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Sonoma Valley Local Life: Non-profit Organizations Guide

The Region
Churches & Spiritual Centers

AnimalsDevelopmental Disability Services
ArtsDrug and Alcohol Recovery Support Services
Business and Local InformationEducation (Specialized, Adult, and Community)
Call Services Emergency Services
Child Care Employment
ClubsEnvironmental Groups
Community and Family ResourcesGovernment
Counseling Services and Support Group

Animals

Emergency Numbers to call if your Vet's office is not open:
Animal Care Center in Rohnert Park 584-4343
PetCare in Santa Rosa 579-5900


Kitten in the Sonoma VineyardsPets Lifeline

19686 Eighth Street East
P.O. Box 341 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-4577 12 to 5pm Tuesday Wednesday & Friday. 11 to 5 Saturday.
http://www.petslifeline.org


Directions to the Shelter:
From the south side of the Sonoma Plaza, go east on Napa Street to East Napa Street. Continue for 2 miles and turn right onto Eighth Street East. Continue for approximately one-half mile. Pet's Lifeline's shelter is at 19686 Eighth Street East.


Humane Society of Sonoma County

Humane Society & SPCA of Sonoma County
5345 Highway 12 West
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Tel: (707) 542-0882
www.sonomahumane.org

Over 75 years of advancing the welfare and protection of animals in Sonoma County. Adoption Center – Veterinary Hospital – Grooming Salon – Pet Supply Store – Dog Training – Boarding – Education – Volunteer.
City of Sonoma Animal Control
(Sonoma Police Department)
Animal licensing, protection and control.
Within Sonoma City Limits, M-F, 8:00 AM -5:00 PM, call: (707)-996-3602. Outside Sonoma City Limits, M-F, 8:00 AM -5:00 PM, call (707)-565-7100. After business hours call: (707)-565-2121. Protection of people from animals (sheriff): (707)-565-2650

Pet Population Control Fund, Inc.
P.O. Box 1908 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-935-1881

Low income spay and neuter arrangements.
Sonoma County Animal Regulation
1247 Century Drive (off Airport Blvd.) Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-565-7100
Wildlife Center
Rehabilitation of wildlife and investigation into effects of diseases and toxins on wildlife populations.
(707)-575-1000
Wildlife Fawn Rescue
The only facility in Sonoma County that is licensed for the long-term care of deer, therefore all Sonoma County deer go there for care and eventually release back into the wild. For information or emergency calls 707-833-6727 or 707-291-8151. There's lots of good information on the website regarding what to do if you find a fawn in the woods... or one that is in distress... hit by a car or caught by dogs, etc.
www.fawnrescue.org

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Arts

Arts Guild of Sonoma
East Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-3115
Nonprofit cooperative arts guild exhibiting local artists as well as presenting outreach programs to the community.


Balletcorp (Sonoma Ballet Association Inc.)

(707)-938-1424
Balletcorp sponsors scholarships and transportation costs for auditioning students, funding for mentoring young people who study dance, and funds for Sonoma Ballet Conservatory presentations. Balletcorp also supports workshops featuring renowned guest instructors.


Cultural and Fine Arts Commission

City of Sonoma
(707)-938-3861
Official Arts organization of the City of Sonoma. Functions to develop and establish a balanced arts and cultural program that promotes, enriches and advances the cultural and fine arts community.


Valley of the Moon Teen Center

Post Office Box 2053 Boyes Hot Springs, CA 95416
El Nido's mission is to provide support and encouragement to young adults through a broad range of programs promoting social, educational, and economic skills. El Nido members are multicultural, multi-lingual, male, female, and aged thirteen to nineteen.


Friends of the Sebastiani Theater

P. O. Box 213 Sonoma, CA 95476
Nonprofit support group created in 1988 to help the historic Sebastiani Theater survive as a film and live performance house. Meets monthly.


Sonoma Community Center

276 East Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-938-4626
Multipurpose presenting facility located in national historic building. Classes and workshops in art, pottery, theater, music, writing and many other disciplines for children and adults. Art exhibit areas, stage and auditorium for theatrical productions and meetings. Commercial kitchen facilities. Rental space available at affordable fees.


Sonoma Shambhala Center

(707)-935-6333
The Sonoma Shambhala Center is a local nonprofit organization, which sponsors and presents classes and workshops in meditation and the contemplative arts, including Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging), East Asian brush calligraphy, poetry, flower, and art exhibitions.


