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cainemmd t1_irs3d81 wrote

Reply to comment by FootageFound in Mental health de-escalation hotline. by Blackulor

There are such programs in place that has mental health professionals arrive on scene with law enforcement. I recommend looking into them to spread awareness!

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the_falconator t1_irsmwo4 wrote

Providence has a system set up where Providence Center social workers ride with Providence Police officers in a patrol car, Providence Fire also has a mental health response car on during days. Either way you call 911, PD secures the scene, dispatch send the appropriate response.

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FootageFound t1_irs3tn6 wrote

Sooooooo you gonna post them, or just tell me they exist?

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nixiedust t1_irshme6 wrote

Hey, since you didn't get an answer, this kind of service varies on a local level. My local police force has social workers on staff. The nearest city to me (Boston) has a mental health crisis hotline (1-877-382-1609). In the U.S., I'd check your state's website for emergency numbers to keep on hand. You could also call the largest hospital in your area; they should be able to get you to mental health services. In a pinch, a lot of churches also have counselors on staff, who know the area and can connect you to resources. You don't have to be a believer to get assistance, a quick call the the church office might get you info.

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cainemmd t1_irs4848 wrote

No, I will not do the work for you. If you don’t want to research for yourself then that’s your prerogative. I made that post to make people aware, not hand-hold.

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FootageFound t1_irs5nbp wrote

Great job adding nothing to the discussion. I'm sure you do a lot of that.

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cainemmd t1_irs5rst wrote

You have a good day now. And good luck to you.

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myninerides t1_irtzqtc wrote

lmao, wants to help people with mental health problems, "won't do the work for you" on literally a post asking for exactly what you claim to know. You're full of shit.

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