network.
- Schedule an annual checkup for you and your family.
- Make sure to take your child to the dentist.
- Pay your monthly premium if your plan requires it.
Renew
- Medi-Cal must be renewed every year. Medi-Cal will mail renewal packet. Complete and return. For help, contact your local Medi-Cal office or call 211.
- Health plans through Covered California must be renewed every year. Renewal information will be mailed at the end of the year, or contact Covered California at 1 (800) 300-1506.
- Automated Information 1-877-962-3633
- San Jose 408-758-3800
- Mountain View 650-988-6100
- State Healthy Families Program
This page contains links to health and wellness information for educational purposes only, it is not intended to replace the advice of trained professionals.
- Web MD: general health and medicine
- Online Mental Health Screenings: brief, anonymous, and confidential
- HSACCC Virtual Health Center: Health Services Association of California Community Colleges
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Health and Safety, Traveler's Health
- Medline Plus: Conditions, Diseases, and Wellness
- Go Ask Alice: Q & A internet Sit
- The Unabridged Student Counseling Virtual Pamphlet Collection: Stress Management and Other Topics for
- Dr. Weil: Alternative Medicine
- Diabetes: American Diabetes Association
- Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutrition (SCAN): Sports Nutrition Fact Sheets
- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Helpline & Meeting Referral: 408-374-8511
- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Meetings
- National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
- National Institute on Drug Abuse
- NCADD: National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependence: 408-292-7292
- GATEWAY - Alcohol & Drug Screening Information & Referral: 800-488-9919
- Blue Zones Food Guides
- Association for Size Diversity and Health: Health at Every Size
- EDRC: Eating Disorders Resource Center of Silicon Valley
- Intuitive Eating and the Anti-Diet: Making Peace with Food
- Nutrition Facts
Recommended Reading
- Body Respect by Linda Bacon and Lucy Aphramor
- Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole
- Body of Truth by Harriet Brown
- Next Door: Domestic Violence Solutions
- Bedsider.org: Reproductive Issues
- Santa Clara County Veterans Services: 408-553-6000 - M-F
- Planned Parenthood: 408-287-7526 - M-F
- 60 Mental Health Resources for College Students
- LBGTQ+ Resources | Rutgers
- Addiction Resources | City of Portland
- Developmental Disabilities Administration | Washington State Department
- Mental Health, Child Trauma, Domestic Violence Resources | City of Little Rock
The West Valley Active Minds Club empowers students to change the perception about mental health on college campuses.
Active Minds is the leading nonprofit organization that empowers students to speak openly about mental health in order to educate others and encourage help-seeking. We are changing the culture on campuses and in the community by providing information, leadership opportunities and advocacy training to the next generation.
Through campus-wide events and national programs, Active Minds aims to remove the stigma that surrounds mental health issues, and create a comfortable environment for an open conversation about mental health issues on campuses nationwide.
Please contact Student Health Services at wvc.health-servicesFREEWEST_VALLEY if you are interested in joining the West Valley Active Minds Chapter or would like more information.
Visit West Valley Active Minds Chapter on Facebook.
Weekly Club Meetings will resume in the Fall.

Emergency
If student is a danger to self or others, or help is needed immediately, call 9-1-1 or 408-299-3233