Persons served (consumers) may find information on this page about how Fresno County Behavioral Health Department (Mental Health Plan) is committed to protecting the privacy of the persons receiving mental health and/or substance use services from our system of care.
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), the California Welfare and Institutions Code, and other federal, state and local laws govern how providers must protect patient privacy.
Privacy-related documents for your information and use can be found below.
Notice of Privacy Practices
Health Information PrivacyHealth Information Privacy - HHS.gov
5150 & You
Advanced Directive
Change of Provider Request
Persons Served Handbook
Notice of Privacy Practice
If you have a Behavioral Health emergency please call 9-1-1
Central Valley Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988
Mobile Crisis Response (559) 600-6000
For Access to Services or the Crisis Line, 1 800 654-3937
CalHOPE Warm Line 1 833 317-HOPE(4673)