About CARE Court (Mental Health Treatment)
Court-ordered pathway to mental health treatment for people with severe mental illness (schizophrenia, psychotic disorders). Provides coordinated treatment, medications, and housing.
How to Apply in California
- Referrals come from family members, first responders, or behavioral health agencies
- Contact your county behavioral health department
- Available in all 58 California counties
- Covers treatment, medications, substance use services, and housing placement
Contact & Official Links
Official website: newsroom.courts.ca.gov/care-act
See Everything You Qualify For in California
CARE Court (Mental Health Treatment) is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is CARE Court (Mental Health Treatment) worth?
CARE Court (Mental Health Treatment): Comprehensive treatment + housing. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$2,000 per month.
CARE Court (Mental Health Treatment): Comprehensive treatment + housing. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$2,000 per month.
How do I apply for CARE Court (Mental Health Treatment) in California?
To apply: Referrals come from family members, first responders, or behavioral health agencies. Contact your county behavioral health department. Available in all 58 California counties. Official website: https://newsroom.courts.ca.gov/care-act
To apply: Referrals come from family members, first responders, or behavioral health agencies. Contact your county behavioral health department. Available in all 58 California counties. Official website: https://newsroom.courts.ca.gov/care-act
Who qualifies for CARE Court (Mental Health Treatment)?
Court-ordered pathway to mental health treatment for people with severe mental illness (schizophrenia, psychotic disorders). Provides coordinated treatment, medications, and housing. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Court-ordered pathway to mental health treatment for people with severe mental illness (schizophrenia, psychotic disorders). Provides coordinated treatment, medications, and housing. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.