Renown Health has suspended services at its recently opened Crisis Care Center in Sparks.
The suspension comes following the termination of its funding under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS).
The facility began operating on February 20 and was designed to offer short-term, 23-hour behavioral health crisis intervention and was located on the Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMHS) campus at 480 Galletti Way.
Renown says the sudden loss of funding has prompted Renown leaders to engage with federal, state, and local representatives in an urgent effort to secure alternative and sustainable financial support that could allow the center to reopen.
In the meantime, they say people experiencing a behavioral health crisis are encouraged to call 988, which offers a free Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for immediate, confidential, 24/7 support.
Renown says crisis evaluations and treatment will continue to be available through Renown Regional Medical Center at 1155 Mill Street and Renown South Meadows Medical Center at 10101 Double R Boulevard in South Reno.
Renown Health emphasized its ongoing commitment to the mental health and well-being of the community and is working to find suitable placements for employees affected by the service suspension, staying true to its people-first values and focus on providing safe, respectful, and supportive care environments.
