Mental Health Services for Adults
Promoting health and well being in Erie and Crawford counties through

Recovery & Support

Outreach

You are not alone
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Crawford County Crisis Hotline, 814-724-2732 – 24 hours a day/7 days a week
Erie County Crisis Hotline, 814-456-2014 – 24 hours a day/7 days a week
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK– 24 hours a day/7 days a week
Stairways Behavioral Health Counseling Center, 814-452-8913 – 24 hours a day/7 days a week

Erie County Main Campus
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
2185 West 8th Street
Erie, Pa 16505
814-453-5806
888-453-5806

Crawford County Outpatient Services – Titusville
Monday, 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
115 West Spring Street
Titusville, PA 16354
814-827-2790

Crawford County Outpatient & Crisis Services – Meadville
Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
16332 Conneaut Lake Road
Meadville, PA 16335
814-337-8762

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Recovery & Support

Center for Arts and Humanities
The Center provides a pressure-free arts experience for persons recovering from mental illness and anyone, regardless of age and ability, interested in the arts and wellness. For more information on classes and events, call 814-456-2731 or email us now.

Community Residential Rehabilitation*
This short-term 24-hour residential program provides structure, psychiatric consultation, therapy and support to adults experiencing temporary difficulty managing daily life. Call 814-878-2172 or email us now.

Counseling Center
Erie County residents who live under 150% of the poverty level and have no insurance or medical assistance take advantage of counseling services for little cost. For an assessment, call 814-452-8913 or email us now.

Crisis Residential*
This 24-hour residential treatment program offers symptom and medication management, psychiatric care, and counseling to those in short-term crisis. For more information, call 814-878-2172 or email us now. In a crisis, call 814-456-2014.

CROMISA* (Community Reintegration of Offenders with Mental Illness and Substance Abuse)
Erie, Crawford and Warren County offenders who are incarcerated or “halfway back” to home and struggling with both substance abuse and mental illness receive services to support community reintegration. Partners include: Erie County Office of Drug & Alcohol Abuse, Erie County Office of Mental Health/Mental Retardation, Gaudenzia Crossroads, Greater Erie Community Action Committee, and Probation & Parole Board of Pennsylvania. Call 814-878-2132 or email us now.

Deerfield Dual Diagnosis*
Persons struggling with both substance abuse and mental illness receive treatment and support in this 24-hour residential program provided by Stairways and partners Deerfield Behavioral Health and Millcreek Community Hospital. Call 814-878-2100 or email us now.
Download Deerfield Program Brochure (pdf)

Education
Students master skills useful in everyday life and employment readiness including reading, writing, math, and computer and financial literacy. Classes are open to the community. Call 814-878-2004 for a schedule or email us now.

Fairweather Lodge* - a nationally recognized program!
Persons with mental illness desiring to live and work in a community of support, accountability and recovery benefit from this residential and employment program. Call 814-878-2106 or email us now.

HomePLUS* - a nationally recognized program!
Elderly persons challenged by physical and behavioral health limitations receive personal care to support independence and quality living. Partners include the Housing Authority of the City of Erie, Greater Erie Community Action Committee and Erie Center on Health & Aging. Call 814-878-2100 or email us now.

Independent Living Services*
This community-based program helps persons with mental illness identify recovery goals and maintain safe, affordable housing, and teaches living, learning, working and socializing skills. Call 814-878-2017 or email us now.
Download Independent Services Brochure (pdf)

Intensive Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Treatment*
Adults with concurrent substance abuse and mental illness benefit from this comprehensive treatment program. Call 814-337-8762 to learn more or email us now.

Mobile Crisis Services
Crawford County residents in mental health crisis may visit the Meadville office during regular business hours or email us now. For immediate, 24-hour intervention, call 814-724-2732.

Outpatient Mental Health*
Adults with mental illness living in Erie and Crawford counties obtain outpatient services including psychiatric consultation, medication monitoring and therapy. In Erie County, call 814-454-5686 or email us now. In Crawford County, call 814-337-8762 or email us now.
Download Outpatient Program Brochure (pdf)

Personal Care Home*
Persons with mental health care needs receive therapeutic support as well as recreational and social opportunities in this 24-hour supervised state-licensed facility. Call 814-878-2169 or email us now.

StellarSellers8
A client-run business in which members sell items on eBay and in the group-operated Nook & Cranny Gift Shop located at 2906 State Street in Erie. For details, call 814-878-2133 or email us now.

STEP* (Supportive Transitional Extension Program)
A joint project with the Erie County Office of Drug & Alcohol Abuse, STEP provides transitional housing and support to persons “stepping out” of substance abuse and the criminal justice system. Call 814-878-2132 or email us now.

Targeted Case Management*
Adults with mental illness receive help coordinating and accessing community resources and support programs. Call 814-878-3400 or email us now.

Vocational Training & Job Placement*
Qualified persons who desire to work receive training in interpersonal skills; help securing employment or volunteer opportunities, and assistance with workplace dynamics. Call 814-878-2070 to learn if you are eligible or email us now.

Youth in Transition*
Men, age 18-21, transitioning from the adolescent mental health system to the adult community receive life skills training and resource coordination in this residential support program. Call 814-878-2073 or email us now.

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OUTREACH

Center for Recovery Oriented Collaborative
Pennsylvania-based behavioral health organizations benefit from consulting services in the areas of system change, mental health recovery, arts and wellness, and Fairweather Lodge and housing initiatives. For more information, call 814-878-2170 or email us now.

Dental Clinic
A collaboration with Community Heath Net and Saint Vincent Health System, mental health consumers and underinsured dental patients receive dental services five days a week. Call 814-454-4028 for an appointment or email us now.

Fresh Start Gourmet Coffee Shop
Located at 2909 State Street in Erie, this client-run business offers fine beverages, gourmet gifts and corporate catering service. Call 814-454-2619 for hours and specials or email us now.

HIPAA, Confidentiality & Health Care Compliance Training
These in-depth training sessions equip heath care and human resources professionals with the tools needed to establish a credible compliance program. For details, call 814-878-2177 or email us now.

New Opportunities Employee Assistance Program
The EAP is a benefit for companies, their employees and members of their households providing quick, confidential access to behavioral health services. For more information click here or call 814-878-2126 or email us now.

Opportunities Unlimited of Erie
This affirmative business of Stairways provides clients with meaningful work while offering quality, affordable cleaning and maintenance services to business owners and residents. Call 814-392-8009 to schedule a quote or email us now.

Speakers Bureau
Stairways provides speakers and workshops for community groups and special events on a variety of topics related to health and wellness. Call 814-878-4195 for details or email us now.

Supported Employment
Employers interested in positively impacting the mental health community enjoy vast financial and workforce benefits when hiring qualified Stairways’ clients. Call 814-878-2070 to learn more or email us now.

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