VA Police Partner With Mental Illness Experts To Change Their Response

The video discusses the challenges police face in handling mental health crises, highlighting the need for specialized responses like co-responder units and the Marcus Alert system. It emphasizes the importance of mental health professionals in crisis situations and the use of tools like Smart 911. The video also addresses systemic issues such as bed shortages and the criminalization of mental illness, advocating for better funding and proactive measures.

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