Business Details
49 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health & Community Support Services in Sacramento
Founded in 1977, El Hogar Community Services has dedicated over four decades to addressing mental health, homelessness, and senior care needs in Sacramento. Originally established to serve the Latino community, we now provide culturally competent services in eight languages, reflecting our commitment to inclusivity. Our CARF-accredited programs employ evidence-based practices, including recovery-oriented models and community partnerships, to empower individuals facing behavioral health challenges. With specialized initiatives like the Sierra Elder Wellness Program and Community Justice Support Program, we serve diverse populations across multiple locations. Our multidisciplinary teams combine clinical expertise with lived experience to create personalized treatment plans that prioritize client autonomy. Through programs like SeniorLink and P.E.A.R.L.S., we address social isolation and depression in older adults while maintaining fiscal transparency and operational integrity.Recognized for three consecutive CARF accreditations, we uphold rigorous quality standards even during unprecedented challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. Our mission-driven approach balances professional growth with compassionate service delivery, ensuring accessibility to those most in need. As a 501(c)3 organization, we maintain strict compliance with ethical guidelines while maximizing community impact through strategic resource allocation.
Services
C.O.R.E Program
Community Justice Support
Senior Wellness Services
Homeless Outreach
Mental Health Clinics
Substance Abuse Treatment
Depression Management
Cultural Competency Training
Behavioral Health Services
Prevention Programs
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- CARF-accredited for three consecutive terms demonstrating service excellence
- Multilingual staff serving eight different language communities
- Specialized programs for seniors, justice-involved individuals, and homeless populations
- Recovery-oriented approach since our founding in 1977
- Community partnerships enhancing service accessibility across Sacramento region
Associations and certifications
- CARF
Services
C.O.R.E Program
Our C.O.R.E Program provides comprehensive behavioral health services for adults with mental health and substance abuse challenges. Using a strengths-based approach, we help clients develop personalized recovery plans through outpatient clinics in Sacramento and Citrus Heights. This program combines clinical treatment with community support to promote long-term wellness and self-sufficiency.
Community Justice Support Program
This Full Service Partnership connects justice-involved individuals with serious mental illness to coordinated care. Our Multi System Team model facilitates interagency collaboration, ensuring participants receive housing support, clinical treatment, and community reintegration services tailored to their specific needs and circumstances.
Sierra Elder Wellness Program
Specialized outpatient mental health services for adults aged 55+ address age-specific behavioral health challenges. The program combines traditional therapy with community engagement strategies to improve quality of life for older adults facing mental health issues in Sacramento's senior population.
SeniorLink Program
This prevention program targets social isolation and early mental health symptoms in older adults. Through community-based interventions and home visits, SeniorLink provides no-cost support services that help seniors maintain independence while addressing depression and anxiety symptoms proactively.
P.E.A.R.L.S. Program
Our P.E.A.R.L.S. initiative offers home-based depression management for seniors through 6-8 sessions over 4-5 months. This evidence-based program teaches practical coping skills to improve mood and daily functioning while emphasizing client empowerment and personal goal setting.
Questions
What populations does El Hogar serve?
We specialize in mental health services for diverse communities including seniors, homeless individuals, justice-involved persons, and multilingual populations across Sacramento County.
Are your services free or low-cost?
Many programs offer no-cost services, particularly for seniors through SeniorLink and P.E.A.R.L.S., with sliding scale options available based on individual circumstances.
Do you offer multilingual support?
Yes, we provide services in eight languages: Chinese, English, Arabic, Hmong, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Farsi through trained interpreters and bilingual staff.
How can I access your programs?
Contact our administrative office at 916.441.0226 or visit one of our six regional locations in Sacramento and Citrus Heights to connect with program specialists.
Is El Hogar accredited?
We maintain CARF accreditation for our community mental health programs, having received three consecutive three-year accreditations since our initial recognition in 2014.
Can I volunteer or donate?
Yes, we welcome both volunteers and donations. Visit our website's 'Donate' section to contribute or contact us directly to explore volunteer opportunities with our programs.
