Peer Wellness Center

The County of Fresno, on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Health, is seeking a vendor to operate a Peer Wellness Center that provides prevention, wellness, and recovery-focused activities for individuals who may be trauma-exposed, experiencing serious psychiatric illness, or living with a mental illness. The center will engage individuals from unserved or underserved cultural populations and provide services such as socialization, independent living skills, and vocational readiness. The contract is funded by the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Prevention and Early Intervention funds. Kings View Behavioral Health was awarded the contract due to their experience and knowledge of operating a Peer Wellness Center, their ability to provide culturally competent services, and their commitment to providing linkage and treatment to members. Some key features of the contract include: • The Peer Wellness Center will provide a range of services, including socialization, independent living skills, and vocational readiness. • The center will be fully funded by MHSA Prevention and Early Intervention funds. • Kings View Behavioral Health has extensive experience providing community-based services and is a certified Medi-Cal provider. • The contract has a thorough evaluation process, which includes a review of the vendor's proposal, experience, and qualifications.