The Sonoma Valley Arts Alliance (SVAA)

PO Box 1385 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-938-1133
The SVAA is an umbrella arts organization established to promote the arts; facilitate communication between artists, art organizations and the public. SVAA sponsors the annual Salute to the Arts, a showcase of culinary, wine making, performing, literary and visual arts


Sonoma Valley Chorale

(707)-935-1576
http://www.sonomavalleychorale.org/
Performance oriented choral society in its 26th season. The 150-voice choir presents three concert series each year. The chorale draws members from Sonoma Valley and the tri-county surrounds. New members welcome.


Sonoma Valley Film Society

707.933.2600 www.cinemaepicuria.org
SVFS is a nonprofit corporation organized for the purpose of providing cultural and educational opportunities through film media. Produces an annual Sonoma Valley Film Festival along with several screenings throughout the season. Call for schedule.

Sonoma Valley Jazz Society
P.O. Box 115 Vineburg, CA 95487
707-373-0700 Janice King
www.sonomavalleyjazzsociety.org
The purpose of the Sonoma Valley Jazz Society is to enhance the appreciation of jazz as an American musical art form through local live performances and education. They produce four concerts every year which are held in the city plaza amphitheatre and coincide with the Farmer’s Market. The concerts are held at 6:00 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month – June through September.


Sonoma Valley Museum of Art

551 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-939-SVMA
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art's mission is to 'identify Sonoma as a center for the arts in Northern California; promote the exhibition, collection, and preservation of fine art in all its diverse forms; and create a meeting place and provide educational opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages.'


Sonoma Valley Poetry Festival

(707)-938-0800
The Sonoma Valley Poetry Festival is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to the promotion of poetry and the spoken word. The Poetry Festival is affiliated with the Sonoma Valley Education Foundation and California Poets in the Schools.


Valley of the Moon Art Association (VOMAA)

(707)-453-1656
VOMAA sponsors several art shows in the Sonoma Plaza in June, July, August and September, as well as several others. Artists at all levels of development are accepted as members. Call for meeting and show
schedules.

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Business and Local Information
Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce
651-A Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707)-996-1191
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 - 5:00
Occasionally closed for lunch.


The Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers Alliance
783 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476
707)-935-0803
info@sonomavalleywine.com
http://www.sonomavalleywine.com
The Alliance provides information about local vintners (SVVGA members), viticulture, wineries, tasting and tours. Sonoma historical information and a map helps you get familiar with local life.


Sonoma Visitors Bureau
453 First Street East Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707)-996-1090
Events Hotline: (707)-935-1111
www.sonomavalley.com
Open daily from 9:00 to 5:00, holidays excepted.
The Visitor's Bureau is housed in the old Carnegie library, built in 1912, on the east side of the Plaza. Here is a wealth of free information about local wineries, hotel, restaurants, and special events. Postcards available.
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Call Services
Are You OK? (Sonoma Fire Department)
Daily phone calls to check on an individual's welfare. No fee.
(707)-996-2102

Home Alone (Catholic Charities)
Daily telephone check in for elderly or disabled persons.
(707)-528-8712

I Am Here Alone (A program of the American Red Cross)
Daily health/welfare calls to homebound and those living alone.
(707)-577-7600

Lifeline
Medical alert call system.
(707)-778-7883

Postal Carrier Alert (A program of the American Red Cross)
(707)-577-7606
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Child Care
Sonoma Child Development Center (4 Cs)
620 Fifth Street West Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-3494
Serves working parents with readiness program for children 3 to 5 years old and kindergarten. Sliding scale.

Sonoma County Department of Health Services
Children and Families Commission (Prop. 10 Programs)
3263 Airway Drive, Suite C Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-565-6680

Sonoma County People for Economic Opportunity (SCPEO)
617 Sebastopol Road Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707)-544-6911
Chanate Women's Emergency Shelter (Santa Rosa) for homeless women and single mothers with infants. Free of charge. Head Start Preschool Program at Flowery School (Sonoma Valley)
(707)-996-5464
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Clubs
Boys and Girls Club
100 Verano Avenue El Verano, CA
(707)-938-8544
Sports, games, activities, arts, tutoring, and guidance for children and young teens.

