Walk-In Information (Open Access)
Lakes Region Mental Health Center now accepts walk-in intakes in our Laconia office: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 8:30 AM – 11:00AM
Note: Open Access will be closed the weeks of Christmas and New Years.
To be eligible, you must be 18 and older and live in one of the towns we serve in Region 3. A list of towns we serve, can be found in About Us. Not sure what region your town falls in? Consult this comprehensive list for all cities/towns in NH.
Appointments are first-come, first-served, and wait times fluctuate. Intakes take up to 2 hours to complete, and if we are full, you may be asked to return on the next open access day.o
Programs
Lakes Region Mental Health Center offers 24/7 emergency response services and an array of programs for adults, families, children & youth.
Acute Services
24/7 Emergency and Mobile Crisis Response Services available to anyone living within our service area
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Child & Family
Working collaboratively with schools, primary care providers and others to help a child reach their full potential
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Adult Services
Expert team of professionals trained to treat a variety of emotional and behavioral issues
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Integrative Housing & Supports
State-funded housing programs and resources for homelessness
More infoNucar Lakes Region 5K for Mental Health
Registration for the Second Annual Nucar Lakes Region 5K for Mental Health is live. Registrants who register between now and January, 31st 2026 will lock in the early registration discount of $25pp.
Support our Work
Your gift helps Lakes Region Mental Health Center provide critical services that thousands of Lakes Region residents rely upon each and every day. Learn about donating by mail or placing a tribute or bequest here.
Events
2026 Nucar 5K for Mental Health
The month of May is recognized nationally as Mental Health Awareness Month. This regional event raises awareness during Mental Health Awareness month and supports services provided by Lakes Region Mental
Staff Town Hall
On Friday, December 5th, we took some time to gather our staff for a town hall meeting. It was a rare chance to be together as a community and network
Helen Holbrook Award Winner
Carmen Lorentz is this year’s Helen Holbrook award winner. Carmen pivoted to local community and economic development after being appointed by Governor Hassan as Director of the Division of Economic
Dr. Pete Harris Award Winner
Corey Gately, MLADC, SAP, is this year’s Dr. Pete Harris Community Award Winner. She is the Director of Substance Use Services at Concord Hospital and The Doorway in Laconia, as
Frequently Asked Questions
In the event of an emergency, please call 833-710-6477 or 988 for access to care 24/7.
If you would like to schedule an appointment, call 603-524-1100 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM weekdays. In order to schedule an appointment, a staff member will gather necessary information from you in order to schedule an intake assessment. If you are calling for an adult friend or family member, please have them present so a staff member can talk with them. There may be a waiting period for services depending on clinician availability. Please be assured that we will do our best to schedule you for an appointment as soon as possible.
Lakes Region Mental Health Center accepts most major medical insurances, Medicaid, Medicare, Healthlink and Community Care. Co-pays are expected at the time of service. Rates vary. A Customer Service Representative will be able to discuss this with you.
We use Healthlink and Community Care to assess a discounted rate to our patients without health insurance. To qualify for the discount, you must be open and active in the Healthlink or Community Care programs. If you are not eligible for a discounted rate, a specialist will work with you to develop a plan.
We adhere to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy and security practices. Learn more about Your Rights Under HIPAA. We are not able to share information about an individual unless he/she has signed a release form authorizing us to speak with a third party about their treatment.
Please click the link below to find the community mental health center serving your region:
