Government of Pará guides where to seek mental health care through SUS
UBS, CAPS, and emergency services offer free support throughout the State; channel 188 is also available
On World Mental Health Day, celebrated on October 10, the Government of Pará, through the State Department of Public Health (Sespa), reinforces to the population that care for the mind must be continuous and accessible. Health units throughout the State are prepared to offer support and free care to those facing psychological suffering, anxiety, or other emotional demands.
The State Secretary of Public Health, Ivete Vaz, highlighted the importance of paying attention to the signals from the mind. “This date requires reflection so that we can pay more attention to the warnings from our mind that can resonate throughout the body. Recognizing the importance of mental health, challenging any stigma associated with the topic, and seeking support when necessary is essential for effectively dealing with these issues,” she stated.
Care close to home, without judgment
The mental health care network in Pará follows the community and territorial model outlined in the National Policy on Mental Health, Alcohol, and Other Drugs. Sespa's actions aim to break with the hospital-centric model, ensuring care close to the family, in the territory where the person lives.
According to Ana Paula Reis, director of Integral Health Care Policies at Sespa, respectful and non-judgmental support is essential for care. “Attentive and qualified listening, with understanding and empathy, prevents the worsening of suffering and allows the mental health professional to provide the necessary support for each case,” she explained.
The population can seek the Basic Health Units (UBS) and the 87 Psychosocial Care Centers (CAPS) distributed throughout the State. In these locations, the entry point is support, with a specialized team to guide and refer the user according to their needs.
Crises: know where to go
In more severe cases or emotional crises, care can be provided by:
Samu – 192 (mobile emergency)
24h UPAs (Emergency Care Units)
Psychiatric emergency service at the Gaspar Vianna Clinical Hospital in Belém
24h emotional support by phone 188
Even those who cannot initially seek a health service directly can find emotional support through the Life Valuation Center (CVV), a SUS partner. The service is free, confidential, and available by phone 188, 24 hours a day.
CAPS managed by Sespa in Belém
The capital of Pará has five units directly managed by Sespa, in addition to various municipal CAPS installed in the 13 Health Regions:
CAPS Amazônia
📍 Passagem Dalva, 377 – Marambaia
📞 (91) 97400-7611
✉️ [email protected]
CAPS Marajoara
📍 Conj. Gleba I, WE 2 PSG C2, nº 30 – Marambaia
📞 (91) 97400-6728
✉️ [email protected]
CAPS Icoaraci
📍 Rua 15 de Agosto, 845 – Near Líder supermarket
📞 (91) 97400-7705
✉️ [email protected]
CAPS Renascer
📍 Trav. Mauriti, 2179 – Between Av. Duque de Caxias and Visconde de Inhaúma
📞 (91) 97400-6695
✉️ [email protected]
CAPS Grão Pará
📍 Rua dos Tamoios, 1840 – Between Av. Roberto Camelier and Trav. Tupinambás
📞 (91) 97400-2488
📌 Service – Where to seek help in mental health
For support and psychological care:
Seek the UBS or CAPS closest to your home.
🚨 If you are in crisis or a serious situation:
Call Samu 192, go to a 24h UPA, or seek emergency care at the Gaspar Vianna Clinical Hospital in Belém.
📞 Emotional support by phone:
Call CVV – 188, 24 hours a day, with confidential and humanized care.
🌐 More information about the public mental health network:
Access Sespa's channels or inquire at your municipality's health unit.
