Placer County residents grappling with substance use disorders are set to benefit from a new residential treatment facility, thanks to a $14.5 million state grant. This infusion of funds will allow for the conversion of a building into a much-needed local center for treatment, filling the void left by the closure of the county's lone provider last year, Placer County announced.
The grant, part of the state’s Proposition 1 Bond Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program, will revamp a dilapidated county-owned building at the Placer County Government Center into a facility featuring 36 residential treatment beds, and 8 withdrawal management spaces. The strategic positioning of this center, proximate to a constellation of other vital services, stands to be a significant boon for those seeking care without having to trek beyond the county's bounds. According to a statement obtained by the county, “Demand for local services had long outpaced supply — and this new facility will begin to close that gap,” shared Amy Ellis, Placer County's Behavioral Health Director.
For individuals currently facing substance use troubles in the area, assistance is available through a helpline at 1-888-886-5401, with free substance use screenings on offer to guide assessments and referrals. The forthcoming facility will not only accommodate residents in need of dedicated residential drug and alcohol services, but it's also set to determine the lengths of stays based on medical necessity.
It's anticipated that service delivery at the new center will be conducted by a community-based provider, with funding secured through Drug Medi-Cal and other potential revenue streams. The total grant award of $14.5 million is complemented by a $1.4 million local match, which will be covered through, the building’s appraised value and opioid settlement funds, according to the county's announcement.
The establishment of this treatment facility is a direct result of community consultation—substance use disorder treatment had been singled out as a pressing need by locals. The investment marks a significant enhancement to Placer’s behavioral health system, aligning with earlier infrastructure program projects like a 16-bed psychiatric health facility and The Harbor, a 16-bed recovery residence in Roseville, to bring total state program contributions for Placer County to approximately $25 million and over 80 beds of various types.
