297 Independence Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA - 23462
T (757) 385-0850
This is a sliding scale approved program
Adult Outpatient Mental Health Services
Including Same-Day Access
(757) 385-0511
Child & Youth Mental Health Services
Including Same-Day Access
(757) 385-0850
Emergency Mental Health Services
Available 24/7
(757) 385-0888
The Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Division (BHDS) is part of the City of Virginia Beach's Department of Human Services and is responsible for planning, organizing, and providing treatment and services for people in our community who have Behavioral Health and/or Developmental Disabilities. BHDS serves children, adolescents and adults.
Services are provided in various settings through the community including homes, schools, offices, residential settings, day programs and other locations. Staff and contracted service providers include, but are not limited to psychiatrists, nurses and medical staff, counselors, therapists, case managers and support coordinators, peer specialists, and administrators.
The Department partners with community organizations, faith-based communities, businesses, schools and other local government agencies to provide the services people need.
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services operates under a sliding fee scale payment model. What this means to you is that Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services provides their services even to patients who cannot afford care (such as low-income or who people who need to self-pay). Patients will pay according to their income. Be prepared to provide information on your household income.
| Federal Poverty Guideline | At or Below 100% | 101% – 125% | 126% – 150% | 151% – 200% | Above 200% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Size | Nominal Fee ($10) | Level 1 Charge $20 | Level 2 Charge $30 | Level 3 Charge $40 | No Discount |
| 1 | $0 - $15,060 | $15,061 - $22,590 | $22,591 - $27,861 | $27,862 - $30,120 | $30,121+ |
| 2 | $0 - $25,550 | $25,551 - $30,660 | $30,661 - $37,814 | $37,815 - $40,880 | $40,881+ |
| 3 | $0 - $25,820 | $25,821 - $32,275 | $32,276 - $38,730 | $38,731 - $51,640 | $51,641+ |
| 4 | $0 - $31,200 | $31,201 - $39,000 | $39,001 - $46,800 | $46,801- $62,400 | $62,0401+ |
| 5 | $0 - $36,580 | $36,581 - $45,725 | $45,726 - $54,870 | $54,871 - $73,160 | $73,161+ |
| 6 | $0 - $41,960 | $41,961 - $52,450 | $52,451 - $62,940 | $62,941 - $83,920 | $83,921+ |
| 7 | $0 - $47,340 | $47,341 - $59,175 | $59,176 - $71,010 | $71,011 - $94,680 | $94,681+ |
| 8 | $0 - $52,720 | $52,721 - $65,900 | $65,901 - $79,080 | $79,081 - $105,440 | $105,441+ |
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services is a certified Community Mental Health Center and therefore operates through federal and state funds made possible by the Community Mental Health Act. The purpose of these funds to make diagnosis and treatment available to low-income and indigent individuals. The services are either free or under a sliding-scale. These services are available to people of all ages who do not have health insurance.
Counties are often responsible for backing services like schools and hospitals. Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services receives funding from either the county or another local government. This means that mental health services for local residents might be offered for free or at a reduced rate. Call to find out.
The US Department of Health and Human Services offers funds in the form of Community Services Block Grants to all states. The purpose of these funds is to reduce poverty by helping low-income individuals and families find work, access education, obtain housing, and improve their health. Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services is a recipient of this grant. You may qualify for assistance provided you meet low-income eligibility requirements but you must apply by contacting the following office:
Margaret Schultze ( Commissioner )
801 E. Main Street
Richmond, VA - 23219
Phone: 804-726-7011
Fax: 804-726-7088
http://www.dss.virginia.gov/community/csbg.cgi
Matt Fitzgerald ( Community Service Program Manager )
801 East Main Street
Richmond, VA - 23219
Phone: 804-726-7142
matt.fitzgerald@dss.virginia.gov
http://www.dss.virginia.gov/community/csbg.cgi
All state Medicaid programs provide some mental health services. Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services accepts Medicaid, a joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with low incomes and limited resources. Medicaid programs vary from state to state.
Community Mental Health Centers operate through federal and state funds made possible by the Community Mental Health Act. The purpose of these funds to make diagnosis and treatment available to low-income and indigent individuals. The services are either free or under a sliding-scale. These services are available to people of all ages who do not have health insurance. Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services is a certified Community Mental Health Center therefore offers services to those who might not be able to afford them.
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services recieves funding from the state of Virginia other than traditional funding like Medicare, Medicaid, or Community Services Block grants. This means that it likely that these subsidies will translate to affordable or free mental health services to you. Call Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services to find out.
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services receives State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services Funds designed to finance the cost of treatment for mental health conditions.
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services Behavioral Health Services recieves or accepts State welfare or child and family services funds.
Obamacare purchased from the Health Care Marketplaces covers Mental Health Care and Substance Use Disorder Treatment. Under the Health Care Law there are 10 categories of benefits. Mental Health Care and Substance Abuse Treatment are two of the 10.
If you have Affordable Care Act Coverage you will have mental health care coverage.
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