Lifeline Community Services

09/01/2025

💙 Happy Labor Day from all of us at Lifeline!

We celebrate the year-round dedication of our staff, volunteers, and community partners who work tirelessly to strengthen our community.

Your commitment and compassion are the heart of everything we do. Thank you for making change happen every single day.

👇 Get involved: lifelinecs.org

08/07/2025

We are proud to celebrate two extraordinary leaders whose work has touched countless lives in San Diego at this year’s ¡Viva La Vida! 🌺

Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe and Dr. Paula Cordeiro have made an enduring impact through their leadership, service, and dedication to building stronger, healthier communities. 💛

We look forward to recognizing their contributions at Viva La Vida 2025.

📅 Friday, September 26, 2025
🎟 lifelinecs.org/vivalavida

07/30/2025

🧠Let's talk about mental health and teen su***de prevention🧠

Our HERE Now Program Manager, Catherine Torres, joined KOCT to speak about su***de prevention and the services we provide at Lifeline Community Services.

Su***de is the second leading cause of death among kids aged 11-18 and 90% of kids who die by su***de demonstrate warning signs of suicidal intentions.

Our therapists not only screen for depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, but they work to prevent youth su***de, suicidal ideation, and help foster safe school environments through education and bullying prevention programs. Our program helps teachers recognize and respond to warning signs, reduce social stigma attached to those seeking mental health support, prevent bullying, and helps identify vulnerable youth before they attempt to harm themselves.

Our team provides a Lifeline for youth, with the goal that we will walk alongside them in their journey to mental health and economic empowerment.

To learn more about how to partner with Lifeline, please reach out to 760-726-4900 or via email at herenowintake@nclifeline.org.

If you, or someone you know has thoughts of self-harm or su***de please contact the San Diego Access and Crisis Line at 888-724-7240. For emergencies call 911 and ask for the PERT team.

07/26/2025

🎒 Backpacks packed ✅
✏️ Supplies sorted ✅
This impact? It’s all you. 🙌

Thank you to everyone who donated to our Wellness Backpack Drive! Because of you, local youth are heading back to school feeling confident, supported, and ready to thrive.

📬 Want to stay in the loop? Keep up with our newsletter and social media to learn more about our programs and how you can support.

🔗 Link in bio!

07/23/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce the powerhouse team bringing this year’s ¡Viva la Vida! Celebration to life - our extraordinary Honorary Chairs and Event Committee!

These community champions are helping us build a night full of purpose and connection - all in support of Lifeline’s mission to strengthen youth, families, and communities across San Diego County.

Stay tuned as we highlight each of their stories and the impact they’re making. We couldn’t do this without them!

We hope you can join in the fun - lifelinecs.org/vivalavida

07/22/2025

Thank you to San Diego FC for inviting Lifeline to the Community Night. It was an incredible evening meeting new people and talking about our behavioral health and economic empowerment services.

07/20/2025

We’re so proud our our team, and the compassion and community rooted lens they bring to work every day.

Way to go Simone!! 🎉

✨ Resident Leader Spotlights! ✨
Join us in celebrating the amazing accomplishments of three of our inspiring i2 Resident Leaders:

💙 Esmeralda Muñoz led her department’s annual business plans & budget as Director for the first time AND completed her 60th escape room — talk about strategy and self-care!

🌱 Pedro Estrada stepped up as Program Manager for the Family Asset Building Program at MAAC and just completed his Master’s degree at USD — a huge win for families and communities!

🏆 Simone Van Horne became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and led Project LIFE for Lifeline Community Services, including being recognized during Human Trafficking Awareness Month with county & city proclamations.

We’re so proud to celebrate Esmeralda, Pedro, and Simone for their dedication and community impact! 💫

Just in Time for Foster Youth MAAC Lifeline Community Services
https://alliancehf.org/news/resident-leader-spotlights/

07/19/2025

🌈 Happy Pride San Diego!

Celebrating love, identity, and community today and every day. ❤️💛💚💙💜

07/18/2025

🌺 A heartfelt thank you to Atkinson’s Plumería for their generous donation of 1,000 beautiful blooms and to Trader Joe’s for their stunning floral centerpieces for today’s Summer Social!

Your contributions help us make this day even more special. 💚

07/14/2025

🎒 Our Wellness Backpack Donation Drive is happening now through July 25!

We’re collecting backpacks, crayons, notebooks, wellness kits and more to help kids in our community start the school year with confidence.

📦 Scan the QR code on this post or check our link in bio to donate and make a difference today.

07/11/2025

🎟️ Early Bird Tickets Still Available!

Join us for ¡Viva la Vida! Sept 26. Tickets $300 before July 31 ($350 after). Live music, food and stories supporting Lifeline’s mission.

🔗 lifelinecs.org/vivalavida

07/04/2025

Today, as we celebrate independence and equality, let us also reflect on the long fight against injustice in pursuit of a better, more prosperous future.

At Lifeline, our values are rooted in freedom and opportunity and we’re committed to the belief that everyone deserves the support, education, treatment, and care they need to thrive.

🎆 Happy Fourth of July!