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DBH promotes wellness, recovery, and resiliency No DBH client or potential client will be denied access to services due to inability to pay.

DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illnesses and/or substance abuse issues and are uninsured or on Medi-Cal, and individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. DBH uses a Uniform Method of Determining Ability to Pay (UMDAP) which is a sliding scale of liabilities based on the person’s ability to pay for the costs of behavioral health services provided based on family size, income and assets. Disclaimer: http://www.sbcounty.gov/Uploads/CAO/Feature/Content/San_Bernardino_County_Social_Media_Disclaimer_5-13-21-1.pdf.

12/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Pathways to Wellness: Community Forum on the Comprehensive Treatment Campus, held on December 10, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in Victorville.

The event saw robust attendance from community members, partners, and service providers. Community partners shared treatment processes, program overviews, and opportunities available through the ongoing development of the Comprehensive Behavioral Health Treatment Campus. Attendees engaged in meaningful dialogue, asking questions and offering perspectives about services, access, and the project’s long-term impact on wellness in the High Desert.

The Department of Behavioral Health thanks all participants, partners, and residents for contributing to an informative and collaborative evening focused on expanding behavioral health care resources in our region.

12/06/2025

We invite you to join us for a community forum on December 10, 2025, to learn more about the Comprehensive Behavioral Health Treatment Campus! We’ll be sharing updates about the services currently available on-site and the major expansions coming to support behavioral health needs in the High Desert.

During this forum, we’ll walk through:
• The construction of 86 new treatment beds, a new Outpatient Center, and a Wellness Center
• The addition of 52 Recovery Residence units through the Community Care Expansion
• Renovations and improvements being made to existing facilities

We’re excited to share how these projects strengthen local access to care, and we want our community to be part of the conversation as we continue building pathways to wellness together.

If you plan to attend, please RSVP here:
🔗 https://www.eventcreate.com/e/pathwayswellness

12/02/2025

⚠️ Notice ⚠️

The Behavioral Health Commission District Advisory Committees will go dark for the month of December.

Stay connected with us as we resume meetings in the new year! For updates and more information, visit the resources in our bio.

12/01/2025

SB County Animal Care just launched their Pet Foster Program — check it out!

11/26/2025

All San Bernardino County offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in observance of the holiday.

Regular business hours will resume on Monday, December 1.

As a reminder, emergency behavioral health services remain available during this time. Community-based mobile crisis response teams provide 24/7/365 support in English and Spanish for children and adults experiencing a psychiatric emergency.

Community Crisis Response Teams
📞 (800) 398-0018
📱 Text (909) 420-0560

Behavioral Health Helpline
📞 (888) 743-1478

Substance Use Disorder Helpline
📞 (800) 968-2636 See less

11/25/2025

Join Us for the December Community Policy Advisory Committee (CPAC) Meeting

You're invited to attend our monthly CPAC meeting, held every third Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This meeting provides updates on the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) legislation and MHSA-funded programs. We also gather valuable stakeholder feedback to help shape program development.

December Meeting Details:

Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual Only (via Microsoft Teams)
Language assistance services are available at no cost. Call (888) 743-1478. TTY users dial 711.
https://bit.ly/48yoGsT

11/22/2025

On International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day (Nov. 22, 2025), we honor those who have lost loved ones to su***de and stand together in healing and hope. 💙

This day brings communities together to find connection, understanding, and support. Learn more and explore resources through AFSP: afsp.org/international-survivors-of-su***de-loss-day
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline — support is available 24/7.

The San Bernardino County Office of Su***de Prevention is committed to fostering compassion, awareness, and prevention efforts across our community. For more information or support, contact us at: DBHOSP@dbh.sbcounty.gov (909) 387-6221

Together, we remind survivors that they are never alone.

11/22/2025

Congratulations to Summit High School! 🎬

Their short film, “Origins: First Taste,” has been named the Reel Reality Social Media Challenge Winner!

This youth-created project captured hearts and attention across San Bernardino County—earning 31,812 views, more than 950 interactions, and over 2 days of total watch time.

Their creativity, powerful storytelling, and message of awareness and hope stood out among entries from across the region.

We’re proud to announce that 2nd District Supervisor Jesse Armendarez will be awarding the winning team a scholarship in recognition of their outstanding achievement and impact.

Join us in celebrating Summit High School for using art to inspire change and raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl.

11/21/2025

Join us for SafeTALK Training on December 1st!
Learn how to recognize signs of su***de and connect individuals to support.

Steelworkers Auditorium
8437 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92335
9:00 a.m. – Noon
Lake Arrowhead Fire Station 91
301 S State Highway 173, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
9:00 a.m. – Noon

For questions or to register, email DBHOSP@dbh.sbcounty.gov or call (909) 387-6221. Visit the Office of Su***de Prevention, Department of Behavioral Health website for more information.

11/18/2025

Despite the rain, the spirit of mental health and community shined bright at Saturday’s NAMIWalk at Diamond Valley Lake in Hemet. Hundreds came together with strength, courage, and unity to support mental wellness for all, proving that not even the weather can stop a community committed to hope.

The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) was proud to join the walk with full enthusiasm. Our team connected with participants, shared mental health resources, and provided Narcan education to help empower our community with life-saving knowledge.

A heartfelt thank you to the community members, families, advocates, and dedicated partners who showed up, walked with purpose, and stood together for mental health awareness. Your presence made Saturday powerful.

Together, we walk. Together, we rise. Together, we heal.

11/15/2025

🎬 REEL REALITY SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE! 🎬

Film Name: "Fent Kills"
School: AB Miller High School
Category: Fentanyl Doesn't Care. But We Do.

We’re turning up the excitement! One film from the November Reel Reality Fentanyl Awareness Film Contest will be selected to compete in our Social Media Challenge and YOU decide the winner!
The challenge starts Friday, November 14th and runs through Thursday, November 20th. Winners will be announced Friday, November 21st!

Contest Rules:
- The featured film will be posted across our official social media pages.
- The video with the most views by the end of the challenge wins!
- The winning film will receive scholarship money and be officially announced on our pages!

Film must be from the November Fall Reel Reality Fentanyl Film Contest submissions.
Participants must tag San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health in their reposts and stories:
👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sbcdbh/
👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1213021794194595
👉 X (Twitter): www.twitter.com
👉 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com
Use the hashtag

Let’s show some love, spread awareness, and support our local filmmakers using creativity to inspire change!

11/15/2025

🎬 REEL REALITY SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE! 🎬

Film Name: "Mistake"
School: Etiwanda High School
Category: It Can Happen to Anyone - Addressing Stigma

We’re turning up the excitement! One film from the November Reel Reality Fentanyl Awareness Film Contest will be selected to compete in our Social Media Challenge and YOU decide the winner!
The challenge starts Friday, November 14th and runs through Thursday, November 20th. Winners will be announced Friday, November 21st!

Contest Rules:
- The featured film will be posted across our official social media pages.
- The video with the most views by the end of the challenge wins!
- The winning film will receive scholarship money and be officially announced on our pages!

Film must be from the November Fall Reel Reality Fentanyl Film Contest submissions.
Participants must tag San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health in their reposts and stories:
👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sbcdbh/
👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1213021794194595
👉 X (Twitter): www.twitter.com
👉 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com
Use the hashtag

Let’s show some love, spread awareness, and support our local filmmakers using creativity to inspire change!

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