Hear the stories of parents, caregivers and youth who have received emotional support from the California Parent & Youth Helpline.
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”Are your parents on your case about everything? Does your sibling drive you crazy? ”Maggie
"Como ama de casa con dos menores de 3 años se vuelve muy angustioso entre las tareas de la casa, las finazas y mis hijas."Mona
”Do you ever just need someone to listen to you? Don’t know what to do when feeling frustrated with your parents or siblings?”Submit Your Testimonial
"I called the Helpline because my 16-year-old daughter’s behavior was out of control. She was staying out late, ignoring house rules, and making choices that worried me. They listened to me, helped me brainstorm new ideas, and gave me strategies to improve communication with my daughter. After calling, I felt recharged and optimistic that I could help my daughter through this rough patch."
- Mother of three, Fresno County
"As a single mom, I was struggling to balance work, childcare, and daily responsibilities. I needed someone to talk to, and the Helpline was there for me."
- Mother of three, Sonoma County
I was feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to manage daily challenges. The Helpline helped me regain focus, thank you.
- Grandmother of one, San Bernardino County
"As a father from Los Angeles, I was struggling to find ways to handle my daughter’s new and challenging behavior. I texted the Helpline to express my frustrations and worked on a plan of action that led to positive changes for both my daughter and me. They even followed up the next week to check in."
- Father of one, Los Angeles County