Valley of the Moon Teen Center
Post Office Box 2053
Boyes Hot Springs, CA 95416

Jack London Foundation, Inc.
Box 337
Glen Ellen, CA 95442
(707)-996-2888
Maintains source material to promote research activities of the life and works of Jack London. Offers free assistance to writers, researchers, etc. of Jack London.

Sonoma Rotary International
(707)-823-5577
P.O. Box 910 Sonoma, CA 95476
The Rotary Family that works together to benefit those in need.

Soroptomist International
Sonoma Valley
www.soroptomist.org
Soroptomists are business and professional women of all ages, cultures and ethnic groups. They are working moms and single women; small business owners and corporate executives; attorneys, teachers and physicians. The common thread that connects all Soroptomists is their desire to make a difference for women.

Sonoma Valley Mothers Club
P.O. Box 1256 Boyes Hot Springs, CA 95416
(707)-996-9890
www.sonomamothersclub.org
The mission of the Sonoma Valley Mothers Club is to create an atmosphere of support, education, and socialization for mothers of young children and their families.

Sonoma Valley Woman's Club
574 First Street East Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-938-8313
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Community and Family Resources

Burbank Housing
790 Sonoma Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707)-526-9782
Increasing the supply of low-income/affordable housing. Develops and builds rental/owner units and educates "First Time Buyers".

California Human Development Corporation
3315 Airport Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-523-1155
Farm worker family assistance provides assess-based job training, education, emergency services, health education services and referrals.

California Human Development Corporation
100 Sebastopol Road Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707)-566-3960
Energy/weatherization services, employment training center, homeless services, Hispanic community services, family education services, immigration and naturalization services.

Catholic Charities (Immigration Services)
2325 Montgomery Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707)-578-6000

Centro de Justicia para Mujeres (Women's Justice Center)
250 Sebastopol Road Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707)-575-3150

Friends in Sonoma Helping (FISH)
Helping with emergency shelter, groceries, clothing and medical transportation.
P.O. Box 507 Sonoma, California
Call 707-996-0111
www.friendsinsonomahelping.org
Healthy Start Collaborative - Family Resource Centers
Call for services/programs/classes offered for children and families.
El Verano Elementary School (Sonoma Valley)
(707)-935-6050
Flowery Elementary School
(707)-935-6060

Information and Referral Line (Sonoma County)
A program of the Volunteer Center, M-F 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
(800)-325-9604
(707)-565-2108

La Luz Center (Sonoma Valley's Multicultural Center)
17560 Greger Street Boyes Hot Springs, CA 95416
(707)-938-5131
www.laluzcenter.org
Basis assistance programs and services, information/resource referral, translation assistance, English language and computer classes, Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, mobile health clinic and special events. Volunteers needed and donations accepted.
Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. (or by appointment).

Migrant Education
3412 Mendocino Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-526-1272
Student/family support, student enrichment/intervention activities, staff development for districts, parent education services. Call for hours in Sonoma.

Salvation Army
569 Fifth Street West Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-4761
(800)-958-7825 Truck pick-up for donated goods
Some basic assistance, food pantry and vouchers. Please call first.
Tuesday - Thursday, 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.

Children's Cancer Community
P.O. Box 2246 Sonoma, CA 95476
Toll free (866) 402-HOPE (4673)
www.hopeforcancerkids.org
Support/advocacy for families with children diagnosed with cancer. Support group meetings, fun activities, education and referral. Donations accepted.

Sonoma County Human Services Department
Main Office: 2550 Paulin Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(800)-325-9604 (707)-565-2715
Receives and processes applications for all forms of public assistance: TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families), food stamps, medical and general assistance (County Aid). Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance
P.O. Box 721 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-6843
"Stand By Me Mentoring Program". Mentor/mentee relationships established at 9 local schools. Qualified and trained mentors create caring, personal and academic support relationships for local youth.

Sonoma Valley Community Health Center
446 West Napa St. Sonoma, CA 95476
707-939-6070 www.svchc.org
Health and Medical Services for Sonoma Valley residents. Medi-Cal, some private insurance, and credit cards are accepted.

