Mental Health
Now more than ever, we need to take care of our mental health. These organizations and programs offer support, counseling, and other mental health services. Some programs serve all people while others specialize in older clients, caregivers, veterans, or specific cultural groups. See also Social Connection and Grief & Loss for additional resources. If you or someone you know is facing a mental health crisis or is at risk for suicide, dial 988.
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This organization provides culturally- and linguistically-appropriate mental health services.
Cost: may vary by service (some services are free, they serve Medi-Cal and uninsured clients)
Who Is Eligible: anyone (special emphasis on Asian and Pacific Islander language and cultural groups in Sacramento County)
Address: 7273 14th Avenue #120B, Sacramento, CA 95820
Phone: (916) 383-6783
Email: can send message through Contact Us page on website
Website: http://apccounseling.org/services/
This webpage lists local mental and behavioral health programs that are specifically designed to serve the mental health needs of older adults.
Cost: no cost for information
Who Is Eligible: anyone can access information
This non-profit organization offers professional mental health services, consumer-directed support groups, and one-on-one peer counseling to help with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. They also educate mental health care consumers about their rights and represent individuals who are involuntarily detained for in-patient mental health treatment.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone 18 or older can participate in support groups and peer counseling; must be on Medi-Cal and meet other eligibility requirements to receive clinical services such as medication management and individual therapy
Address: Wellness and Recovery Center North, 2500 Marconi Avenue, Ste. 100, Sacramento, CA 95821; Wellness and Recovery Center South, 7171 Bowling Drive, Suite 300, Sacramento, CA 95823
Phone: Wellness and Recovery Center North 916-485-4175; Wellness and Recovery Center South (916) 394-9195
Email: mstanton@consumersselfhelp.org
Website: https://www.consumersselfhelp.org/
In addition to other support services, Del Oro provides free short-term counseling and support groups for caregivers.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: must live in one of 13-county service areas (includes Sacramento County) and be an informal caregiver for either someone 60+ who needs assistance with at least two activities of daily living or for a person under 60 with a cognitive-impairing condition that occurred after the age of 18
Address: 8421 Auburn Blvd., Suite 265, Citrus Heights, CA 95610
Phone: (916) 728-9333
Email: crc@deloro.org
Website: https://www.deloro.org/
This is an evidence-based depression intervention program designed to reduce the symptoms of depression and improve the lives of older adults. The program offers coaching and case management services in clients' homes or in community settings.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: must be at least 60 years old and a resident of Sacramento County
Address: 630 Bercut Drive, Sacramento, CA 95811
Phone: (833) 373-2757
Email: EH_Pearls@elhogarinc.org
Website: https://www.elhogarinc.org/pearls
This program helps older adults who are experiencing isolation and/or early signs of depression or anxiety. Services include activities and outings, transportation, advocacy, and skills development.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Sacramento residents 55 and older
Address: 3870 Rosin Court, Suite 130, Sacramento, CA 95834
Phone: (916) 369-7872
Email: SLreferral@elhogarinc.org
This program provides specialized outpatient mental health services to older adults. Services include comprehensive geriatric assessments, individual and group therapy, case management, psychiatric medication and follow up, and housing support.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Sacramento residents 55 and older who are experiencing functional impairment in important areas of their lives due to chronic mental health symptoms
Address: 3870 Rosin Court, Suite 130, Sacramento, CA 95834
Phone: (916) 363-1553
Email: may send message through Contact Us page on website
Website: http://www.elhogarinc.org/sierra-elder-wellness-program/
Note: see website for more complete description of services
This program provides counseling, referrals, grief support programs, and well-being checks for older and disabled adults in California.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Phone: (415) 750-4111
Email: can send message through Connect With Us page on website
Website: https://www.ioaging.org/services/psychological-services/center-for-elderly-suicide-prevention
Friendship Line California is a free warmline for non-emergency emotional support calls. Older adults or people with disabilities can call to connect with a compassionate listener.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone 60 or older or who is living with a disability
Phone: (888) 670-1360
This program connects the Latino community to suicide prevention resources and works to build a mentally healthy and resilient Latino community through risk awareness workshops, support groups, senior companion groups, and events.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Sacramento County residents (targeted to Latino individuals)
Address: 3301 37th Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95824
Phone: (916) 210-8773
Email: info@lafcc.org
