BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR DIVERSE COMMUNITIES
The following list of mental health programs and services are specifically designed for the diverse communities of Sacramento County. This page includes programs/services funded by the Sacramento County Division of Behavioral Health Services, as well as reputable local, state and national resources for all communities. Most of the services that are listed have few, if any, eligibility requirements, do not require insurance, and are free or low cost.
Note: Services may be listed more than once.
Sacramento County also provides a number of mental health services to Medi-Cal eligible children, youth, and adults who are experiencing a serious mental health illness. These services, including mental health assessments, medication, therapy/counseling and substance abuse counseling, require prior authorization from the Sacramento County Access Team.
To access these services, contact the Access team at (916) 875-1055 or toll free at 1-888-881-4881. Deaf and hard of hearing individuals may contact the Access Team by TTY/TDD at (916) 876-8892 or 711.
SacMap tries to keep this list up-to-date. If you find information that is incorrect or needs to be updated, or a great resource we should include, please email us.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, call each program prior to walking-in to confirm hours and program availability. Also ask about their safety requirements and checks for accessing services.
COUNSELING SERVICES
The following organizations provide community-based individual and group therapy or peer to peer counseling to address mental health issues for specific community members.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Educational events
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Online events
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Social support activities
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Community resource information
ELIGIBILITY
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Middle Eastern and South Asian Older Adults
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Drop-in or call for more information
Gender Health Center
3823 V St., Sacramento, CA Sacramento, CA 95817 | (916) 455--2391 | WEBSITE
HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Provides counseling, health care support services, support groups and advocacy services to Queer and Transgender communities.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Individual, relational, and family counseling
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Respite care
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Hormone prescription clinic
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Syringe exchange
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HIV/STI testing
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Linkage to other community resources
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System navigation
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Legal resource navigation support for transgender individual
ELIGIBILITY
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Queer & Transgender community members of all ages
COST
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Most services are free.
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Counseling: sliding-scale fees, no one turned away for lack of funds. Insurance not accepted.
REFERRAL PROCESS
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By appointment only: counseling, advocacy services, and HIV/STI testing
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Drop-in: respite care, support groups, and syringe exchange (call for hours)
La Familia Counseling Center
5523 34th St., Sacramento, CA 95820 | (916) 452-3601 | After Hours: (916) 227-2600
Maple Neighborhood Center: 3301 37th Ave., Sacramento, CA 95824 | (916) 210-8733
HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | WEBSITE
Provides multicultural counseling, support and outreach services and programs to help families to overcome adversity, to become empowered, and to succeed in their lives.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Child and youth behavioral health services (ages 0 to 21)
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Family and youth advocacy services
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Crisis intervention support
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Community service navigation
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Suicide prevention services
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Support groups
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Community education/training
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Support for employment and education needs
ELIGIBILITY
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Eligibility varies by program
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
Muslim American Society - Social Services Foundation
3820 Auburn Blvd., Suite 83, Sacramento, CA 95821 | (916) 486-8626 | EMAIL
HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | WEBSITE
Provides social services and supports for the Muslim community in an effort to improve overall well-being of individuals and families.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Peer counseling
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Youth and older adult programs
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Youth advocacy Program
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Community education/training
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Resource referrals
ELIGIBILITY
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Middle Eastern and South Asian communities
Sacramento LGBT Community Center Center
1015 20th St., Sacramento, CA 95811
Martha P. Johnson Center South: 7725 Stockton Blvd., Suite O, Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 442-0185 | Hours vary by location (check website) | WEBSITE
Provides culturally appropriate services and supports to support the health and wellness of members of LGBTQ+ communities.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Tele-mental health services
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Individual counseling for victims of crime
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Drop-in mental health respite care
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Support groups
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Workshops and educational events
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Resource referrals
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Some health services
ELIGIBILITY
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Open to all LGBTQ+ communities
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call or drop in for assistance
Sacramento Native American Health Center
2020 J St. Sacramento, CA 95811 | (916) 341-0575 | WEBSITE
HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Opens at 9:30 AM on the first & third Wednesdays of the month)
Provides culturally competent, holistic, and patient-centered physical and behavioral health services to Health Center members.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Mental health and substance abuse counseling
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Traditional healing modalities
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Support groups
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Coping and self-care skills classes
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Suicide prevention resources
ELIGIBILITY
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Open to all community members (tribal membership not required)
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Must be a member of Sacramento Native American Health Center to access physical and behavioral health services
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Most support groups are open to the community
COST
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Sliding-scale
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Medicare, Medi-Cal
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Private Insurance (Native Patients)
REFERRAL PROCESS
- Call to become a member and/or find out about registration for community support groups
- See event calendar for list of upcoming classes/groups
SERVICES OFFERED
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Community Healing Circles - Address the immediate emotional and psychological stress and negative impact of experiences of racism, alienation and isolation.
