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Marion County Opens Expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center - 10/29/25

Oct. 29, 2025

Media Contact:  Kim Lippert, Kimberly.l.lippert@oha.oregon.gov, 971-323-3831 

Marion County opens expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center

SALEM, Ore. – Marion County Health & Human Services’ has opened a newly expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center, strengthening Oregon’s behavioral health system and expanding access to crisis care. 

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) contributed $2.9 million through House Bill 5030 to support the renovation and expansion of the facility at 1234 Commercial Street SE in Salem.  

"This new facility is a direct result of Oregon’s ongoing investment in building community-based behavioral health capacity," Governor Kotek said. "We are prioritizing infrastructure that meets people where they are, especially during moments of crisis. Marion County’s new center is a powerful example of how local communities and the state can work together to meet the needs of Oregonians."  

Local officials and behavioral health advocates gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 27 and toured the renovated space.

Five people standing in front of a building cutting a blue ribbon at the entrance with large scissors.

Marion County officials attend ribbon-cutting for newly expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center located at 1234 Commercial Street SE in Salem.

“Marion County’s Crisis Center has been a cornerstone of crisis care for decades, and OHA is proud to help expand its reach and impact for the next generation,” said Behavioral Health Division Director Ebony Clarke at OHA.  

For 30 years, the center — formerly known as the Psychiatric Crisis Center — has provided 24/7 crisis intervention, assessment and stabilization services to individuals and families, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. The name change to Behavioral Health Crisis Center reflects a more comprehensive approach, integrating behavioral health and substance use supports.

Crowd of people standing in front of a building watching a ribbon cut.

The new facility will offer more expanded capacity with added clinical space, updated technology and security improvements will help foster a calm, welcoming environment for those receiving care at the facility.

“We are beyond thrilled to have this new Crisis Center building coming online to expand services and be able to serve more individuals in their moment of need,” said Marion County Commissioner and Chairman Danielle Bethell. “Having this resource for our community is essential, and I want to see continued expansion and partnerships meeting these needs.”

The outside of a beige building with a sign that says Behavioral Health Crisis Center

The newly renovated and expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center will provide crisis assessment and stabilization services to individuals and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The facility located at 1234 Commercial Street SE in Salem is open to anyone in need of care regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

Through its Community Response Team (CRT) and Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT), Marion County extends these services beyond the building — meeting people in their homes, on the streets, or wherever crises occur. The mobile teams bring together behavioral health professionals, peer mentors and law enforcement partners to provide trauma-informed, on-site support and connections to care.

The Behavioral Health Crisis Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Individuals in crisis can call 503-585-4949 for immediate support.

Marion County Opens Expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center - 10/29/25

Oct. 29, 2025

Media Contact:  Kim Lippert, Kimberly.l.lippert@oha.oregon.gov, 971-323-3831 

Marion County opens expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center

SALEM, Ore. – Marion County Health & Human Services’ has opened a newly expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center, strengthening Oregon’s behavioral health system and expanding access to crisis care. 

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) contributed $2.9 million through House Bill 5030 to support the renovation and expansion of the facility at 1234 Commercial Street SE in Salem.  

"This new facility is a direct result of Oregon’s ongoing investment in building community-based behavioral health capacity," Governor Kotek said. "We are prioritizing infrastructure that meets people where they are, especially during moments of crisis. Marion County’s new center is a powerful example of how local communities and the state can work together to meet the needs of Oregonians."  

Local officials and behavioral health advocates gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 27 and toured the renovated space.

Five people standing in front of a building cutting a blue ribbon at the entrance with large scissors.

Marion County officials attend ribbon-cutting for newly expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center located at 1234 Commercial Street SE in Salem.

“Marion County’s Crisis Center has been a cornerstone of crisis care for decades, and OHA is proud to help expand its reach and impact for the next generation,” said Behavioral Health Division Director Ebony Clarke at OHA.  

For 30 years, the center — formerly known as the Psychiatric Crisis Center — has provided 24/7 crisis intervention, assessment and stabilization services to individuals and families, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. The name change to Behavioral Health Crisis Center reflects a more comprehensive approach, integrating behavioral health and substance use supports.

Crowd of people standing in front of a building watching a ribbon cut.

The new facility will offer more expanded capacity with added clinical space, updated technology and security improvements will help foster a calm, welcoming environment for those receiving care at the facility.

“We are beyond thrilled to have this new Crisis Center building coming online to expand services and be able to serve more individuals in their moment of need,” said Marion County Commissioner and Chairman Danielle Bethell. “Having this resource for our community is essential, and I want to see continued expansion and partnerships meeting these needs.”

The outside of a beige building with a sign that says Behavioral Health Crisis Center

The newly renovated and expanded Behavioral Health Crisis Center will provide crisis assessment and stabilization services to individuals and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The facility located at 1234 Commercial Street SE in Salem is open to anyone in need of care regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

Through its Community Response Team (CRT) and Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT), Marion County extends these services beyond the building — meeting people in their homes, on the streets, or wherever crises occur. The mobile teams bring together behavioral health professionals, peer mentors and law enforcement partners to provide trauma-informed, on-site support and connections to care.

The Behavioral Health Crisis Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Individuals in crisis can call 503-585-4949 for immediate support.