Nevada County Behavioral Health has chosen Pacific Clinics as the new provider for its behavioral health crisis services. The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) will reopen today and serve adults aged 18 and older facing a mental health crisis. The CSU offers a safe, voluntary environment where individuals can access short-term support, including crisis assessments, nursing evaluations, coping strategies, safety planning, and referrals to community resources. Notably, this is the first time the CSU will include peer support partners, allowing individuals to connect with others who understand their experiences.
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Mae Sampani, Executive Director of Crisis Services at Pacific Clinics, emphasized the importance of compassionate support in safe environments, stating, "We know how critical it is for people experiencing a crisis to have access to compassionate support in a safe, welcoming environment. We look forward to working alongside Nevada County and our community partners to support individuals and families when they need it most."
Director of Behavioral Health and Homelessness for Nevada County Behavioral Health, Dr. Cari Yardley, expressed enthusiasm for Pacific Clinics' involvement, noting, "We are pleased to welcome Pacific Clinics as Nevada County’s new provider of crisis services and to reopen the Crisis Stabilization Unit to our community. The CSU remains a vital part of our crisis‑care continuum, offering timely, accessible support for individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies."
The CSU can be accessed 24/7 through various options, including in-person walk-in assessments at 145 Glasson Way, Grass Valley, adjacent to the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Emergency Department, referrals through the Emergency Department, or by calling the CSU direct line at 530-997-1055.
Additionally, beginning November 1, Pacific Clinics will offer 24/7 Mobile Crisis services. Individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis can reach the Mobile Crisis Team by calling the 24-hour Crisis Line at 530-265-5811. More information about crisis services in Nevada County is available at nevadacountyca.gov/crisis.
Pacific Clinics is a leading nonprofit provider of mental health and substance use disorder services, serving over 100,000 Californians with a wide range of high-quality, culturally responsive care for more than 150 years.