Mental health resources in Riverside & L.A. Counties
Don’t wait. Whether you're struggling with your mental health or supporting someone who is, immediate resources and professional help are within reach.
NAMI Western
Riverside County
Provides support and referral services to people in need in the cities of Riverside, Moreno Valley, Corona, Norco, and the Jurupa Valley/Rubidoux area.
Suicide Prevention
Lifeline
If you or someone you care about is in crisis and needs immediate help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
CARES Line
Phone
The CARES Line connects Riverside County residents to mental health support, referrals, and crisis help, available weekdays, 8AM - 5PM with after-hours assistance.
Local Resources
The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) supports the wellbeing of our County residents and communities. LACDMH’s Help Line is available 24/7 to provide mental health support, resources, and referrals
Call LA Mental Health Line
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, immediate help is available. Call or Text 988
Chat at 988lifeline.org
Substance Use CARES (24/7 in English and Spanish) Line Phone
Confidential support for substance use concerns, available day or night in both English and Spanish. Whether you're seeking treatment, information, or crisis help, trained professionals are ready to guide you.
2-1-1 Community Connect
A 24/7 information and referral hotline connecting Riverside County residents with essential services during times of need. Need guidance on food, housing, mental health, or more?
Riverside Network of Care for Behavioral Health
An online hub offering mental health resources for individuals, families, and providers in Riverside County. Find services, support tools, news, and legislation updates.
Crisis Hotlines (All Regions)
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Available 24/7. Call or text 988 (Spanish: 1‑888‑628‑9454). San Diego connects to local counselors via 1‑888‑724‑7240
momentofclarity.com sandiegocounty.gov
Mobile Crisis Response, San Bernardino/Riverside
Call 1‑800‑968‑2636 for 24/7 screening, assessment & referral
San Bernardino County
Dept. of Behavioral Health (DBH)
- Access/Crisis Line: 1‑888‑743‑1478 (24/7)
- Crisis Walk-in Centers (CWIC):
- High Desert (Victorville): 760‑245‑8837
- Morongo Basin (Yucca Valley): 855‑365‑6558 (namisb.org).
- Windsor Center (San Bernardino): 909‑361‑6470.
- High Desert (Victorville): 760‑245‑8837
adrc.sbcounty.gov
Older Adult Behavioral Health
Call 909‑386‑8256
For substance use: 1‑800‑968‑2636 (adrc.sbcounty.gov).
Community Hospital (Dignity Health)
Intensive Outpatient Program & psych unit (adults) via 909‑806‑1658 (dignityhealth.org).
NAMI San Bernardino Resources
Local referral & support programs (namisb.org).
Inland Regional Center
Services for those with developmental disabilities in SB & Riverside (en.wikipedia.org).
Riverside County
RUHS‑Behavioral Health Services
Crisis intervention, outpatient & residential programs for adults, older adults, youth (ruhealth.org).
RUHS‑Medical Center
Level I trauma hospital with psychiatric care (en.wikipedia.org).
Orange County
Orange County Behavioral Health
Mission to prevent crises and provide early intervention & treatment (apnews.com).
County Mental Health Plan (MHP)
800‑723‑8641 for adult, family, children’s services (dhcs.ca.gov).
Moment of Clarity
San Diego & OC-based outpatient/I‑O‑P/PHP for anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc.; call 949‑635‑4437
(momentofclarity.com).
Los Angeles County
LA County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH)
Largest U.S. county behavioral health system; Help Line: 800‑854‑7771 (dmh.lacounty.gov).
State Hospitals
Metropolitan State Hospital (Norwalk) handles serious psychiatric cases (en.wikipedia.org).
County Health Services Network
Outpatient clinics across L.A. (e.g., Harbor‑UCLA MC) via LADHS (en.wikipedia.org).
San Diego County
San Diego County Behavioral Health Services
24/7 walk-in and referral: call or text 988 or dial 1‑888‑724‑7240 (sandiegocounty.gov).
Mobile Crisis Teams support locals (axios.com).
Statewide & Systemic Initiatives
Community Assistance, Recovery & Empowerment (“CARE”) Court
A new court program for severe mental illness in San Diego & Orange; LA begins Dec 1, 2023 (time.com).
State Mental Health Bond
Governor Newsom released $3.3B from the new bond for treatment centers & homeless housing; applications due July 2025 (theguardian.com).
Applying to the Regional Center
Inland Regional Center
https://www.inlandrc.org/eligibility/
San Gabriel Valley/Pomona
Apply here
Applying to In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/in-home-supportive-services
Appeal a denial
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/ihss/ihss-providers/how-to-appeal-if-you-are-denied
Autism Society Inland Empire
https://ieautism.org/resources-by-topic/
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund
Information on lawyers and advocates
IEP and 504 plan resources
https://dredf.org/special-education/sample-letters
Organizations for Autism Research
Understanding empirically supported approaches to treatment
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/ihss/ihss-providers/how-to-appeal-if-you-are-denied
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists
Can answer questions about children and families
Read details here
Mental Health resources in San Francisco
https://sf.gov/information/mental-health-and-substance-use-resources