Mental health support
California Community Mental Health Services
County-operated mental health services funded by California's Mental Health Services Act.
California Community Mental Health Services provides mental health and/or substance use services for eligible residents. Services may include crisis intervention, counseling, psychiatric care, and peer support.
Who qualifies
A quick look at who this program is designed to help.
Must be a California resident. Services are county-operated and available to individuals with serious mental illness. Medi-Cal (Medicaid) beneficiaries are eligible for county mental health services. Uninsured and underinsured residents may access services through the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) funded programs.
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How it works
Contact your county behavioral health department to access services. Each county manages its own mental health system. You can also call California's mental health crisis line or visit your county's website for intake information.
Ready for the next step?
Visit the program’s website for current instructions. Your matches will be here when you return.