What is Care About Me?
Dealing with mental health challenges, substance use, and addiction treatment can be incredibly overwhelming. From navigating local resources to deciphering insurance coverage and finding the right providers, getting care can be a fairly complex journey. But it doesn’t stop there. What if the behavioral health care provider you chose isn’t the perfect match for you? It’s back to square one, and the process begins again.
In fact, according to the National Library of Medicine, a third of individuals who seek therapy do not return within 45 days. These critical days can significantly impact one’s personal growth. Whether it’s due to distrust of their chosen provider, difficulty expressing their feelings, or the lack of support outside of therapy, many individuals halt their search at this point, feeling incapable of finding the right help.
Now, picture having a dedicated and confidential access line at your fingertips to assist you in finding the perfect provider to meet your specific needs. That’s the magic of Care About Me. Our goal is to support individuals of all ages in Pinellas County by connecting them with essential mental health, substance use and addiction treatment services. Our platform simplifies the entire process, eliminating the frustration of endless searches for local providers. We offer a secure environment where residents and their families can directly reach out to experienced behavioral health specialists. These specialists will expertly evaluate your requirements and promptly arrange an appointment with a local provider.
The process is easy! To help, we listed the steps in the video below.
To recap:
- Contact Care About Me:
Connect with a Care About Me specialist in a way that suits you best — whether it’s through a call, text, online form or live chat, we’re ready to help! We are committed to providing each resident with a personalized and tailored experience when seeking assistance. - Speak with a Caring Specialist:
Our team of compassionate clinicians are committed to addressing every single call with care. Furthermore, our specialists are ready to engage with translators fluent in over 170 languages, guaranteeing that everyone in need can access care, regardless of the language they speak. Our mission is to make quality care accessible to all, breaking down language barriers for good. - Make an Appointment:
At Care About Me, we handle the scheduling process for your first visit, so you can simply focus on showing up. Through our secure platform, our specialists efficiently manage electronic referrals, track progress and guarantee that residents receive timely and impactful assistance, along with ongoing support when necessary.
At Care About Me, we’ve teamed up with top-tier behavioral health providers who are dedicated to providing a wide range of services. Every provider specializes in serving the diverse community of Pinellas County, including the BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and all underserved populations. Our carefully selected providers offer comprehensive services at all levels of care, including:
- Supportive Services
- Therapy
- Detox
- Medication Management
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Psychiatric Services
- & More
Our providers cater to individuals of all ages and accept various forms of insurance, including private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare. We also offer sliding scale or pro bono services to ensure everyone has access to quality care.
Funded by Pinellas County and powered by Unite Us, our mission is to make a positive impact on the lives in our local community. We are dedicated to providing accessible and effective behavioral health services to those in need. Finding the right support for mental health, substance use or addiction treatment should not be overwhelming. If you or someone you know is struggling, we are here to help. Reach out to our compassionate Care About Me specialists. Call or text “CARE” to 1-888-431-1998, or visit our website at careaboutme.org/residents. Your well-being is our priority.
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Care About Me is not a crisis line. If you or someone you know is facing a mental health emergency, please call 911. For those dealing with thoughts of self-harm or in need of emotional support, please reach out to the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline.
