San Antonio’s Public Safety Committee met today to discuss the progress of its mental health outreach efforts through the S-A CORE initiative. The goal of the program is to provide better support for individuals facing mental health crises. Since its start, S-A CORE has made significant strides, one of which includes a decrease in arrests related to mental health incidents.
During the meeting, a detailed presentation was given that highlighted the areas in the city that have the highest number of mental health crisis calls. This information is crucial for the S-A CORE teams to ensure that they are covering these areas adequately. Currently, three teams have been established to provide comprehensive coverage of the city.
Starting next month, S-A CORE will be expanding its coverage to be available 24/7. This expansion will help ensure that individuals in crisis receive timely and effective support whenever they need it. By improving access to mental health services and increasing the availability of resources, S-A CORE is working towards creating a safer and more supportive community for all residents in San Antonio.
One of the major achievements of S-A CORE since its start has been a decrease in arrests related to mental health incidents. This has been accomplished through providing better support for individuals facing mental health crises.
The presentation given during the meeting highlighted areas in San Antonio with high numbers of mental health crisis calls. This information is critical for ensuring that S-A CORE teams cover these areas adequately.
Currently, there are three teams established under S-A CORE that provide comprehensive coverage across San Antonio.
Starting next month, S-A CORE will expand its coverage to be available 24/7, which will help ensure individuals in crisis receive timely and effective support whenever needed.
By expanding access to mental health services and increasing resource availability, S-A CORE aims to create a safer and more supportive community for all residents in San Antonio.