Facility Will Enhance Mental Health Treatment with More Beds and Comprehensive Care
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and Mendocino County today celebrated the groundbreaking of a new psychiatric health facility that will address critical gaps in mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. This facility will provide intensive psychiatric treatment services to a diverse range of individuals, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), people experiencing homelessness, and people involved in the justice system. Services will also extend beyond the county, reaching people throughout the North Coast region.
“These facilities are a crucial component of California’s efforts to bring high-quality behavioral health care to rural and historically underserved communities,” said DHCS Director Michelle Baass. “Mendocino County’s groundbreaking is a game-changer for people seeking dignified and holistic behavioral health services close to home.”
“Today marks an important milestone as we break ground on our new psychiatric health facility,” said Mendocino County Chief Executive Officer Darcie Antle. “This facility represents a crucial step forward in our commitment to enhancing mental health services and providing much-needed support to people in our community. This facility will be a beacon of hope and healing, offering comprehensive care and resources for individuals and families facing mental health challenges.”
