The 526 Resiliency Center

The 526 Resiliency Center was created by the County of Santa Clara to help community members who directly affected by the May 26, 2021 tragedy. In partnership with other organizations, the Center offers free mental health counseling, resources, and education, all designed to understand and support those experiencing trauma. The Center is operated by the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office, Victim Services Unit (VSU).

Our services

Support at the Center is available in English and Spanish.

The 526 Resiliency Center’s clinician offers individual counseling focused on trauma using proven methods.

Meet and greets

Our clinician holds introductory sessions where you can learn more about counseling, how it can help, and ask any questions you may have.

Wellness Wednesdays: Virtual drop-in support

Join our in-house clinician for confidential one-on-one support every Wednesday, 8am-9am & 7pm-8pm. Each session is limited to 30 minutes, with an opportunity for a follow-up.

Psychoeducation

The Center offers a variety of virtual workshops which are meant to be brief and interactive training opportunities to learn about challenges and help you develop coping techniques to address specific challenges to help foster a deeper understanding of your mental health and wellbeing.

Psychological First Aid (PFA) Training - Bill Wilson Center

PFA prepares you to help people during tough times and care for yourself. This training will:

Teach you the basics of PFA
Help you listen and understand people’s reactions in a crisis
Guide you in supporting others and knowing when they need more help
Provide tools for self-care

If you are a victim of a crime, victim advocates can guide you through the criminal justice system, explain your rights, provide updates on your case, and accompany you to court if needed. They can also assist you in applying for help from the California Victims’ Compensation Board.

After a traumatic event, victim advocates can assess your needs and help coordinate support for food, housing, income, education, and legal assistance.