About ValleyCares
We're here so it's easier to find caring support — crisis lines, school contacts, and community organizations — without digging through a dozen tabs alone.
What we believe
Everyone deserves clear information about where to turn — whether you want someone to talk to tonight, a counselor at school, or a local program that fits your area.
ValleyCares doesn't replace therapists or crisis services. We gather public-facing links and phone numbers in one friendly place so you can take the next step that feels right for you.
You don't have to earn support. Showing up here — or sharing this site with a friend — already matters.
What you'll find
ValleyCares pulls together a few practical things:
Clear starting points
Crisis lines, school counseling contacts, and community organizations — organized by school and by Bay Area ZIP code when that helps.
No gatekeeping
We list how to reach real services directly. You shouldn't need a secret password to find a phone number.
Local context
High schools across the Peninsula, South Bay, and nearby areas — with regional orgs that often serve those neighborhoods.
Values
You belong here
This site is for anyone looking for support — students, friends, siblings, parents, teachers.
Small steps count
A text, a breath, a bookmarked link — progress doesn't have to look dramatic.
Privacy matters
We don't run chat or therapy on this site; when you call a listed service, their privacy rules apply.
Free to use
ValleyCares is a guide. Most crisis lines are free; other programs may have their own fees — always ask them.
Inclusive by design
We include LGBTQ+ affirming entry points (like The Q Corner framing + Trevor) alongside broad community resources.
Community care
Sharing a resource, driving a friend to an appointment, or listening without fixing — that's care too.
Get involved
Small actions keep communities gentle and informed.
Share ValleyCares
Send the link to a group chat, a class parent thread, or a club you're in.
Check in with someone
Ask how they're really doing — and listen without rushing to fix.
Advocate at school
Ask how your campus supports wellness and what students actually know about.
Volunteer locally
Many organizations on our resources page welcome volunteers — start with one that fits your schedule.
Learn QPR or similar
Question, Persuade, Refer — a practical framework for supporting someone in distress (offered by many community groups).
Share your story (when ready)
If you've found something that helped, your experience might help someone else feel less alone.