The Pacific ADA Center to builds partnerships between the disability community and the general public by enhancing understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through education and technical assistance.
The Pacific ADA Center is one of ten Regional Centers in the ADA National Network set up across the United States to provide information and referral, training, consultation, and technical assistance to the business, state and local government, and disability communities about their responsibilities and rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The Center includes numerous consultants, a small staff, and subcontracts with more than 20 entities regionwide. The Center participates in nationwide training projects and the development of materials for broad based distribution. Pacific ADA Center receives direct and current information from the Departments of Justice, Transportation, Education, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the Federal Communications C… [read more]

Recover provides effective and accessible substance use treatment for adults and adolecents via telemedicine. They have partnered with state and local governments to meet patients wherever they are on their recovery journey.

Recover provides comprehensive care featuring medical care, care coordination, and group counseling. You can connect with your care team online - scheduling appointments, joining video calls, and receiving prescriptions through our telehealth platform. Access to evidence-based care integrating medical treatment has been shown to improve outcomes for over 70% of patients.

If you live in California and struggle with either drug or alcohol use, schedule a free enrollment call to learn more about our treatment program and check your eligibility for free care. Enroll online at https://www.letsrecover.com/enroll or call 858-208-0121. Services available in English and Spanish.

Recover provides substance use treatment for adults at no cost to patients with Placer County… [read more]

People who are mandatorily evacuated due to wildfire or other disasters may have homeowners' or renters' insurance coverage to help with evacuation and relocation costs, even if their homes are not damaged or destroyed.

Additional Living Expense coverage, known as ALE, typically includes:

• Food and housing costs
• Furniture rental, relocation and storage
• And extra transportation expenses

Who to Contact:
Residents who have been evacuated should contact their insurance agent and/or the California Department of Insurance to find out what their renter's or homeowners' policy covers and other resources that may be available to them while the mandatory evacuation orders are in place. Evacuees are urged to contact their insurance company to verify their ALE coverage provision and limits and learn about requirements to use the coverage.

Receipts and Documentation:
It is critical to keep all receipts and document the date, time, and names of any insurance company employees you speak to regarding your … [read more]

Granite Wellness provides an Adolescent Services program which focuses on substance use prevention and making healthy and responsible choices.

• Weekly at  Nevada County Juvenile Hall and Placer County Juvenile Hall for incarcerated adolescents – no cost to the participant
• Weekly Drug Diversion & Support groups at select local high schools – for students – no cost to the participant

Web pages

• Home - https://www.granitewellness.org/
• Adolescent Services - https://www.granitewellness.org/services/adolescent-treatment/

 

Lifetime Adoption Foundation offers adoption assistance for pregnant women, children up to 14 years, and families seeking to adopt. All adoption opportunities for birth mothers and adoptive families are funded through tax deductible donations from individuals, estates, and corporations.

ADOPTION - Children are best served in loving permanent family environments.

Children's System of Care provides placement approval for matched families through the Resource Family Approval process, and support for parents wishing to voluntarily relinquish their children for adoption.

Potential Adoptive Families
If you interested in becoming an adoptive family please visit the Adoption & Permanency Services page of Stanford Sierra Youth & Families. https://www.ssyaf.org/post/adoption-permanency-services

FOSTER PARENT - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2060/Foster-and-Adoptive-Parents
Becoming a Foster or Adoptive Parent

Placer County has a continuing need for foster and adoptive families. Placer County provides foster care licensing and adoptive home studies to families who are interested in opening their homes. Placer County works in partnership with several community based organizations such as Koinonia Family Services, Stanford Youth Solutions/Sierra Forever Families,… [read more]

If your life is in danger or you need to report an emergency situation, call 911.

Placer County Crisis & Emergency Services
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency: Any individual age 16+ experiencing a mental health crisis may call the County's 24-hour, 7-day a week response line at 916-787-8860 or (toll free) 888-886-5401. A trained professional will listen and assist you.

Crisis Intervention Services and Assessments
Trained and caring Placer County Mental Health professionals provide crisis intervention services and assessments for adults and children at locations throughout Placer County as follows:

• Local emergency departments such as Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Tahoe Forest Hospital
• Auburn and South Placer jails
• Juvenile Detention center

County Mental Health Triage Services:

• Mobile Crisis Triage (MCT)
• Family Mobile Team (FMT)
• School/County Collaborative 

Information on mental health triage services i… [read more]

If your life is in danger or you need to report an emergency situation, call 911.

Placer County Crisis & Emergency Services
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency: Any individual age 16+ experiencing a mental health crisis may call the County's 24-hour, 7-day a week response line at 916-787-8860 or (toll free) 888-886-5401. A trained professional will listen and assist you.

Crisis Intervention Services and Assessments
Trained and caring County mental health professionals provide crisis intervention services and assessments for adults and children at locations throughout Placer County, as follows:

• Local emergency departments such as Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Tahoe Forest Hospital
• Auburn and South Placer jails
• Juvenile Detention center
• Lotus Behavioral Health Crisis Center 
  

County Mental Health Triage Services:

• Mobile Crisis Triage (MCT)
• Family Mobile Team (FMT)
• School/County Collaborative

Information on mental he…

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Provides an adult day care facility that is licensed with the State of California. Offers socialization opportunities, peer relationships, reduction of isolation, group and individual exercise, nutritious meals and snacks, counseling and support, medication assistance, and an individual needs and services plan. Offers referrals to local support groups for caregivers.

Specialized Dementia Care Program for early onset Alzheimer's Disease or other cognitive impairments. Safe Memory Care Patio for outdoor enjoyment and activities.

Also offers support and training for caregivers on a one-to-one basis.  

Websites:

• Main website - https://nchelpinghands.com/

24-Hour Crisis Line - 530-265-5811

Services
The Behavioral Health Department provides a wide variety of Adult Mental Health Services to the public, particularly for Medi-Cal recipients and those with severe mental illness. These include Mental Health Services and Alcohol and Other Drug Services. County employees provide some services, while contracted individuals and organizations provide other services, with County monitoring.

Service Range
This continuum of care ranges from acute inpatient to routine outpatient services, and includes medication services, psychotherapy, residential services, wellness and recovery, care management, long term institutional care and vocational services. Adult Services monitors the delivery of services to ensure that State standards are met for quality, timeliness and authorization.

Clinics
There are two county clinics. The Western County Crown Point Facility in Grass Valley, and a Truckee clinic at the Joseph Government Center. Visit the Locations and Hours p… [read more]