County authorizes application for state 'Impacts' grant to support crisis stabilization staffing The board authorized staff to apply for an Oregon Criminal Justice Commission 'Impacts' grant to fund crisis stabilization staffing and supports; staff said the program has previously funded after‑hours stabilization-center services and the county requested roughly a multimillion‑dollar award covering through Aug. 31, 2027.

Deschutes County is taking a bold step to enhance community crisis services by applying for a multimillion-dollar grant that could transform how we support those in need.

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Suffolk County Sheriff's Project Evolve transforms detention through community-based treatment Sheriffs prioritize mental health and rehabilitation in reformed correctional facilities for inmates.

Massachusetts is leading the charge in correctional reform by prioritizing mental health and community-based treatment over traditional detention methods.

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Kentucky updates regulations for alcohol and drug peer support specialists Kentucky enforces new licensing requirements for alcohol and drug peer support services.

Kentucky's new House Bill 580 could revolutionize addiction recovery by introducing trained peer support specialists, but will it meet the urgent demand for help?

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