Community Research Foundation IMPACT

San Diego, CA 92113

Est. 1977 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About Community Research Foundation IMPACT

The Community Research Foundation's IMPACT program, located in San Diego's Linda Vista neighborhood, offers intensive mobile behavioral health and supportive housing services to adults aged 18-59 experiencing serious mental illness and homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Implementing the evidence-based Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model, the program offers services including psychiatric care, medication management, substance use treatment, nursing, psychosocial rehabilitation, housing assistance, benefits coordination, and support with daily living activities.
IMPACT delivers over 75% of services directly in the community, helping ensure accessibility and immediate support. Notably, all clients are provided housing within the first week of enrollment, addressing a critical need promptly. Funded by the County of San Diego's Behavioral Health Services, IMPACT accepts Medi-Cal beneficiaries, Medi-Cal eligible individuals, Medicare recipients, and the uninsured, ensuring that no one is denied services based on inability to pay.

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential
Residential treatment center (RTC) for adults
Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Aripiprazole Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Psychiatric emergency onsite services
Private non-profit organization
Medicare Medicaid
Seniors or older adults Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
Mentoring/peer support
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Seniors
Spanish Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Other languages (excluding Spanish)
Any Chinese Language Arabic Farsi Tagalog
Vaping not permitted
Psychosocial rehabilitation services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Community Research Foundation IMPACT

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 Relapse Prevention Counseling, typically 5 days.

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.

Contact Information

San Diego, CA, 92113

Quick Facts

Program5 days
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Insurance24 accepted

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Trauma Informed Medical

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Community Research Foundation IMPACT offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Relapse Prevention Counseling, Psychoeducation. 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 CA 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 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA
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