Sonoma Valley Regional Public Library
755 West Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-5217 www.sonoma.lib.ca.us

Springs Resource Center - Sonoma Valley
P.O. Box 896 Boyes Hot Springs, CA 95416
(707)-935-8111
Springs UP (Unity Partnership) offers resources and referrals in the unincorporated "Springs" area of Sonoma Valley. Ongoing opportunities for leadership development, education and community action programs for youth, families and the community. Volunteers and donations welcomed.

United Way of Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake Counties
P.O. Box A Santa Rosa, CA 95402
(707)-528-4483
Community building and fundraising for 100+ participating agencies.

Vineyard Worker Services/Farmworker Resource Center
(Centro de Recursos para Trabajadores del Campo)
17962 Sonoma Highway Boyes Hot Springs, CA 95416
(707)-933-0897
La Casa de Amistad August to November: food education and health services.

Vintage House Senior Center
264 First Street East Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-0311
Offers a broad range of advocacy programs, health care and educational services: art leisure/recreation classes, activities, workshops/forums for seniors aged 60+. Most are no or low cost. Also houses the Volunteer Center and Council on Aging programs. Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Volunteer Center of Sonoma County
264 First Street East Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-4644
Sonoma office located at the Vintage House Senior Center. Maintains an extensive list of volunteer opportunities in Sonoma Valley, and provides referrals to persons wishing to volunteer. Also, sponsors RSVP (Retired Seniors Volunteer Program) with opportunities specifically for 55 and older age groups

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Counseling Services and Support Groups

Consumer Credit Counselors
85 Brookwood Avenue, Suite 14 Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707)-527-9221
Debt and budget counseling by appointment at no charge. Planning for debt repayment to creditors available at a nominal charge.

Hospice of Marin, Valley of the Moon Team
735 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-3645
Comprehensive support services for dying patients and their families, bereavement assistance, grief support
groups.

Lyme Disease Resource Center
P.O. Box 1891 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-7040

Lyme Disease Support Group at Sonoma Valley Hospital
347 Andrieux Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-935-5345

M.E.N. (Men Evolving Nonviolently)
24-hour hotline and support groups for men learning to reduce and eliminate violence as a strategy. Drop-in groups. Sliding scale.
(707)-528-2636

Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
Youth experiencing crisis. Intervention, referrals, shelter opportunities.
(800)-544-3299 24-hour
Counseling, education, prevention, mentoring, employment programs for youth aged 14-21, drug and alcohol diversion programs, family support and counseling.

Sonoma Children's Cancer Foundation
P.O. Box 2246 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-0854
Support/advocacy for families with children diagnosed with cancer. Support group meetings, fun activities, education and referral. Donations accepted.

Sonoma County Mental Health Department
24-hour psychiatric emergency crisis, evaluation and referral.
(800)-746-8181
(707)-576-8181 24-hour

Sonoma Crisis Line
24-hour crisis intervention, referrals, support, and counseling with professional psychiatric backup. Spanish translation available.
(707)-938-HELP (938-4357)

Sonoma Valley Mental Health Clinic
178 First Street West Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-3644
Medical evaluation, case management and treatment of mentally ill children, youth and adults. Individual, group and family therapy for eligible clients. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.

Sonoma Valley Youth & Family Services (Sonoma Police Department)
175 First Street West Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-933-2265

Wilmar Center for Bereaved Children
P.O. Box 1374 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-935-1946
Provides a safe, healing and supportive environment for children/teens that have experienced the loss of a loved one or have a loved on with a life-threatening illness. Support services are also extended to the family, caregivers, schools and the community. No fees are charged for support groups.

United Against Sexual Assault- Counseling and Support
835 Piner Road Suite D Santa Rosa CA 95403
707-545-7270
Free counseling services and support groups for sexual assault survivors and for their families and friends. They also offer a 24 hour crisis line 707-545-7273

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Developmental Disability Services
Becoming Independent
355 West Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-5988
Promotes community inclusion for adults with mild developmental disabilities through personal, social and vocational services. Community living support and employment services including training and placement. Transportation included between home and BI service locations.

California Department of Developmental Services
15000 Arnold Drive Glen Ellen, CA 95442
(707)-938-6000

Department of Rehabilitation (State of California)
50 D Street Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707)-576-2233
Evaluation and counseling. Aids in securing employment. Disability Insurance Program (State of California)
(800)-480-3287 (707)-576-2095
Claims/State Disability/Unemployment Insurance (800)-300-5616

North Bay Regional Center
2351 Mendocino Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-569-2000 (707)-525-1239 TTY

Sonoma County Human Services Department:
Adult and Aging Division - LINKAGES Program
P.O. Box 4059 Santa Rosa, CA 95402
(707)-565-5900

Sonoma County Office of Education
5340 Skylane Boulevard Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-524-2600
Education programs for learning/physically disabled and severely disabled students in Sonoma County.

