Parents Anonymous® believes that Asking for Help is a Sign of Strength®. We encourage Parents, Children, and Youth to call, text, or live chat through our helpline websites for free, confidential support from trained specialists—available in 240 languages, including American Sign Language (ASL).
Since 1969, Parents Anonymous® has operated the ONLY National Helpline for Parents. In 2024, with support from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), the National Parent Helpline® expanded into the National Parent & Youth Helpline™.
Now, trained Helpline Specialists provide free, confidential support through calls, texts, and live chat—available 24/7.
For more information and resources, visit nationalparentyouthhelpline.org.
In partnership with the State of California, Parents Anonymous® launched a Family Support System in May 2020 to help families navigate challenges. Our trained Helpline Specialists offer trusted support and guidance through phone, text, and live chat, available 12 hours a day, 7 days a week (8 AM – 10 PM).
We also offer Free Online Weekly Parents Anonymous® Groups in both English and Spanish for Parents and Children & Youth statewide.
Additional resources and information can be found at caparentyouthhelpline.org.
For more information or to join a Parents Anonymous® Support Group, complete this contact form—we will respond within 24 hours.
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