Mental health support
California Department of Health Care Services - Substance Use
State-funded substance abuse treatment in California.
California Department of Health Care Services - Substance Use 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. Medi-Cal beneficiaries are eligible for substance use disorder treatment. Uninsured residents can access state-funded programs. Services provided through county behavioral health departments.
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How it works
Contact your county behavioral health department for intake. Call the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-4357 for referrals. Medi-Cal members can call their health plan for substance use treatment referrals.
Ready for the next step?
Visit the program’s website for current instructions. Your matches will be here when you return.