Sonoma Valley Unified School District
18606 Riverside Drive Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-935-6000
Services for learning/mentally disabled school-aged children; also those with speech or hearing challenges and special health services needs.
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Drug and Alcohol Recovery Support Services
Al-Anon and Alateen
P.O. Box 2412 Santa Rosa, CA 95405
(707)-575-6760
Support group meetings for family, friends and teens whose lives are touched by an alcoholic relative or friend. Call for meetings/locations, or send a self-addressed stamped envelope to the above address.

Alcoholics Anonymous - Sonoma Valley
(707)-938-2027
Call for local and countywide meeting schedule. Support group meeting for alcoholics and their families.

Choices for Change (Social Advocates for Youth)
1313 College Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-544-3299
Education and support groups for youth ages 4-17 and their parents in challenging family environments. Information about substance abuse recovery and codependency issues.

Narcotic Anonymous
P.O. Box 1365 Santa Rosa, CA 95402
(707)-575-7837
Support meetings for people with a desire to stop using drugs. Call for local and area meetings, or to discuss recovery.

Orenda Center (Sonoma County Department of Health)
2759 Bennett Valley Road Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707)-565-7460 Direct line for the Detoxification Unit
(707)-565-7156 Assessment programs for drinking drivers and DV offenders
Residential treatment program (31 days) and non-medical detoxification (3 to 5 days). AOD education, counseling and outpatient treatment.

Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
(707)-996-7991
Outpatient substance abuse education and counseling for youth and their families.
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Education (Specialized, Adult, and Community)

Becoming Independent
355 West Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-5988
Promotes community inclusion for adults with mild developmental disabilities through personal, social and vocational services. Community living support and employment services including training and placement. Transportation included between home and BI service locations.

La Luz Bilingual Center
17560 Greger Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-938.5131
A nonprofit organization that promotes the independence of non-English speaking people through education and orientation to community life.

Migrant Education
3412 Mendocino Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)-526-1272
Student/family support, student enrichment/intervention activities, staff development for districts, parent education services. Call for hours in Sonoma.
North Bay Kung Fu & Karate
721-C West Napa St. Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 938-9478
www.northbaykungfu.com
Serving Sonoma Valley since 1984, we are proud to be a non-profit corporation. Located next to the Sonoma library.
Santa Rosa Junior College
(707)-527-4011 General Information
(707)-527-4371 SRJC Community Education
Many Continuing Education classes are held at the Adult School at Sonoma Valley High School.

Seeds of Learning
585 Fifth Street West Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-939-0471
http://www.seedsoflearning.org
Seeds of Learning is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving educational opportunities in rural Latin America. We work with North Americans and Central Americans to build and equip schools in Nicaragua and El Salvador, educate children and adults, and promote cross cultural understanding. We maintain staff and facilities in Sonoma, CA; Ciudad Dario, Nicaragua; and Chalatenango, El Salvador.

Sonoma Community Center
276 East Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-938-4626
Offers classes in art, music and drama for all ages. Interactive, physical and spiritual activities: aerobics, yoga, dance, etc.

Sonoma County Office of Education
5340 Skylane Boulevard Santa Rosa, CA 95403-8246
(707)-546-2600

Sonoma County Regional Occupational Program (ROP)
Sonoma Valley High School
20000 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-933-4039

Sonoma Valley Adult & Community Education
Sonoma Valley High School
20000 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-933-4033

Sonoma Valley Education Foundation
P.O. Box 493 Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-935-9566
Supports the primary importance of community involvement in, and funding for, programs that enrich local public schools and organizations that provide education. Ongoing grant offerings and fund-raising events. Donations encouraged.

Sonoma Valley Regional Library
www.sonoma.lib.ca.us
The local and county library catalog is online for searching at this site, which also includes library hours and policies, and information about the county library system. The site also features links, a "Frequently Asked Questions" page with tips on library usage, and more.

