Riverwind provides mental health mobile crisis response, assessment, intervention and stabilization services for adults and children in Anoka County. Riverwind also offers short-term, mental health crisis residential services to adults who live in Anoka County. Riverwind has a 24-hour hotline for mental health resources, referral, and crisis assistance. We are a community-based service, where staff and service recipients work together to avoid repeating crisis situations and hospitalization.
Who we serve
We serve adults and children of any age who are experiencing symptoms due to mental health crisis. People who are actively suicidal or homicidal, who need detox services, or who are in current danger because of a domestic abuse situation, should be referred to a more protective setting.
The goals we set
At Riverwind, our goal is to help individuals deal with immediate mental health needs and formulate plans to prepare to meet future needs. We measure success by the long-term effectiveness of helping those with mental illness learn new coping skills, recognize symptoms earlier, and avoid future needs for immediate interventions.
Services we provide
Riverwind provides mobile response services that reach out to people where they are, and on-site services for adults needing crisis or stabilization residential treatment. Length of services can range from brief, to immediate intervention and stabilization services, to extensive therapeutic community contact, or residential stays of three to ten days. Riverwind also provides a 24-hour, 7- days a week hotline for support, referral, and resource information.
About our location
Riverwind’s adult residential services are located in a welcoming four-bedroom home located in a residential neighborhood in Coon Rapids. Shopping and restaurants are located nearby, as are Mercy Hospital and two community mental health centers. Riverwind’s children and adult outreach crisis services are provided in the individual’s home or wherever they are in the community.
About the process
Riverwind accepts referrals and takes calls from any Anoka County resident or service provider. After some initial inquiries, trained practitioners will guide individuals or callers through the referral process, and help identify needs.
About our fees
Costs may be covered through Medical Assistance (MA). Anoka County has made county payment provisions for individuals who do not receive MA benefits. Some insurance policies cover these expenses, although co-pays may exist.
About our staff
The staff at Riverwind includes experienced Mental Health Practitioners and Professionals with Masters level training in psychology and social services. A clinically licensed Mental Health Professional, as well as a Mental Health Practitioner, are involved during the assessment and initial treatment plan development with each referral. A Registered Nurse also provides consultation as needed.
Hours of operation
Riverwind is open 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Assessment and intervention services are always available.
Licensing
Riverwind residential services are licensed as an Adult Foster Care (Rule 203) facility in Anoka County.
Affiliations
Member of the Minnesota Association of Community Mental Health Programs (MACMHP) as well as members of the US Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association (USPRA).
Contact Information
2708 119th Avenue NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Phone: 763-862-7944
Fax: 763-767-1077