Citrus Counseling Services - CCS

It’s , and we want to remind you that you are not alone. If you're struggling, help is available. Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to connect with someone and get immediate support.

For additional resources visit: nami.org/suicidepreventionmonth

Please consider attending the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast next Thursday.

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https://www.redlandsdailyfacts.com/2024/02/25/matters-of-faith-redlands-interfaith-council-creates-space-for-people-of-all-faiths/

Matters of Faith: Redlands interfaith council creates space for people of all faiths The Redlands Area Interfaith Council provides community members a place to learn about each other’s beliefs and work together on projects that transcend individual spiritual constructs, writes new …

Please join us for our Annual Fundraising Gala! See comment below for links to RSVP and purchase tickets.

Come join us at the Redlands Rotary Touch a Truck event at the University of Redlands. We will be here until 3:00 today!

CCS has long worked with law enforcement agencies and other community partners to assist crime victims and their families. We are proud to support and participate in this week’s Seventh Annual National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Memorial events. The entire community is invited to attend these events.

We are happy to be partnering with the American Red Cross for another Community Resiliency Workshop. All are welcome to attend.

Effective Communication Skills for Families community workshop Please submit your name and email below and a zoom link will be sent to you for the workshop.

Here’s an article with some good suggestions to assist young people cope with stress and anxiety.

Youth mental health: My young clients build a coping tool box. It's a simple way to help. Mental health is declining in the pandemic, and young children are showing clear signs of illness. A simple toolbox can help relieve stress.

Looking to work where you can make a difference in someone's life? We have multiple opportunities to join our team. Please apply via the link. https://ccscares.bamboohr.com/jobs/

Current Openings Take a look at the current openings at Citrus Counseling Services

Nancy Ruth White Remembrance

Is it with great sadness that we share the news Nancy Ruth White passed away Monday, November 15, 2021.

Nancy served on the CCS Board from 2013-2020 and served as Vice-president from 2015-2017. The organization significantly increased its’ service reach and breadth during her tenure.

In addition to the work she did at CCS, Nancy was a special education teacher, active in her church, advocated for women’s issues, and served on San Bernardino County’s Democratic Central Committee.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022, at the San Bernardino United Church of Christ, at 3041 N. Sierra Way, San Bernardino.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to Orange County Planned Parenthood, Redlands Assistance League, or any charity of your choice.

.Trinity Episcopal is hosting an all-faiths event to provide comfort to those experiencing loss and/or find the holiday season difficult. A reception and light meal will be offered afterward

Mental Health Workers: Looking to work where you can have a major impact helping families in the Inland Empire? We have multiple opportunities to join our CCS team. https://ccscares.bamboohr.com/jobs/

The holiday season is upon us. Congregation Emanu El invites the community to participate in their "Grand Re-opening" on December 3 @ 6:30 pm. And Rabbi Reznick will lead an interfaith "Light the Night" event at Ed Hales Park in downtown Redlands December 6 @ 5:00.

Citrus Counseling Services salutes our veterans! 🇺🇸

Living With Gratitude

As we enter into the holiday season, common stressors can become unbearable. During these times many of us are left feeling like there’s not a community we can lean on to talk to about mental health issues prevalent during this time of year. Fortunately, the CCS Military Families Program has developed a weekly virtual group focused on empowering you to use tools to prevent the development of mental illness. We are here for you.
Wednesday November 3, 2021 at 6pm we will kick off this group with the American Redcross for a workshop on Emotional Grit and Emotional Resiliency.

All participants must be located in the State of California. Please sign-up by scanning the QR code on the flyer attached or using this website https://www.signupgenius.com/go/

A zoom link will be sent after you sign-up using the link.

We're just days away from Recovery Happens, a free and virtual event on Saturday, Sept. 18 celebrating National Recovery Month, individuals in recovery and the work of local recovery treatment providers. Our keynote speakers Cesar A. Garcia, actor, producer and writer; and Tony Hoffman, former BMX Elite Pro and motivational speaker, will share their powerful stories of recovery! RSVP TODAY at http://ow.ly/2CvZ50FA9JQ

As news coverage continues on our withdrawal from Afghanistan, many of our service personnel and veterans may experience what is know as 'moral injuries' as they contemplate their time in service. While moral injury is normal it is important to know that it is not something clearly seen. Our service personnel and veterans may feel shocked, hurt, disappointed, and even confused. These injuries should not be ignored. Counselors in our Military Families program are here to help. Call us at 909-793-1078.

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Do you have school-age children/youth who have been affected by COVID? Let our counselors help. https://enewspaper.pe.com/?publink=28078b805_1345dd3

After school year unlike any other, what’s next for students? I have had the experience of speaking with dozens of students — elementary, ...

We are changing our name to be a more inclusive Mental Health Provider.
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Christian Counseling Service to change name to Citrus Counseling Service In the 1970s, five local churches got together to figure out how to join forces to provide extra help for high-need parishioners. They soon realized that the whole community could

Our partners at San Bernardino Human Services are sponsoring a Fatherhood Summit. You can register here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-inland-empire-fatherhood-summit-tickets-153688657913

Living a healthy lifestyle and incorporating mental health tools to thrive may not be easy but can be achieved by gradually making small changes and building on those successes.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound impacts on the mental health of people of all ages, and now more than ever it is critical to reduce the stigma around mental health struggles that commonly prevents individuals from seeking help.

While 1 in 5 people will experience a mental illness during their lifetime, everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health. You are not alone if you are feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed. There are things you can do yourself to get back on track. And there are people available to assist you if you can’t do in on your own. Seeking professional help when self-help efforts to improve your mental health aren’t working are a sign of strength, not weakness.

Mental health is essential to everyone’s health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. One way to check in with yourself is to take a mental health screen at https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/. It is a quick, free, and private way for someone to assess their mental health and recognize signs of mental health problems.

Calling local artists! One of our partners, San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, is soliciting artwork submissions to be shared on their Mental Health Month website.