Aurora Mental Health Crisis and Acute Care Center

The new building for Aurora Mental Health and Recovery (AMHR) will provide recovery and resilience for those in the community that are most vulnerable.

The Crisis and Acute Care Center at 1290 Potomac St. brings AMHR walk-in crisis services, crisis stabilization unit, Connect to Care same-day services, and detox program together under one roof on a comprehensive safety-net campus that includes affordable housing and a healthcare building. Designed with trauma-informed care in mind, the building offers natural light, views of nature, and calming elements like plants and artwork that contribute to a sense of calm and stress reduction.

Level one houses offices, patient intake and consult rooms and back-of-house utilities.
The second level is nearly all patient space with some offices throughout.
Level three is built to offer the staff respite with large interior and exterior staff break areas,
private offices, and a large conference room.

This project stands out for its commitment to quality, ensuring that every space meets
the rigorous standards required for behavioral health facilities. These spaces are
thoughtfully designed to minimize risks by preventing access to items that could be
used for self-harm or harm to others. As a result, the construction process demands
special attention to detail to reflect these specialized design requirements.