Clark County Commissioners and University Medical Center officials today opened a Crisis Stabilization Center in Southern Nevada, representing an important step in addressing behavioral health service gaps in the region. Located at 5409 E. Lake Mead Blvd. in North Las Vegas, the facility will provide 24/7 psychiatric crisis and detox services through a partnership between Clark County and University Medical Center (UMC).
The 17,000-square-foot facility features 35 outpatient chairs, designed to offer immediate care for those experiencing mental health crises or substance use disorders. The center will serve as an alternative to emergency rooms and jails, helping to address critical gaps in the region's behavioral health infrastructure.
The center will accept drop-offs from law enforcement and EMS, as well as individuals seeking help voluntarily. Services will be available to adults 18 years and older regardless of insurance status, with treatment lasting from a few hours up to 24 hours for stabilization.
“This facility represents our response to urgent behavioral health needs in our community,” said Commissioner William McCurdy II, who also serves as the chair of UMC’s Board of Trustees. “By providing this care option, we're helping individuals in crisis while supporting our emergency departments and law enforcement resources. However, this is one important step in what remains a significant ongoing challenge requiring continued attention and resources.”
“This Crisis Stabilization Center represents our commitment to ensuring that no one in Clark County faces a mental health crisis alone,” said Commissioner Justin Jones. “By creating a dedicated, dignified space specifically designed for mental health treatment, we're fundamentally changing the conversation around mental wellness in our community and expanding critical services for our most vulnerable residents.”
“This center represents what is possible when local government and healthcare providers work together to address the urgent needs of our community,” said UMC CEO Mason Van Houweling. “Our team at UMC remains committed to delivering compassionate, effective care to people experiencing behavioral health emergencies.”
The State of Nevada provided $11.3 million in funding for the facility. While behavioral health oversight is primarily a state function, this facility addresses immediate community needs with state financial support for both the facility and tenant improvements. The center is expected to serve thousands of individuals annually, helping to address the growing demand for mental health and substance use disorder services in Southern Nevada, though significant additional capacity and services remain needed throughout the region.
Monument Construction completed the facility renovation.
About the Crisis Stabilization Center: The facility will provide 24/7 behavioral health services designed to de-escalate and stabilize individuals experiencing mental health crises, with or without co-occurring substance use disorders. The center will accept drop-offs from law enforcement and EMS, serving adults 18 years and older.
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About Clark County
Clark County is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect and accountability. With jurisdiction over the world-famous Las Vegas Strip and covering an area the size of New Jersey, Clark is the nation’s 11th-largest county and provides extensive regional services to 2.4 million citizens and 45.6 million visitors a year (2022). Included are the nation’s 7th-busiest airport, air quality compliance, social services and the state’s largest public hospital, University Medical Center. The County also provides municipal services that are traditionally provided by cities to 1 million residents in the unincorporated area. Those include fire protection, roads and other public works, parks and recreation, and planning and development.
About UMC
UMC offers the highest level of care in Nevada, providing a wide range of exclusive and specialized health care services for community members and visitors. UMC is home to Nevada's only Level I Trauma Center, only Verified Burn Center and only Transplant Center. UMC Children’s Hospital is home to Southern Nevada’s only Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, in addition to the state’s only Verified Pediatric Burn Center. Offering highly skilled physicians, nurses and staff members supported by the latest, cutting-edge technology, UMC continues to build upon its reputation as Nevada’s most sophisticated health care system. In support of its mission to serve as the premier academic health center, UMC is the anchor partner for the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV. For more information, please visit www.umcsn.com.