Photo courtesy of Sutter County Health and Human Services

YUBA CITY, CA (MPG) - Mobile Crisis Response services are now available again in Sutter and Yuba counties, offering around-the-clock, in-person support for individuals experiencing mental health crises.

The service relaunched April 1 and is available 24 hours a day and can respond within 60 to 120 minutes.

Mobile crisis teams respond in the field, working to stabilize individuals and connect them with appropriate care. The teams include trained mental health professionals who provide on-site intervention and assess next steps based on each situation.

Services may include transportation or referrals to facilities such as rehabilitation centers, emergency departments or psychiatric health facilities. Follow-up care is also provided within 72 hours, either by phone or in person, to support continued recovery.

Officials said the goal is to reduce the need for emergency room visits or law enforcement involvement by addressing crises early and connecting people with the right level of care.

The service is intended for use in community settings. It is not available in locations already required to provide crisis care, including hospitals, psychiatric facilities and skilled nursing facilities.

Residents can access the service by calling 1-888-923-3800. The line is available at all times for immediate assistance.

For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. For immediate suicidal thoughts, call or text 988.