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Program: Yolo County HHSA - Mental Health Services - CARE Court Program

Agency: Yolo County HHSA


Resource Number: 92608646
Alternate name: Yolo County Health and Human Services

 Description

Connects individuals struggling with schizophrenia spectrum or other psychotic disorders with voluntary, community-based treatment through a civil court process.

If eligible, the court may order Yolo County’s Mental Health Services to investigate and develop a CARE agreement or plan tailored to the participant’s needs. Through this process, participants can receive support through the program for up to 24 months, ensuring continuity of care and ongoing access to essential services.




Program Phones:
530-406-6794
California Court Self-Help Center - File Petition
888-965-6647
Mental Health Crisis & Access Line
800-735-2929TDD

Website: www.yolocounty.gov/government/general-government-departments/health-human-services/mental-health/care-act

Location information
Superior Court of California - County of Yolo  
Location: Self-Help Center/Familiy Law Facilitator, 1000 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Woodland, CA 95695 (Map)
Program Hours:
Self-Help Center Phone Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 am - 5 pm;
Self-Help Center Walk-in Hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm;
Mental Health Crisis & Access Line: Seven days a week, 24-hours
Description: Located near the intersection of Main Street and East Street.
Bus Service: Nearest bus stop: Main Street at Fifth Stree (EB), bus stop #215.
Disabilities Access: Fully accessible to individuals using mobility aids.
Mailing Address: Self-Help Center/Familiy Law Facilitator, 1000 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695
Service Area:

Program Delivery
Eligibility: The CARE Court program is for people who are:


1. 18 years of age or older.


2. Have a diagnosis in disorder class: Schizophrenia Spectrum or Other Psychotic Disorder.


3. Currently experiencing behaviors and symptoms associated with severe mental illness (SMI).


4. Not clinically stabilized in ongoing voluntary treatment.


5. Unlikely to survive safely in the community without supervision OR in need of services and support to prevent relapse or deterioration that would likely result in grave disability or serious harm to the person or others.


6. Participation in a CARE Plan or Agreement is the least restrictive alternative.


7. Likely to benefit from participating in a CARE Plan or Agreement.




The following adult persons can file a petition:


​​​1. Person living with the respondent.


2. Family members (i.e., parents, siblings, grandparents, and children).


3. Hospital Director or designee.


4. Public Guardian or designee.


5. Licensed behavioral health provider or designee, if services have been provided within 30 days before submitting the petition.


6. Director of Adult Protective Services or designee.


7. Director of California Indian Health Services Program or designee.


8. Judge of a tribal court.


9. Respondent (i.e., self-petition).
Languages: American Sign Language Interpreter available on request, Russian, Spanish, English
Application Process: 1. Complete petition (CARE100) and remember to fill out ALL requested information.


2. Mental Health Declaration Form CARE-101. This form must be filed with the CARE-100 form


3. Gather all required documentation.


4. Include evidence that the respondent was detained for a minimum of TWO periods of intensive treatment (WIC, 5250 Holds), and most recent episode being within the last 60 days.


5. Visit a Yolo Court self-help location to file the petition or file online.
Payment methods:
Program Fees: No fee.
Documents Required: Call for more information.
Service Area:
Defined coverage area:
CA-Yolo County


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