About Bay Arenac Behavioral Health

We are your community mental health provider. Over 40 years ago legislation paved the way for community-based mental health services throughout America. Commonly known as P.L. 88-164, the legislation provided for the the construction of community mental health centers. The law authorized federal grants for construction of public or non profit community mental health centers. Required services included inpatient care, outpatient care, partial hospitalization emergency care and consultation and education. Prior to community mental health, people with mental illness or developmental disabilities were often shifted into psychiatric hospitals where they received custodial care.   

Today, Community Mental Health agencies including BABH provide a comprehensive range of mental health services and supports for people of all ages, including infant development, child and adult, and geriatric services.  Many services are home-based, while others are available at Arenac Center in Standish, the Behavioral Health Center in Bay City, or the Children's Services location on 5th Street in Bay City. 

If you have questions, please call: 1-800-448-5498. In an emergency, call: 1-800-327-4693. 

 

 

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Bay Arenac Community Mental Health
201 Mulholland · Bay City, Michigan 48708
Ph: (989) 895-2300