Budget woes may delay opening of state-funded mental health centers

Funding concerns delay the rollout of New Jersey's mental health "crisis stabilization centers,” part of the broader 988 system.

By: Lilo H. Stainton

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: May 4, 2026

Words: 805

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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A month after state officials cut the ribbon on New Jersey’s first drop-in healthcare facility designed for people in mental health or addiction crisis, the center has yet to welcome patients, while funding concerns could delay the opening of additional sites.

New Jersey needs nearly $36 million more to fully fund, operate, and support the five planned regional “crisis stabilization centers,” facilities that are designed to be a less stressful, more effective …

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