Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services

Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services If you or a loved one is experiencing a behavioral health crisis, please call 988.

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๐Ÿ’œโœจ Cherish nโ€™ Rise โœจ๐Ÿ’œA new girls resiliency group is starting at the Student Resiliency Center โ€” and youโ€™re invited! ๐ŸŒธJo...
11/25/2025

๐Ÿ’œโœจ Cherish nโ€™ Rise โœจ๐Ÿ’œ
A new girls resiliency group is starting at the Student Resiliency Center โ€” and youโ€™re invited! ๐ŸŒธ

Join a safe and supportive space where girls ages 13โ€“17 can explore self-love, mindfulness, confidence, and resiliency through creative activities and connection. ๐Ÿ’ซ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Starts December 8, 2025
๐Ÿ•“ Every Monday | 4:00โ€“5:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Student Resiliency Center
1640 N St., Suite 100, Merced, CA 95340

๐ŸŽ Gift card prizes for attendees โ€” because showing up for yourself deserves to be celebrated!

๐ŸŒฟ RSVP your spot now:
๐Ÿ“ž 209-381-6858
๐Ÿ“ง bhrssrcteam@countyofmerced.com

11/24/2025

๐Ÿฆƒ Thanksgiving Office Closure Notice ๐Ÿ‚

In observance of Thanksgiving, Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, 2025.

We will reopen on Monday, December 1, 2025.

If you or someone you know needs immediate support during the holiday, our Crisis Line is available 24/7 at ๐Ÿ“ž (209) 381-6819 or you can call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful Thanksgiving weekend filled with gratitude and connection. ๐Ÿ’›

๐ŸŒฟโœจ Coming Next Month! โœจ๐ŸŒฟTake a deep breath โ€” calm is on the way. ๐Ÿ’œJoin us at the Student Resiliency Center for our Aroma...
11/21/2025

๐ŸŒฟโœจ Coming Next Month! โœจ๐ŸŒฟ

Take a deep breath โ€” calm is on the way. ๐Ÿ’œ
Join us at the Student Resiliency Center for our Aromatherapy & Mental Health Workshop, where youth ages 12โ€“18 can discover how essential oils and aromatherapy can help reduce stress, ease anxiety, improve sleep, and support emotional balance. ๐ŸŒธ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursdays, December 11 & 18, 2025
๐Ÿ•“ 4:00 PM โ€“ 5:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Student Resiliency Center
1640 N St., Suite 100, Merced, CA 95340

๐Ÿ’ฌ Learn, relax, and unwind in this soothing two-part series โ€” a perfect way to end the year feeling refreshed and grounded.

๐ŸŒฟ RSVP your spot today!
๐Ÿ“ž 209-381-6858
๐Ÿ“ง bhrssrcteam@countyofmerced.com

๐Ÿšญ Great American Smokeout โ€” November 20Small Steps, Big Change.Today is the Great American Smokeout, a national day that...
11/21/2025

๐Ÿšญ Great American Smokeout โ€” November 20

Small Steps, Big Change.

Today is the Great American Smokeout, a national day that encourages taking the first step toward quitting to***co or va**ng. Even one day without smoking can be the start of a healthier future โ€” and you donโ€™t have to do it alone. ๐Ÿ’™

Need support?
๐Ÿ“ž To Access BHRS Services Call: (209) 381-6800
๐Ÿ“ž Crisis Line (24/7): (209) 381-6819
๐Ÿ“ž 988 for Su***de & Crisis Lifeline

๐Ÿ’š BHRSโ€”supporting health, hope, and healing every step of the way.

Transgender Day of RemembranceNovember 20, 2025Today, we honor and remember the transgender and gender-diverse individua...
11/20/2025

Transgender Day of Remembrance
November 20, 2025

Today, we honor and remember the transgender and gender-diverse individuals whose lives were lost to violence, discrimination, and transphobia. ๐Ÿ’œ

Each year, Transgender Day of Remembrance reminds us to reflect, raise awareness, and reaffirm our commitment to creating a world where everyone is safe, seen, and supported โ€” regardless of gender identity or expression.

Key Reflections:

๐Ÿ’œ Remembrance: Honoring lives lost to anti-transgender violence.
๐ŸŒˆ Awareness: Acknowledging the challenges of stigma, discrimination, and mental health disparities.
๐Ÿ’š Action: Building inclusive, compassionate communities that celebrate every identity.

At Merced County BHRS, we stand with the transgender community โ€” affirming every personโ€™s right to safety, dignity, and care. Trans and gender-diverse individuals face higher risks of trauma, mental health challenges, and substance use, yet continue to demonstrate incredible resilience and strength.

