Madera County, CA – Today, Madera County took another powerful step forward in improving lives and public safety with the groundbreaking of the new state-of-the-art Crisis Stabilization and Sobering Center. It will support thousands of residents battling mental health and addiction crises.

The 17,000 square-foot facility will provide care for adults and youth who do not require hospitalization or involvement with the justice system, offering a more appropriate and compassionate alternative for care. The $27 million project is 90% funded by the state after the county was successful in securing a $24.9 million grant from the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program.

The facility will have dedicated mental health meeting rooms and beds for adults and youth, serving up to 16 clients per day, and another 10 rooms with beds serving clients battling addiction. Additionally, this facility will play a critical role in early intervention for children, helping guide them toward healthier, more positive outcomes. Madera

County Supervisor Leticia Gonzalez said, “This is about meeting people where they are, with care and dignity. It’s a step toward a stronger, more responsive behavioral health system for our community.”