North Carolina, Raleigh- The more than 1 million Latinos living in North Carolina have several alternatives to receive mental health care free or low-cost and with a bilingual approach.
With more than 20 years of presence in the state, the non-profit clinic The future It is one of the most consulted by Latinos. Her attention in Spanish and “culturally receptive” makes her especially familiar to members of the community.
“We immigrants, when we arrive in a country like this, have the hope of a better life and of prospering. But sometimes mental health issues collide with those dreams,” he said in dialogue with Enlace Latino NC Mary Hondermann, communications manager for the clinic, which has locations in Durham and Siler City.
In this context, El Futuro has bilingual professionals, many of whom know first-hand the challenges of emigrating to a new country.
As Hondermann explains, El Futuro provides various mental health care services in North Carolina that accommodate the needs of Hispanics. From the most traditional, such as therapy, psychiatry and substance abuse treatment, to more flexible ones.
“We also have support groups for parents. “These groups assist people who have problems managing stress, depression, parenting.” There is even a group for mothers who have children with attention disorders. And they serve both in person and online.
Those who need quick care can go to the clinics without an appointment. The Siler City location, located at 401 N Ivey Ave, NC 27344, is open on a walk-in basis Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Durham location, meanwhile, is located at 2020 Chapel Hill Rd #23, NC 27707, and is open without appointment Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Eligibility and costs
Having health insurance is not essential to receive care at El Futuro. “We have clients with private insurance, others with Medicaid, others who have nothing,” clarified Hondermann.
It is also not necessary to have a regular immigration status. “In some cases we need a social security number, but we have patients who do not have a regularized immigration status. And if for some reason we cannot care for you, we refer you to a nearby clinic. “If someone is undocumented, they can approach the future the same way and we can look at what the best alternative may be.”
As for costs, they vary depending on the characteristics and needs of each individual. That is why it is recommended that people come to the clinic and present their case to find the best way to receive the service. You can also call (919) 688-7101.
Other Accessible Mental Health Clinics in North Carolina
People who need help for some reason psychic illness and seek care in Spanish can access other accessible clinics:
- Fernandez Community Center: 8376 Six Forks Rd. Suite 104, Raleigh, NC 27615. Phone: (919) 900.7438
- Carolina Outreach: 5108 Reagan Drive, Suite 14 Charlotte, NC 28206 (see also locations in Fayetteville, Raleigh, Wilson, Durham, Kinston, Smithfield). Phone: 844-866-1166
- Solas Health: See locations in Pinehurst, Raleigh, Lumberton and Fayetteville. Telephone: (910) 295-7246
- Hope Services: Crisis counseling program. Telephone: 1-855-587-3463 24 hours a day.
- Sigma Health Center: 2321 Crabtree Blvd, Ste 250 Raleigh, NC 27604. Phone: (919) 669-4496
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