Grassroots Crisis Intervention

Columbia, MD

Est. 1969 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Grassroots Crisis Intervention

  • Location: Columbia, MD
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Grassroots Crisis Intervention

Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center is a nonprofit organization offering free, 24-hour crisis intervention services. Serving individuals and families throughout Central Maryland, Grassroots provides immediate support for mental health challenges, substance use concerns, housing instability, and other urgent personal crises. Their walk-in crisis center operates around the clock, allowing anyone in need to access compassionate care without an appointment or fee.
The center's services include walk-in counseling, a 24-hour crisis hotline, and participation in the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, offering support via call, text, or chat. Trained counselors and peer recovery specialists assist individuals facing a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, substance use, and housing crises. Additional programs include urgent care mental health services, substance use disorder stabilization, and connections to ongoing treatment resources.
Grassroots also operates Howard County’s emergency shelter, providing beds for families and individuals experiencing homelessness, along with case management and support services aimed at achieving stable housing. The organization’s Mobile Crisis Team responds to community crises, delivering on-site assistance in homes, schools, and other settings. Furthermore, Grassroots offers a Day Resource Center in Jessup, Maryland, which provides meals, showers, laundry facilities, and access to food and clothing pantries for those in need.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Grassroots Crisis Intervention provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Children Girls Boys Loved Ones

Amenities & Features

Recreation Room
Air-Conditioned Rooms
Laundry Service

What to Expect at Grassroots Crisis Intervention

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 30 day.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Grassroots Crisis Intervention offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Grassroots Crisis Intervention works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Trauma Informed

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Cocaine Heroin

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Grassroots Crisis Intervention accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Grassroots Crisis Intervention offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in MD or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 day. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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