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Emotional Emancipation Circles - ongoing support groups (7-9 sessions) to learn and practice emotional wellness skills and to learn how to replace destructive negative thoughts caused by racism with ones that are positive.
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Online mental wellness resources
ELIGIBILITY
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People who self-identify as being of African ancestry & who are experiencing racial stress, anxiety, and/or trauma
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Ages 14+
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Contact via phone or email
SERVICES OFFERED
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Peer counseling (In-person or tele-counseling)
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Pre-marital counseling
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Community education
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Service referrals
ELIGIBILITY
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Middle Eastern and South Asian Communities
COST
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Sliding-scale,
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Email or call to be connected with the intake coordinator
Transcultural Wellness Center
7273 14th Ave., Suite 120B Sacramento, CA 95820 | (916) 383-6783
HOURS: Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | WEBSITE
Outpatient mental health services for Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Individual/croup counseling
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Mental health assessments
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Medication support services
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Life skills training
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Social activities
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Service referrals
ELIGIBILITY
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API community members (all ages)
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Individuals with Medi-Cal and the uninsured
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Special focus on adults living with serious and persistent mental illness and children/youth living with a serious emotional disturbance
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Medi-Cal members should contact the Access Team at (916) 875-1055 for an assessment and treatment authorization
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Uninsured individuals should contact the Transcultural Wellness Center directly
Therapeutic Services Focused on the Black and African American Community
HOURS: Vary by provider | WEBSITE
Strength-based, culturally responsive therapeutic services for Black and African-American community members who are experiencing personal issues or having mental health issues with situations that are impacting the Black and African American Community.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Trauma Informed therapy
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Crisis intervention and management
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Culturally informed and responsive treatment plans
ELIGIBILITY
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Black/African American community members living in Sacramento County of all ages regardless of insurance and/or ability to pay
COST
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Clients may receive up to eight therapy sessions with one of the licensed therapists listed on the provider website
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Reach out directly to a provider to schedule services. Click here for a list of providers.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Urgent crisis support (in-person)
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Hotline for youth and families (24/7)
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Support by phone, text or chat
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Case management
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Mental health services
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Referrals
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Respite activities
ELIGIBILITY
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Any youth in in crisis or struggling, priority given to current or former foster youth (up to age 26) and their families/caregivers
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call, text, or chat for support
CRISIS SERVICES
Mental health services and support for people with a mental health problem that can’t wait for a regular, scheduled appointment.
Centro de Apoyo Latino
5523 34th St., Sacramento, CA 95820 | (916) 452-3601
Maple Neighborhood Center: 3301 37th Ave., Sacramento, CA 95824 | (916) 210-8733
HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | after hours call: (916) 227-2600 | WEBSITE
Provides brief, short-term crisis intervention and support for the Latino community.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Brief, short-term crisis intervention
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Resource/service navigation
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Support groups
ELIGIBILITY
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Latino individuals and families of all ages
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call for information and assistance
My Sister's House
(916) 428-3271 | HOURS: 24-hours/day, 7-days/week | WEBSITE
Provides culturally appropriate and responsive services and supports to Asian & Pacific Islander and other underserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
SERVICES OFFERED
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24-hour multilingual support line
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Crisis interventions
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Emergency shelter
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Support Groups
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Parenting support
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Job training
ELIGIBILITY
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Asian & Pacific Islander and other underserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking
COST
Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
Call for immediate support
SAGE National LGBT Elder Hotline
(877) 360-LGBT (5428) | HOURS: 24-hours/day, 7-days/week | WEBSITE
Crisis and emotional support for LGBT+ older adults.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Crisis counseling and emotional support
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SAGE Connect - a weekly phone-buddy program matching LGBTQ+ older adults with volunteers (apply online)
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Information and links to local resources
ELIGIBILITY
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LGBTQ+ older adults and their caregivers
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call for immediate support
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Visit the website for additional resources
The Living Room: African American Suicide Prevention Project
South Sacramento: 7000 Franklin Blvd., Suite 1020, Sacramento, CA 95823
North Highlands: 4704 Roseville Rd., Suite 110, North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 234-0178 or (916) 807-7820 | HOURS: Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM | WEBSITE
Provides services and supports to help Black and African American community members manage their emotional wellness.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Crisis Intervention (Telephone and In-person)
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Individual peer counseling
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Transportation
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Case management
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Mental health and social services referrals
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Support groups
ELIGIBILITY
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Black/African American community members
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call for services
The Ripple Effect
4704 Roseville Rd., Suite 110, North Highlands, CA 95660 | (916) 891-0211
HOURS: Monday – Friday 12:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. | EMAIL | WEBSITE
Peer run mental health respite services that provides a temporary, safe space for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis but who are not in need of psychiatric hospitalization.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Peer counseling
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Care coordination
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Resource referrals
ELIGIBILITY
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Adults (age 18 to 70) who are not a danger to themselves or others, and not eligible for psychiatric hospitalization
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call for more information or drop-in
SERVICES OFFERED
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Urgent crisis support (in-person)
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Hotline for youth and families (24/7)
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Support by phone, text or chat
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Case management
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Mental health services
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Referrals
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Respite activities
ELIGIBILITY
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Any youth in in crisis or struggling, priority given to current or former foster youth (up to age 26) and their families/caregivers
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call, text, or chat for support
SERVICES OFFERED
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24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention; available by phone, text and chat and text.
