Support is preventative and vital for a flourishing life. We are not made to make it on our own. A church family provides connections and gatherings to find support.
988
Dial or text 988 for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Or click the button below to visit their website.
211
Dial 211 for help with community services, finding food, help with bills, or mental health referrals.
Care at Church
We are in a spiritual battle (2 Cor 10:3-5; Eph 6:10-20), and crises are part of our broken world. We care for people with the love of Jesus – compassionate, hope-filled, and pointing to His power. Only Jesus is the Great Healer – people cannot save people. We support others with authentic care and healthy boundaries. We care for people with the support of other Christians. We are not made to make it on our own. A church family provides connections and gatherings to find support.
It is important, especially with adults, that those needing help are in the “driver’s seat” for their care and support. We follow Jesus’ example and initiate love, but we do not force care, support, or accountability on people. We advocate for preventative care, healthy habits, and systems of support, both for ourselves and for others. Support is preventative and vital for a flourishing life. It is helpful to be prepared and have a plan for how to respond to crises, both in our own lives and for those we are serving. The resources below can help you do this.
LIFE GROUPS
Life Groups are the primary and ongoing area of care for people in our church. Life Groups provide ongoing relational and spiritual support, including accountability, help with overcoming temptation, and prayer. They also provide visits in the hospital, meals for 1-2 weeks, and help with basic needs. This draws the group together and helps them bear each other’s burdens (Gal 6:2).
MINISTRY TEAMS
No individual or group is a substitute for the larger body of Christ. Gathered worship and personal prayer and devotions are important to directly experience the presence of Christ. Ministry Teams can provide encouragement, camaraderie, and a sense of accomplishment.
ADDITIONAL HELP
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Prayer Ministry and prayer list (email church office)
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Care Ministry for those not in a Life Group (joining a Life Group for support will be encouraged)
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Benevolence Funds (one-time up to $500) for financial needs
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Financial counseling with financial experts
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Pastoral counseling, one to three meetings maximum (no charge)
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Referrals to professional help
PROFESSIONAL REFERRALS
Modesto Gospel Mission
Meals, shelter, and clothing
209-529-8259
modestogospelmission.org
Salvation Army
Food, shelter, and referrals
209-523-7577
modestocitadel.salvationarmy.org
Dial-a-Ride
Transportation services
800-262-1516
CA Lifeline
Home and cell phone discounts
866-272-0349
Alliance WorkNet Career Center
Job listings, workshops, resources
209-558-9675
Central Valley Opportunity Center
Utility and food assistance, job training
209-577-3210
Housing Authority
Low-cost housing
209-557-2000
Community Housing and Shelter
Shelter and rental assistance
209-527-0444 and 209-527-0415
Stanislaus County Programs
Medi-Cal, food stamps, general assistance
800-211-2224 or 209-558-2352
centerforhumanservices.org
Center for Human Services
Counseling, MediCal and sliding scale
209-526-1440
centerforhumanservices.org
Golden Valley Health Centers
Low-cost medical services
209-576-2845
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
Mental health services for mental illness and substance abuse
888-376-6246
Haven House
Counseling and help for women victims of domestic violence
209-577-5980
Stanislaus Family Justice Center
One stop center for victims of abuse or domestic violence
209-525-5130
First Step
Substance abuse services for women
209-541-2118
Celebrate Recovery
12-step Christian recovery program
celebraterecovery.com
Redwood Family Center
Christian program for women with substance abuse issues
209-550-7352
Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous
12-step recovery programs
aa.org, na.org
Doctor’s Behavioral Health Center
Psychiatric inpatient hospital
209-557-6300
Medically Indigent Adult (MIA) Program
Low or no-cost medical services
209-558-7232
St. Luke’s Family Practice
Low-cost medical services
209-549-1057
O’Connor Woods
Full or half-day reprieve for those caring for the elderly
209-476-4037
Center for Human Services Counseling
(MediCal and sliding scale)
209-526-1440, centerforhumanservices.org
Children’s Crisis Center
Crisis phone line, respite childcare
209-577-4413, childrenscrisiscenter.com
Early Start
Services for special needs
209-558-4118, ecf.net
California Healthy Families
Low-cost medical insurance
800-880-5305, benefits.gov/benefit/1596
Inter-Faith Ministries
Food and clothing
209-572-3117, interfaithmodesto.org
Modesto Gospel Mission
Meals, shelter and clothing
209-529-8259, modestogospelmission.org
Parent Resource Center
Parenting classes, mentoring
209-549-8193, prcfamilies.org
Salvation Army
Food, shelter and referrals
209-523-7577, modestocitadel.salvationarmy.org
Sierra Vista Children’s Center
Early intervention and ADHD clinic
209-523-4573, sierravistacares.org
Valley Mountain Regional Center
Services for developmental delay
209-529-2626, vmrc.org
Cindi Martin, LCSW at Wellspring Counseling
(209-607-1887)
Christian counseling, for individuals, in Oakdale
Rebecca McMahon, LCSW
(209-527-8943)
Christian counseling, accepts insurance
Michelle Corgiat, MFT
(209-402-2717)
Christian counseling, individuals – including kids, teens, and adults, accepts insurance
Marty Villa, MA, MFT at Family Concern Counseling
mvilla@scyfc.com
(209-522-9568 x112)
Christian counseling for youth, families, and individuals, also addiction counseling
Kourtney Kauffman, MS, MFT at Family Concern Counseling
(209-522-9568, x122)
Christian counseling, marriage and family therapist, also meets with young people
Anissa Brown, NP at Community Psychiatry
(209-588-7195)
Psychiatrist, accepts insurance
