The Alternate Crisis Response Program in Raleigh is making progress, and the city has been conducting listening sessions and gathering feedback for several months to develop it. The program’s team will include social workers, peer support specialists, EMS personnel, and police officers who will work together to respond to specific 911 calls. Their focus will be on providing de-escalation techniques and immediate assistance in emergency situations.

One advocate for mental health patients, Dorine Martin, supports the creation of this program. With decades of experience in the field, Martin believes that increasing services and reducing the stigma around mental health care will help communities become healthier. She eagerly awaits the April update to the city council regarding the program’s progress.

The goal of the Alternate Crisis Response Program is to improve the 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 this unique initiative, visit the link provided.