Tag: mental_health_crisis
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Ohio's 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Tops One Million Contacts Since 2022 Launch
Specialists now handle more than 30,000 contacts a month through an in-state network of contact centers serving all 88 counties.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationTransportationSocial IssuesMedical Science 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineMike DeWineOhioElectra AeroSpringfieldOhio Tax Credit AuthorityRegional Education PartnershipsOhio Governors OfficeOhio Department of Behavioral HealthMobile Response and Stabilization Servicesmental health crisis
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Mayor Bass to Issue Directive on LAPD Mental Health Crisis Response After Tragic Deaths
Mayor Karen Bass announced an Executive Directive following LAPD video releases, addressing officer-involved deaths and injuries during mental health crises. The directive seeks independent evaluation, policy improvements, and expanded civilian crisis response to reduce law enforcement's role.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesMedical Science Karen BassLAPDMental Health CrisisOfficer-Involved ShootingIn-Custody DeathExecutive DirectiveLos AngelesLA Mayors Office