Expected to Open Spring 2027
Immediate access crisis care coming to McKean County
The Guidance Center’s 24/7 Walk-In Center will bring round-the-clock support to McKean County and surrounding communities. Developed in collaboration with McKean County DHS, the state-of-the-art center will offer essential resources for individuals facing mental health or substance use crises, including walk-in care, immediate stabilization services, and connections to ongoing community care.
Supporting Our Community Since 1984
At The Guidance Center, we connect, support, and guide individuals and families through accessible, person-centered care that builds resilience and improves well-being across McKean County and surrounding areas.
CARE AROUND THE CLOCK
24/7 Crisis Care For Our Community
Connected to The Guidance Center’s main office on Campus Drive, the Walk-In Center provides 24/7 mental health and substance use crisis care. Individuals can receive assessment, stabilization, and support in a safe, welcoming environment for up to 23 hours and 59 minutes, helping them avoid unnecessary emergency room visits and connect to ongoing care. Regardless of insurance or financial status, every person receives compassionate, person-centered support and connections to community resources.
The Walk-In Center will incorporate the Living Room Model, providing a welcoming alternative to emergency departments and psychiatric hospitals. Designed to resemble a real living room with soft lighting, comfortable furniture, and a home-like atmosphere, the space will offer immediate support for those facing emotional distress.
FULLY STAFFED WITH:
Psychiatrist
Master's Level Clinician
Nurse
Support Staff
SERVICES OFFERED
24/7 Crisis Care, 365 Days a Year
Provides immediate mental health and substance use crisis support for individuals ages 14 and older, regardless of insurance or financial circumstances.
Safe Supportive Care
With 8 beds available, our center provides a welcoming environment focused on stabilization, recovery, and connection to community-based services.
Substance Use Support Services
The Crisis Center offers monitored detoxification and recovery support for individuals experiencing substance use-related crises.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Behavioral Health Walk-In Center?
Provides immediate mental health and substance use crisis support for individuals ages 14 and older, regardless of insurance or financial circumstances.
Which Communities Will the Center Serve?
The Crisis Walk-in Center will serve Bradford and surrounding communities throughout McKean County and the Northwestern Pennsylvania region, ensuring local access to critical behavioral health services.
Expected to Open Spring 2027
Immediate access crisis care coming to McKean County
The Guidance Center’s 24/7 Walk-In Center will bring round-the-clock support to McKean County and surrounding communities. Developed in collaboration with McKean County DHS, the state-of-the-art center will offer essential resources for individuals facing mental health or substance use crises, including walk-in care, immediate stabilization services, and connections to ongoing community care.
Supporting Our Community Since 1984
At The Guidance Center, we connect, support, and guide individuals and families through accessible, person-centered care that builds resilience and improves well-being across McKean County and surrounding areas.
Walk-In Center
110 Campus Drive
Bradford, PA 16701
24/7 Crisis Care For Our Community
Connected to The Guidance Center’s main office on Campus Drive, the Walk-In Center provides 24/7 mental health and substance use crisis care. Individuals can receive assessment, stabilization, and support in a safe, welcoming environment for up to 23 hours and 59 minutes, helping them avoid unnecessary emergency room visits and connect to ongoing care. Regardless of insurance or financial status, every person receives compassionate, person-centered support and connections to community resources.
The Walk-In Center will incorporate the Living Room Model, providing a welcoming alternative to emergency departments and psychiatric hospitals. Designed to resemble a real living room with soft lighting, comfortable furniture, and a home-like atmosphere, the space will offer immediate support for those facing emotional distress.
CARE AROUND THE CLOCK
FULLY STAFFED WITH:
Psychiatrist
Master's Level Clinician
Nurse
Support Staff
SERVICES OFFERED
24/7 Crisis Care, 365 Days a Year
Provides immediate mental health and substance use crisis support for individuals ages 14 and older, regardless of insurance or financial circumstances.
Safe Supportive Care
With 8 beds available, our center provides a welcoming environment focused on stabilization, recovery, and connection to community-based services.
Substance Use Support Services
The Crisis Center offers monitored detoxification and recovery support for individuals experiencing substance use-related crises.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Behavioral Health Walk-In Center?
Provides immediate mental health and substance use support for individuals ages 14 and older, regardless of insurance or financial circumstances.
Which Communities Will the Center Serve?
The Crisis Walk-in Center will serve Bradford and surrounding communities throughout McKean County and the Northwestern Pennsylvania region, ensuring local access to critical behavioral health services.