ELIGIBILITY
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LGBTQ+ young people under age 25
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call, text, or chat for support
Trans Lifeline
(877) 565-8860 | HOURS: 24-hours/day, 7-days/week | WEBSITE
A confidential and anonymous, peer support line for transgender individuals and their friends and family.
SERVICES OFFERED
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24/7 phone-based peer support
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Linkages to resources
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Microgrants for Transgender individuals
ELIGIBILITY
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Transgender people and those who may be questioning their gender identity of all ages
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Family & friends
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call for immediate support
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Family and friends call and ask to be transferred to family/friends hotline
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Visit the website for additional resources
HOMELESS SERVICES
Services and supports for Sacramento County residents experiencing homelessness or housing instability, with or without a mental health condition.
Audre's Emporium of New Tomorrows
(916) 601-2979 | WEBSITE
Housing support for LGBTQ+ young adults (18-21), who are overcoming homelessness and are survivors of crime.
SERVICES OFFERED
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18 months of housing support
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Individual action plans to achieve goals
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Support for education attainment
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Career counseling
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Basic healthcare
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Connection to mental health care
ELIGIBILITY
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LGBTQ+ youth and young adults (age 18 to 21) who are overcoming homelessness and are a victim of crime
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call for assistance
Inpatient Services
Services provided in a hospital where a person stays overnight either because there is a psychiatric emergency or because the person needs mental health treatment that can only be done in the hospital. Admission can be voluntary or involuntary.
Inpatient and residential services are available throughout Sacramento County for those who are privately or publicly insured, or for those who do not have insurance.
ELIGIBILITY
Inpatient/residential care may be needed for individuals who have a mental illness, or symptoms of mental illness, that cannot be safely treated at a lower level of care (e.g., counseling, support groups, etc.) and they:
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Represent a current danger to themselves or others, or significant property destruction
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Are prevented from providing for, or using food, clothing or shelter
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Present a severe risk to their physical health
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Have a recent, significant deterioration in ability to function, and
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Need psychiatric evaluation, medication treatment, or other treatment that can only be provided in the hospital.
Individuals may be admitted voluntarily or involuntarily.
Voluntary admission
An individual agrees to go into and/or stay in the hospital.
Involuntary admission
Hospitals may keep an individual for up to 72 hours without their permission if they are likely to harm themselves, or someone else, and they are unable to take care of their own food, housing and clothing needs. The hospital must explain, in writing, what they are doing and what the person’s individual rights are. If doctors determine a person needs to stay longer than 72 hours, the patient has a right to a lawyer and a hearing before a judge.
PATIENTS’ RIGHTS & PRIVACY
Whenever an individual is involuntarily detained in a hospital setting, California law affords specific legal protections and the availability of a knowledgeable advocate to speak on behalf of the detained consumer. A Consumers Self-Help Patients' Rights advocate will present the expressed interests of the client in Certification Review hearings and various other legal procedures which may occur routinely or which are requested by the client. Whenever a client feels their rights are being infringed upon or even denied, they have the right to request a review of the instance and a thorough investigation will be done.
Patient’s Rights Advocates are available for assistance in completing forms and resolving a Grievance, Appeal, and State Fair Hearing. A Patient’s Rights Advocate can also help with questions about your rights.
For assistance:
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Call the Patient’s Right Advocate (916) 333-3800.
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If that does resolve the issue, contact the State of California’s Ombudsman for help:
Phone
(800) 896-4042 - CA Only
(916) 654-3890
(800) 896-2512 TTY
Handbook of Rights for Individuals in Mental Health Facilities
ACCESSING INPATIENT SERVICES
To access inpatient services for a serious mental or emotional problem:
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Immediate danger* to self or others
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call 9-1-1 or take the person to a hospital emergency room
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Not in immediate danger to self or others
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Contact a local inpatient/residential facility (listed below) for an intake assessment.
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Many facilities are open 24 hours for intake assessments.
