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Experiencing a mental illness is often a lonely experience. One in four adults face a mental health challenge, which means that many others share similar struggles, feelings and questions.

There are people who care, who can relate, and who want to help others find hope and begin the road to recovery.

 

It's Up to Us to make a difference here in Riverside county. View these stories to learn how other Riverside county residents recognized that they had a mental health problem, the people and resources that supported them and how they are doing now.

 

If you or someone you care about is in crisis and needs immediate help, please call the Access & Referral Line at (800) 706-7500. Trained and experienced counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you. You don't have to suffer in silence, make the FREE call. If emergency medical care is needed,
call 9-1-1 or go to the emergency room of the nearest hospital.

Now's the time to read up! With one in four adults facing mental health challenges, it’s up to us to make Riverside County communities supportive of those experiencing such challenges. Visit the Get Involved page of this website to learn how you can make a difference.