Cobb County Community Services Board (CCCSB), as an essential service, is open and serving people in the community, following federal, state and local guidelines and restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We are the public safety net for those who have a mental illness, a substance use issue or an intellectual or other developmental disability,” said CEO Foster Norman in a March 26 news release.
“Our job is to continue to serve and support these individuals as best we can - given the current circumstances. These healthcare needs continue for individuals - regardless of the presence of COVID-19 or any other disease,” Norman added.
The agency’s Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC), 1758 County Services Parkway, Marietta is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for those experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
Outpatient and Residential Treatment programs continue to operate on normal hours while adhering to federal, state and local guidelines, the statement said.
Those who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis also can call the Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) at 1-800-715-4225.
See dbhdd.georgia.gov/bh-prevention/suicide-prevention.
Available 24 hours each day, GCAL also offers an APP for individuals who want to communicate through social media.
For those who are not in crisis but who are experiencing behavioral health challenges, there are a number of ways to receive services via telephone or online.
Georgia Council on Substance Abuse offers a confidential Cares Warm Line for those who may need someone to talk to about recovery - available 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. at 1-844-326-5400.
Other virtual recovery programs are available from the national Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Local groups, like National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Cobb and its national affiliation, also have online resources.
Information: Cobb County Community Services Board at mobrien@cobbcsb.com or cobbcsb.com
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