Emergency Services - Arlington, Arlington County Community Services Board
2120 Washington Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22204
Eligibility
Hours
Languages
Amharic, Korean, Arabic, Spanish, Language interpretation services are available
Application process
Call for additional information.
Fees
Call for information.
Service area
Arlington, VA
Description
The emergency services unit provides immediate assistance to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. The goals are to: Prevent the crisis from worsening Relieve immediate distress Prevent individuals from harming themselves and/or others Services include: Rapid assessment, intervention, and stabilization for mental health emergencies, including immediate supportive counseling to relieve distress and prevent the crisis from worsening, development of a safety plan to prevent harm to self and/or others, connection to resources, and peer (i.e., individuals with lived experience) support.
Providing organization
Arlington County Community Services Board
The Arlington County Community Services Board (ACCSB) consists of community members appointed to oversee services provided by the Department of Human Services to persons with mental health needs, developmental disabilities and substance use. Programs and services are provided by the Arlington County Department of Human Services.