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Mobile Crisis Services

Immediate Support. Compassionate Care. When It Matters Most.

Call or Text Mobile Crisis

In a crisis? You are not alone.

24/7 Mobile Crisis Support for Adults + Children

Serving Mercer, McDowell, and Wyoming Counties

24/7 Crisis Response

What is Mobile Crisis?

The Mobile Crisis Program provides 24/7, year-round support to individuals of all ages experiencing mental health crises. The team offers rapid on-site assessment, crisis intervention, and connections to appropriate mental health services, including support for suicidal or homicidal ideations.

The program focuses on safety, stabilization, and linking individuals and families to ongoing care while reducing unnecessary hospitalizations and involvement with law enforcement.

Our Mission

Provide immediate, compassionate crisis intervention that promotes safety, stabilization, and emotional well-being

Respond where people are, offering community-based crisis intervention and support

Connect individuals and families to ongoing care and resources that support long-term recovery and resilience

When Should You Call Mobile Crisis?

If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these situations

Thoughts of Self-Harm

Thoughts of harming yourself or others

Severe Distress

Severe anxiety, panic, or emotional distress

Feeling Overwhelmed

Feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or unsafe

Confusion or Disorientation

Feeling confused, disoriented, or disconnected from reality

Who Can Call Mobile Crisis?

Individuals in Crisis

Adults and children (with parental consent) experiencing crisis

Family & Friends

Parents, caregivers, family members, or friends concerned about someone

Community Providers

Schools, shelters, or community organizations

First Responders

Law enforcement and emergency personnel

From Call to Care

What to expect when you call Mobile Crisis

1

Call the Mobile Crisis Team

(304) 308-9293

2

Speak with a Professional

Trained mental health professional will listen

3

Immediate Support

Crisis de-escalation and assessment

4

On-Site Response

If needed, team comes to you

5

Follow-Up Care

Connection to resources and ongoing support

Our Goals

Safety and Recovery

24/7 Rapid Response

Deliver immediate support to adults and children experiencing mental health crises and address suicidal and/or homicidal ideation with urgency and care

Connect to Resources

Connect individuals and families to appropriate resources, supports, services, and assist in coordination entry to mental health treatment facilities when needed

Minimize Hospitalizations

Provide effective crisis resolution in the community to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations and emergency department visits

Reduce Arrests

Reduce the number of arrests involving individuals with mental illnesses by offering appropriate levels of care

Long-Term Recovery

Support individuals achieving stabilization and engaging in long-term recovery planning

Community Collaboration

Foster collaboration between law enforcement, mental health teams, families, and the community to ensure safety and appropriate care

Need Help Now?

Mobile Crisis is available 24/7, 365 days a year

Serving Mercer, McDowell, and Wyoming Counties

Important Numbers and Websites

24/7 Crisis Line

1-800-615-0122

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU)

(304) 431-2869

Direct line for crisis assessment

Mobile Crisis (Adult & Adolescent)

(304) 308-9293

988 Suicide/Crisis Lifeline

988

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

988lifeline.org / crisistextline.org

National Sexual Assault Hotline

(800) 656-4673/HOPE rainn.org

National Runaway Safeline

(800) 786-2929/RUNAWAY 1800runaway.org

WV Safe Schools Helpline

(866) 723-3982/SAFEWV wvde.us

SAMHSA National Helpline

(800) 662-4357/HELP samhsa.gov

DHHR Centralized Intake for Abuse/Neglect

(800) 352-6513 dhhr.wv.gov

WV State Police

(304) 746-2100 wvsp.gov