Grassroots Crisis Intervention
Columbia, MD
Est. 1969 1 care level
(833) 567-5838
Free · Confidential · 24/7
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.
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.
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.
Contact Information
Quick Facts
| Program | 30 day |
| Focus | This center treats substance u... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
Therapies & Methods
Treatment Philosophy
Evidence-Based
Individual Treatment
Trauma Informed
Conditions & Substances Treated
Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Opioids
Prescription Drugs
Cocaine
Heroin
Insurance Accepted
Grassroots Crisis Intervention works with 24 insurance providers.
Verify Your Insurance Coverage
Free verification · Know your costs before you commit
Frequently Asked Questions
Need Help Choosing the Right Center?
Our counselors are available 24/7 to help you find the right program.
(833) 567-5838Free · Confidential · No Obligation
Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA