Families of Adults with Mental Illness
If you have an adult family member that has or may have a mental illness, you may have questions or want to learn more about resources and support.
As a starting point, check out Ventura County Local Resources listed on this page.
As a starting point, check out Ventura County Local Resources listed on this page.
Questions about medication, how to help or other related issues? See FAQs, How to Talk About Mental Illness, and For More Information.
Be a stigma buster. See Myths and Facts for common myths.
If you have suggestions for other topics and resources that would be useful to find here, please let us know – email MHSA@ventura.org.
NAMI Ventura County (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Resources including free education programs, peer-to-peer support and advocacy
Countywide – All Ages
Adult Wellness Center & Recovery Center
- Oxnard Wellness Center
2697 Saviers Road
Tues, Wed & Fri 9AM – 3PM
Thurs 2:30PM – 6PM
- New Visions Satellite Program
1065 E. Main Street, Ventura
Sat 9AM – 3PM
Turning Point Foundation
Mental illness recovery and support services, including housing and community centers.
The Client Network
Resource referrals for any level of care, community forums & advocacy.
If you're in crisis:
Emergency:
If you believe your loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis and you need the assistance of law enforcement.
211 Ventura County
Free service connecting people to health and human services in the community
Countywide – All Ages
For mental health assessment and referral
For a crisis, call 911 or the VCBH Crisis Team at (866) 998-2243. Please note that information on WellnessEveryday.org should not be used as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always consult a healthcare professional before acting on any information found on WellnessEveryday.org.
Ventura County Behavioral Health treatment clinics and programs are licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services. Learn more at www.VCBH.org.
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