Sonoma Valley Unified School District
18606 Riverside Drive Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-935-6000

Vintage House Senior Center
264 First Street East Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-0311
Offers a variety of nonacademic and leisure classes and workshops for seniors and community members.
Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Volunteer Center of Sonoma County
153 Stony Circle, Suite 101 Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707)-573-3399

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Emergency Services
California Youth Crisis Line
Crisis intervention and local referral services for youth and families.
(800)-843-5200

Child Protective Services
Protection of children 17 and younger from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
(800)-870-7064 (707)-565-4304 24-hour

Adult Protective Services
Protection of persons 18 years and older from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
(800)-667-0404 (707)-559-5940 24-hour

Drug Abuse Alternatives Center (DAAC)
Crisis intervention, counseling and groups.
(707)-539-8868 24-hour

F.I.S.H. (Friends in Sonoma Helping) of Sonoma Valley
Assistance to persons in need with groceries, transportation, used clothing, rent/utilities.
M-F 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 24-hour emergency calls. (707)-996-0111

M.E.N. (Men Evolving Non-violently)
24-hour hotline and support groups for men learning to reduce and eliminate violence as a strategy. Drop in groups. Sliding scale. (707)-528-2636
Poison Control
24-hour information on toxic substances.
(800)-876-4766

Psychiatric Emergency Services
(Sonoma County) crisis evaluation and suicide assessment.
(707)-576-4970 24-hour

Runaway Hotline
Crisis intervention and referral services for youth and their families.
(800)-621-4000 24-hour

Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
Youth experiencing crisis. Intervention, referrals, shelter opportunities.
(800)-544-3299 24-hour

Sonoma County Mental Health Department
24-hour psychiatric emergency crisis, evaluation and referral.
(800)-746-8181 (707)-576-8181 24-hour

Sonoma Crisis Line
24-hour crisis intervention, referrals, support, and counseling with professional psychiatric backup. Spanish translation available.
(707)-938-HELP (938-4357)

United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County
(707)-545-7273 24-hour
YWCA Safe House Program
(707)-546-1234 24-hour
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Employment
Becoming Independent
355 West Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476
(707)-996-5988
Promotes community inclusion for adults with mild developmental disabilities through personal, social and vocational services. Community living support and employment services including training and placement. Transportation included between home and BI service locations.

California Human Development Corporation (CHDC)
100 Sebastopol Road Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707)-566-3960
Energy/weatherization services, employment training center, homeless services, Hispanic community services, family education services, immigration and naturalization services.

Department of Rehabilitation (State of California)
50 D Street Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707)-576-2233
Evaluation and counseling. Aids in securing employment.

Disability Insurance Program (State of California)
(800)-480-3287 (707)-576-2095
Guia del Campesino
Immigration, employment, social services and migrant education.
(800)-232-4842

Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
Youth experiencing crisis. Intervention, referrals, shelter opportunities.
(800)-544-3299 24-hour
Counseling, education, prevention, mentoring, employment programs for youth aged 14-21, drug and alcohol diversion programs, family support and counseling.

Vineyard Workers' Service
Box 166 Glen Ellen, CA 95442
(707)-996-8620
Provides English classes, temporary housing, food, medical and dental services as needed & as available for migrant farm workers.
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Environmental Groups
Sonoma Ecology Center
205 First Street West Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 996-9744 sec@vom.com
The Sonoma Ecology Center is a nonprofit organization working toward a condition of sustainable ecological health in the Sonoma Valley through research, education and community involvement. The Center offers Sonoma residents and visitors opportunities for discovering the beauty and natural resources of our valley. Welcome, and if you haven't already, please join us!

Sonoma Mountain Preservation Group
(707)-996-0601
An informal citizens' organization dedicated to preserving the natural & scenic beauty of the mountain.

Wildlife Center
Rehabilitation of wildlife and investigation into effects of diseases and toxins on wildlife populations.
(707)-575-1000
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Government
City of Sonoma
www.sonomacity.org
This guide includes information on the Sonoma City Council and the city's seven citizen advisory commissions, along with agendas; directory listings for city staff; a calendar of upcoming events; a "Guidebook" section with a quick overview of the city's demographics and history; and "Exit Links," offering connections to other sites with local relevance.

Sonoma City Hall
No. 1 the Plaza Sonoma, CA 95476. P
voice (707)-938-4626
fax (707)-938-8775
Administration: (707)-938-3681
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