This program, targeted at primary Spanish speakers, provides short-term crisis intervention as well as navigation to longer-term solutions.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Latino individuals and families of all ages living in Sacramento County
Address: 3301 37th Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95824
Phone: (916) 210-8773
Email: info@lafcc.org
This hotline provides a safe space where LGBT older adults can talk about their concerns and receive support and information.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: LGBT and questioning adults 50 or older
Address: LGBT National Help Center, 2261 Market Street, #296, San Francisco, CA 94114
Phone: (888) 234-7243
Email: help@LGBThotline.org
Website: https://www.lgbthotline.org/
This program offers individual and group counseling by peer counselors, chaplains, licensed clergy, and mental health professionals.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Address: 4704 Roseville Road, Suite 110, North Highlands, CA 95660
Phone: (916) 234-0178
Email: aaspp@achurchforall.org
Website: https://aaspp-thelivingroom.org/
This local non-profit organization helps the Muslim community and others with social service needs, focusing especially on mental health. They offer peer-counseling, community education, and programs specifically for older adults.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone (targeted to Muslim-Americans)
Address: 3820 Auburn Blvd, Suite 83, Sacramento, CA 95821
Phone: (916) 486-8626
Email: info@mas-ssf.org
Website: https://www.mas-ssf.org/
NAMI engages in education, research, and advocacy about mental health issues. The national organization also runs a helpline to provide free information and support to people living with mental illness and their families.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Phone: 800-950-NAMI (6264)
Email: info@nami.org
Website: https://nami.org/home
Callers are connected with individuals who have lived mental health experiences and who offer supportive listening, referrals to mental health resources, and other assistance.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Phone: (916) 366-4668
Website: https://dhs.saccounty.net/BHS/Pages/Mental-Health-Services.aspx
Sacramento County offers a variety of mental health services, including family services, services focused on the Black and African American community, a warm-line and suicide prevention hotline, and mental health urgent care clinic. The Mental Health Access Team may conduct an assessment to connect consumers with appropriate mental health providers and other supportive services.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone in Sacramento County (some programs may have additional eligibility requirements)
Phone: (916) 875-1055 (see website for phone numbers to other programs) or dial 3-1-1
Email: can send message through Contact Us page on website
Website: https://dhs.saccounty.net/BHS/Pages/Mental-Health-Services.aspx
This non-profit health clinic offers a wide variety of mental health, counseling, and recovery services. Services are available to all, no tribal membership or affiliation required.
Cost: varies by service; Medicare, Medi-Cal, and many private insurance plans are accepted
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Address: 2020 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Phone: (916) 341-0575
Email: info@snahc.org
This organization runs two residential alcohol and substance abuse recovery programs in home-like settings (one for women, one for men).
Cost: $4500/month assessed on a sliding scale basis
Who Is Eligible: must not have used drugs or alcohol within past 72 hours and be willing to participate in the program
Address: residential area of Sacramento
Phone: Gateway House for Women (916) 451-9312; Sacramento Recovery House for Men (916) 455-6258
Website: https://www.sacrecovery.org/
This center provides free, confidential mental health counseling to veterans, service members, and family members. They also connect clients with VA and community services.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Unites States veterans, service members, and family members
Address: 1111 Howe Ave., #390, Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: (916) 566-7430
This program specializes in helping older adults with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. They provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments, individual and group counseling, inpatient treatment, case management, and other services.
Cost: contact clinic for costs, many insurance coverages accepted
Who Is Eligible: older adults dealing with mental health or substance use issues
Phone: (916) 386-3620
Website: https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/behavioral-health/scp-behavioral-health-for-seniors
In addition to medical and dental care, WellSpace offers mental health and behavioral services such as group counseling, outpatient substance use disorder treatment, and mental health evaluations. It also runs a suicide prevention and crisis hotline that can be reached by calling (800) 273-TALK (8255).
Cost: sliding fee (private insurance, Medicare, and Medi-Cal accepted)
Who Is Eligible: see website or contact organization for residency and income eligibility requirements
Address: multiple locations (see website or contact organization)
Phone: (916) 313-8433
Email: info@wellspacehealth.org
Website: https://www.wellspacehealth.org/services/behavioral-health-prevention
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This page was created by Noëlle Jamari. Last updated 5/15/2024