Broome County Mental Health Department

The Broome County Mental Health Department of Binghamton, New York, oversees a range of mental health and substance abuse treatment services throughout the county. Through this Department you can connect to every level of addiction treatment, from harm reduction to residential care to multiple outpatient programs.

Substance use treatment programs are offered by county-approved partners, and you can contact those partners directly to get the care you need. There is also a Broome County Prevention Point Syringe Exchange program for harm reduction services and crisis support is provided through the Crisis Center.

The county can also connect you with court ordered evaluations if you’re involved with the justice system. Certain providers are approved to offer diversion services such as DUI classes, anger management training and domestic violence intervention.

If you need help with basic needs such as housing, food, clothing and other services, the County Mental Health Department can connect you to other county organizations that help provide those needs. You may also be able to get help with job skills training, job searching, and other vocational skills.

There are also involuntary mental health programs such as Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT). AOT is for adults who suffer from a mental illness and have a history of violent acts or threats along with non adherence with treatment. If they are a danger to themselves or others they can be put into AOT for treatment and safety.

Additionally, the Department can connect you to peer support providers, recovery support groups such as 12 step programs, and specialized programs for veterans, LGTBQ+ individuals and other specific populations. There are also county prevention programs to help young people choose not to use substances and services for those with intellectual or developmental disabilities.