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*An emergency is a serious mental or emotional problem such as:
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When a person is a danger to himself, herself, or others because of what seems like a mental illness, or
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When a person cannot get or use the food, shelter, or clothing they need because of what seems like a mental illness.
COST
Patient cost for inpatient/residential care varies between insurances (public and private). Inpatient and residential facilities may also have specific financial support programs for the uninsured/underinsured.
OUTPATIENT SERVICES
Outpatient services are available for members of the Sacramento County Mental Health Plan.
Outpatient services may include:
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Counseling and psychotherapy
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Medication support services
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Case management
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Assessments
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Plan development
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Evaluations and monitoring
Prior authorization is required for outpatient, non-emergency services.
Please contact the Access Team at (916) 875-1055 or toll free at (888) 881-4881 for availability, accommodation needs and referral to the listed providers. Deaf and hard of hearing individuals may contact the Access Team by TTY/TDD at (916) 876-8892 or California Relay 711. For more information about Sacramento County's Provider List, please contact
What does the Access Team do?
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Provides Sacramento County residents with referrals or linkages to authorized specialty mental health services
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Determines eligibility for services based on referral information and by conducting a brief phone screening in the individual’s primary language. (Medical necessity, Medi-Cal, etc.)
What is the process to get outpatient services?
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Call the Access Team: (916)-875-1055 / (888) 881-4881
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The Access Team will conduct an assessment to determine the level of service needed.
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The Access Team will give you the provider’s name and telephone number.
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The provider will contact you to set up an appointment after the Access Team has authorized services.
PARENT SUPPORT
Parent support services provide education, resources and support to parents including respite care, housing assistance, mental health services, group support, and system navigation.
Black Mothers United
4625 44th St., Suite 13, SACRAMENTO, CA 95820 | (916) 559-4809
HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM | WEBSITE
Provides support to Black mothers through all stages of pregnancy (prenatal through postpartum) to ensure a positive & healthy experience.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Dedicated pregnancy coach
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Doula care
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Lactation support
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Mommy Mingles support group
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Health and wellness education and activities including yoga, meditation, mindfulness and nutrition education
ELIGIBLITY
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30 weeks pregnant or less
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Identify as African American/Black
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Sacramento County resident
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Low income/living in poverty
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Call to get connected with the enrollment coordinator
PHONE SUPPORT
Community-specific phone, text and chat support offering immediate assistance, counseling, and resource referrals.
Amala Youth Hopeline | (855) 952-6252 | Call - Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Weekends 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Text - Wednesday & Sunday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | WEBSITE
A free, confidential, culturally competent peer counseling service for Muslim Youth that provides supportive listening and care, service referrals, and community information.
My Sister's House | (916) 428-3271 | 24-hours/day, 7-days/week | WEBSITE
Provides culturally appropriate and responsive services and supports to Asian & Pacific Islander and other underserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
SAGE National LGBT Elder Hotline | (877) 360-LGBT (5428) | 24-hours/day, 7-days/week | WEBSITE
Crisis and emotional support for LGBT+ older adults.
The Living Room: African American Suicide Prevention Project | (916) 234-0178 or (916) 807-7820
Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM | WEBSITE
Provides services and supports to help Black and African American community members manage their emotional wellness.
Trans Lifeline | (877) 565-8860 | 24-hours/day, 7-days/week | WEBSITE
A confidential and anonymous, peer support line for transgender individuals and their friends and family.
RESPITE PROGRAMS
Respite programs provide a safe environment for participants to increase their knowledge of available supports, how to access them, improve their well-being, reduce stress, increase connectedness and reduce feelings of isolation.
Danelle's Place
3823 V St., Sacramento, CA Sacramento, CA 95817 | (916) 455--2391 | WEBSITE
HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Fridays 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
A trans-safe drop-in respite and social space for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies
SERVICES OFFERED
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Trans safe drop-in respite and social space
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Rest and relaxation
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Individual and group chat
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Recreational activities
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Supplies and communal resources
ELIGIBILITY
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LGBTQ+ adults and allies (age 18 and older)
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Drop-in
Lambda Lounge
1015 20th St., Sacramento, CA 95811 | (916) 442-0185, EXT. 100
HOURS: Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | WEBSITE
Drop-in respite care and social space for LGBTQ+ adults.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Drop-in mental health respite care
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Support and recovery groups
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Community resource navigation
ELIGIBILITY
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LGBTQ+ adults (age 25 and older)
COST
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Free
REFERRAL PROCESS
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Drop-in
Q-Spot
1015 20th St., Sacramento, CA 95811 | (916) 442-0185, EXT. 107
HOURS: Monday - Friday 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Weekends 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | WEBSITE
Drop-in mental health respite and support for LGBTQ+ youth and allies.
SERVICES OFFERED
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Crisis intervention