Local COVID-19 Peer Support Lines
Hope Cooperative Peer Support Call Center
Feeling anxious and need support? Hope Cooperative's Peer Navigators are available and ready to listen.
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
(855) 502-3224
Open to all ages.
La Familia Peer Support Line
Monday - Friday, 10am-2pm
(916)-862-3891
Spanish services available
Support Hotlines
Local Suicide Prevention Line
24 hours per day/7 days per week
(916) 368-3111 or Toll Free (800) 273-8255
SAMHSA's Disaster Distress Line: Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
Suicide Prevention Services: Lifeline (24/7) Call 1-877-273-8255.
Teen Line: Call (310) 855-HOPE or (800) TLC-TEEN (nationwide toll-free) from 6 pm to 10 pm PST or Text "TEEN" to 839863 between 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm PST to receive person teen-to-teen education and support.
The Source Support Line for Youth and Caregivers: Need someone to talk to about the current situation, stress, or anything else? Call or text 916-SUPPORT (916-787-7678) for 24/7 support.
Sacramento County Mental Health 24-Hour Crisis Line
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call (888) 881-4881
Call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990
Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 and TTY 1-800-787-3224
Wellness & Self Care
Self-care tips for people with kids.
Support for Caregivers & Youth
The Source Support Line for Youth and Caregivers
Specialized support for foster youth and families. The program features urgent crisis support, which includes a free hotline for youth and families, available 24-hours per day, seven days a week. The Source is also available via text message, live online chat, and through social media. In addition to robust phone support, The Source also provides in person urgent response in the community as well as follow up community support to help youth and caregivers during crises. Resource families are provided with case management, mental health services, referrals, and respite activities when applicable.
Call or text 916-SUPPORT (787-7678) for 24/7 support.
Website: www.thesourcesacramento.com
Email: thesource@kidshome.org
Community Support Team
Staff support individuals with navigating mental health services, provide field-based assessments, and can refer to other community resources as needed.
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
(916) 874-6015
Walk-In Mental Health Urgent Care
The Mental health Urgent Care Clinic provides services on a walk-in basis to individuals of all ages who are experiencing a mental health and/or co-occurring substance abuse crisis. If you or a loved one have an immediate mental health and/or co-occurring substance abuse need and are contemplating using an emergency room, the Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic is a resource with a team of peers, clinicians, and medical staff who can assist in a calm and supportive environment.
Monday - Friday, 10 am - 10 pm
Saturday - Sunday and Holidays, 10 am - 6pm
2130 Stockton Boulevard, Building 300, Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 520-2460
Requesting Mental Health Services
For mental health services call the Mental Health Access Team to request services and an over-the-phone assessment in order to be referred to an appropriate mental health service provider. This includes Mental Health Medi-Cal Service Providers and Prevention & Early Intervention and Mental Health Respite Service Providers.
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (24/7 for Mental Health Crisis Calls)
(916) 875-1055 or toll free (888) 881-4881
Visit the County Mental Health Services website for additional information.
Alcohol and Drug Services
Alcohol and Drug Services
Sacramento County Alcohol and Drug System of Care (Adult and Youth) provides prevention and treatment services to individuals struggling with alcohol and/or drug abuse. Services include outpatient treatment, methadone treatment, day treatment, detoxification, residential services, and perinatal services. To qualify for services, clients can call for a preliminary assessment conducted by our Alcohol and Drug System of Care staff.
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (excluding county holidays)
(916) 874-9754 or toll free (888) 881-4881 (adults 18+ years)
(916) 875-0185 (youth less than 18 years)
Medi-Cal Mental Health Provider List
Sacramento County, Department of Health Services Mental Health Plan Medi-Cal Provider List is available in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Russian.
Resources for Families, Parents & Caregivers
Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services
Helping Children Cope
Sacramento County Office of Education
Taking Care of Children During COVID-19
Healthy Children
Mental Health During COVID-19: Signs your Teen May need More Support
Postpartum Support International
Provides support for new mothers and their families. Call 1-800-944-4773 or Text 503-894-9453 if you have questions about mental health needs after having a baby or you need emotional support. Resources also include Online Support Groups and Resources for Dads.
Behavioral Health General Resources
Manage Your Mental Health and Stress Levels During COVID-19
Stop Stigma Sacramento
Mental Illness is not always what you think.
Emotional Support and Well-being
Click here for resources.
Manage Stress for Health
Click here for resources.
HealthCare Resources
Sacramento County’s Department of Health Services is the lead agency for diseases affecting the public in Sacramento. For general information or questions about corona-virus in Sacramento: Call 1-800-500-4931, Call 916-498-1000, Call 2-1-1, Email info@211sacramento.org.
Covered California
During this time of national emergency, there are thousands of people affected by income changes, reduced hours and layoffs leaving many Californians without health insurance coverage. People who experience a qualifying life event can newly enroll in a health plan through Covered California even outside the open-enrollment period. People who already have a plan through Covered California who experience a qualifying life event can change their coverage or choose a new plan.
Medi-Cal Enrollment
Contact the Department of Human Assistance at (916) 874-3100 to apply for health care coverage or to ask questions about your Medi-Cal eligibility. If you would like to choose or change your Medi-Cal health plan, please contact Health Care Options at 1-800- 430-4263. Health Care Options can also assist with choosing a dental plan.
COVID-19 Testing
If you are interested in getting tested for COVID-19, complete an online screener based on guidelines from public health officials. Based on the responses and testing appointment availability, you will learn whether you qualify for testing through this program at this time.