Letโ€™s continue to cultivate understanding, compassion, and belonging โ€” today and every day. ๐Ÿ’œ

If you or someone you know needs support:
๐Ÿ“ž Call or text 988 and press 3 for the LGBTQI+ support line (available 24/7).
๐ŸŒ Learn more: 988lifeline.org

๐Ÿ’š BHRS is committed to inclusion, compassion, and hope for all.

๐Ÿงก Itโ€™s Friendsgiving Day at the SRC! ๐ŸงกWeโ€™re celebrating friendship, gratitude, and community today at the Student Resili...
11/20/2025

๐Ÿงก Itโ€™s Friendsgiving Day at the SRC! ๐Ÿงก
Weโ€™re celebrating friendship, gratitude, and community today at the Student Resiliency Center! ๐Ÿฆƒโœจ

Join us today, Tuesday, November 25th from 4:00 โ€“ 6:00 PM for our annual Friendsgiving Party โ€” an evening of food, games, and connection for youth ages 12โ€“18. ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ“ 1640 N Street, Suite 100, Merced
๐ŸŽ‰ A few spots may still be open โ€” stop by or call (209) 381-6858 to check!

Letโ€™s give thanks together and celebrate the amazing connections that make our community strong. ๐ŸŒŸ

Today is International Menโ€™s Day. ๐Ÿ’™A day to honor menโ€™s strength, vulnerability, and well-being โ€” mentally, emotionally,...
11/19/2025

Today is International Menโ€™s Day. ๐Ÿ’™
A day to honor menโ€™s strength, vulnerability, and well-being โ€” mentally, emotionally, and physically. ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’ช

To the men carrying heavy things quietly:
Your feelings matter.
Your health matters.
Your story matters. โœจ

To the men in recovery, in healing, in survival mode, or rebuilding:
This day is for you too. ๐Ÿ’™

Reach out. Check in. Start the conversation.
You donโ€™t have to โ€œhave the answerโ€ to show up for someone. ๐Ÿค

Check on the men in your life โ€”
because mental health is health. ๐Ÿซถ

BHRS stands with men, always.
Support is real. Strength looks like asking for it. โœจ

11/19/2025

โ˜• The Brew Crew Is Here at BHRS!

Itโ€™s sweater weather โ€” and thereโ€™s hope in every cup!
Join us this morning from 8:30โ€“10:30 a.m. at 301 E. 13th St., Merced for the Rise to Higher Grounds Cafรฉ pop-up.

Enjoy Peetโ€™s Coffee, fresh bagels, and homemade coffee cake โ€” all served with heart โค๏ธ by the incredible student baristas from Merced County Probation and Merced County Office of Education.

And donโ€™t miss the return of the seasonโ€™s favorites โ€” the legendary Pumpkin Latte, Holiday Spice Latte, and Peppermint Mocha, available hot or iced. ๐ŸŽƒโ˜•โ„๏ธ

Every cup served supports youth in transformation, recovery, and second chances. Together, we rise. ๐ŸŒฟ

โœจ Credit Card or Digital Payments Only

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๐Ÿ‚ Itโ€™s Thanksgiving at The CUBE! ๐ŸฆƒTodayโ€™s the day! Join us at The CUBE (490 E. 13th Street, Merced, CA 95341) as we cele...
11/19/2025

๐Ÿ‚ Itโ€™s Thanksgiving at The CUBE! ๐Ÿฆƒ

Todayโ€™s the day! Join us at The CUBE (490 E. 13th Street, Merced, CA 95341) as we celebrate Thanksgiving with food, fun, and friends! ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿณ Cooking starts at 10:00 AM โ€” all help is welcome!
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Dinner begins at 2:00 PM
๐ŸŽฌ Movie: Fantastic Mr. Fox at 3:00 PM

Whether youโ€™d like to lend a hand in the kitchen or just come enjoy the meal and movie, weโ€™d love to have you here. Letโ€™s celebrate gratitude together!

๐Ÿ“ž (209) 381-6830 ext. 3608
๐Ÿ“ง BHRSCUBE@countyofmerced.com

11/19/2025

We received an update from Rise to higher grounds cafe that due to unexpected rain damage, they unfortunately have to cancel their visit scheduled for tomorrow. ๐Ÿ˜”

Weโ€™ll keep everyone posted on the new date as soon as itโ€™s confirmed.

11/19/2025

Recognizing the signs of su***de risk in young people can save lives. Learn the warning signs and if you notice any in yourself or others, it's important to take them seriously.

Text, call, or chat 988 988lifeline.org

Address

301 E 13th Street 3rd Floor
Merced, CA
95341

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12093816800

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About Merced County BHRS

Vision

Inspiring hope and recovery for those we serve as the premier provider for quality whole person care.

Mission Statement