The Alternate Crisis Response Program in Raleigh is making steady progress, with the city conducting listening sessions and gathering feedback from the community for months. The program would involve social workers, peer support specialists, EMS personnel, and police officers working together to respond to specific 911 calls. Their main focus would be on providing de-escalation techniques and immediate assistance in emergency situations.
Dorine Martin, an advocate for mental health patients with decades of experience in the field, strongly supports the creation of this program. She believes that by increasing services and reducing stigma around mental health care, communities can become healthier. Martin eagerly awaits the April update to the city council on the program’s progress.
The goal of the Alternate Crisis Response Program is to improve overall response to crises in the community by providing specialized care and support. By implementing this program, Raleigh aims to create a more effective and compassionate response to emergency situations involving mental health crises. For more information on the program, visit the link provided.
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