New Sacramento sheriff policy will change how others respond to emergency mental health calls
The sheriff’s change in policy is the result of a federal appeals court ruling in July. The appellate decision meant that two ...
Families fear new Sacramento sheriff's office policy on non-criminal mental health calls
The new sheriff's office policy has drawn concern that vulnerable individuals will be left without critical support.
Sacramento sheriff explains new policy to turn away certain calls for help
The County Sheriff's Office is now turning away some calls for help, and mental health advocates and even firefighters are ...
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Families fear new Sacramento sheriff’s office policy on non-criminal mental health calls
On Tuesday, Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper spoke publicly for the first time since the new ... who would respond to the non-criminal mental health calls that helped de-escalate the situation.
Sacramento County sheriff's deputies will no longer respond to non-criminal mental health emergencies
The decision follows a recent ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, which found police use of force in such situations unconstitutional.
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California Department of Health Care Services and BrightLife Kids Launch Heartfelt Valentine’s Day Campaign to Inspire Self-Love and Emotional Well-Being in Elementary Schools
BrightLife Kids, a free mental health and wellness platform for children and families backed by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHC ...
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Stanislaus County CARE Court | Newly Elected Sacramento County Supervisor Rosario Rodriguez | Running Club ‘Black Girls Run It’
A check on Stanislaus County’s CARE Court system. Also, newly elected Sacramento County District 4 Supervisor Rosario ...