Emergency

If you or someone you know is in the process of harming themselves or has just harmed themselves, then call 911 immediately.

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis right now, dial 988.

By calling 988, you can get free, immediate help from a trained crisis worker 24/7 if you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support.

Horizon’s experienced Emergency Services clinicians are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to assess and assist in psychiatric emergencies. If you believe that you or someone you love is experiencing a psychiatric emergency that could lead to self-harm or the harm of others, our Emergency clinicians are here to help. All assessments are conducted in a safe environment with the utmost respect and care. The goal is to provide a referral for the appropriate level of treatment. Evaluations of both mental and physical health are conducted in a safe and non-threatening environment. Clients can be referred to several levels of treatment including inpatient hospitalization, residential crisis services, detoxification or other substance use services, intensive outpatient services or less intensive therapy. 

Horizon clinicians make themselves readily available to the public, first responders and local hospitals. If you or someone you love is in need of Horizon’s Emergency Services please call 434-477-5000, or our after-hours emergency number 434-522-8191.