San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest

Crisis Services — Crisis Stabilization Unit in San Diego, California. County-operated emergency psychiatric stabilization for children and adolescents (under 18) in acute mental health crisis. Provides voluntary and involuntary stabilization as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization. Walk-in and referral-based admissions. Open 24/7, 365 days/year.

Phone: (619) 876-4502

Address: 4309 3rd Ave, San Diego, California, 92103

Website: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/programs/bhs/csu.html

Services offered: Children/youth psychiatric emergency screening, crisis stabilization, involuntary hold assessment, psychiatric evaluation, safety planning

Ages served: Children & Adolescents (under 18)

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Frequently asked questions about San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest

How do I contact San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest?

You can call San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest at (619) 876-4502 or visit 4309 3rd Ave in San Diego, California. Their website is https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/programs/bhs/csu.html.

What services does San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest offer?

San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest offers Children/youth psychiatric emergency screening, crisis stabilization, involuntary hold assessment, psychiatric evaluation, safety planning. Serves Children & Adolescents (under 18). County-operated emergency psychiatric stabilization for children and adolescents (under 18) in acute mental health crisis. Provides voluntary and involuntary stabilization as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization. Walk-in and referral-based admissions. Open 24/7, 365 days/year.

Are services at San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest free or low-cost?

Many community crisis services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest at (619) 876-4502 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest offer services in other languages?

Call San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest at (619) 876-4502 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

Who is eligible for services at San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest?

San Diego County Children & Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CYCSU) – Hillcrest reports serving Children & Adolescents (under 18). Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (619) 876-4502 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.