Mobile Crisis Teams: Saving Lives in Montana
Bozeman News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · The Daily News Now!
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Mobile crisis teams, a growing alternative to police for mental health emergencies, are praised for reducing police time on such calls by nearly 80% and preventing unnecessary hospital trips. However, funding remains a significant challenge, with no steady source like taxpayer dollars for police. Montana, with only six units remaining after two recent shutdowns, is looking towards better Medicaid rates and new federally funded clinics for sustainability.
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