In County Durham, Enlace Latino NC It identified two clinics that offer mental health services to area residents and three mobile services of mental health crisisIn addition, the county's Department of Public Health helps refer patients to mental health services and resources.
Mobile mental health crisis service available in the county Durham
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) offers mobile crisis response services in several counties, including Durham. The program provides short-term response, stabilization, and intervention for adults and children with intellectual or developmental disabilities experiencing a mental health crisis. chemical dependence.
The team consists of one or two counselors who can meet with the person at their home, school, or another safe location. If you don't speak English, you can request an interpreter.
There is a two-hour window to visit the person in crisis. However, this does not mean it will take that long. Ask the counselor if they have an estimated time of arrival (ETA).
In Durham, there are three assigned providers. These are:
- Therapeutic AlternativesCall 877-626-1772
- Daymark Recovery Services. Call 866-275-9552
- Freedom House Recovery Center. Call 866-275-9552
People in crisis can call for help 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The crisis service is free, even for those without health insurance, although costs may apply for the recommended treatment.
For more information about the program, you can visit the NCDHHS website.
If you need to talk to someone right now: Alliance HealthThe Local Management Entity (LME)/Managed Care Organization (MCO) for Durham County has a 24/7 crisis line with interpreter support. Call (877) 223-4617.
Crisis line staff are trained to provide support and connect the person with Mobile Crisis services.
Remember: If you have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to a hospital emergency room immediately.
The Future Inc.
Located in 2020 Chapel Hill Rd #23, NC 27707, The Future Inc. It is a non-profit community organization that offers bilingual mental health and substance abuse services.
Business hours: Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 6 pm, Friday, 11 am to 5 pm
On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, they are open without appointments, from 9 am to 11:30 am
Services include: mental health assessments, individual, family and group therapy, psychiatric treatment, substance abuse assessment and DWI classes, among others.
Do they offer services for adults and children?
Yes, services are available for adults, teenagers, and children.
Do they offer free or low-cost care?
Medicaid, Health Choice, and Medicare are accepted, as well as uninsured patients (depending on county of residence). Clients are advised to call the clinic prior to their appointment to inquire about payment.
Related: Where to get mental health care for Latinos in North Carolina?
SouthLight Durham
Southlight It offers mental health services and treatment for substance use disorders, including psychiatric medication management, programs for children and families, and medication-assisted addiction treatment.
Address: 1201 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27701
Phone number: (984) 263-8887
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Do they offer services for adults and children?
Services are available for adults, youth, and families in the Durham area.
Do they offer free or low-cost care?
They serve patients with Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and those without health insurance. SouthLight also offers income-based reduced rates and notes that it provides services regardless of a patient's ability to pay.
Related: Free mental health support via cell phone for teens in North Carolina
Durham County Department of Public Health
Although it is not a mental health clinic, the Department of Public Health It can connect residents with behavioral health resources and offers free interpretation services, including Spanish.
They can help patients manage referrals and determine their eligibility for community programs.
For young
- Durham Public Schools collaborate with Alliance Health to connect students with school mental health services, and referral materials are available in Spanish.
- El RYSE center Durham County has Spanish-speaking staff and helps connect youth and families with appropriate community mental health services.
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