EPISODE · Jun 16, 2023 · 17 MIN
67: Now Receiving All Crises
from Critical Conversations · host Stacie Johnson
There is a massive societal shift happening in regards to assisting those needing mental health resources, from the traditional use of detainment as the only solution by police to now resolving situations with the use of immediate crisis intervention services. Community organizations are partnering to create new ways to help anyone who is struggling and seeking support, eliminate barriers in rural and underserved areas, and, ultimately, reduce the amount of mentally ill who end up in jail.Originally aired on May 31, 2023 on KPOV’s The Wednesday PointOur mission at KPOV is to strengthen community, the arts, local culture, and democracy through our independent, non-commercial radio portal. This is confidently supported by Critical Conversations, a special project developed to feature unique perspectives and the courage it takes to “go there,” challenging mundane thoughts and questioning the norm.Hear more at https://kpov.org/critical-conversationshttps://www.deschutes.org/health/page/crisis-serviceshttps://kpov.org/wednesday-point-podcast/KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org. KPOV offers locally produced programs and the most diverse music in Central Oregon.Listen live and learn more: www.kpov.orgConnect on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kpovbend
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There is a massive societal shift happening in regards to assisting those needing mental health resources, from the traditional use of detainment as the only solution by police to now resolving situations with the use of immediate crisis intervention services. Community organizations are partnering to create new ways to help anyone who is struggling and seeking support, eliminate barriers in rural and underserved areas, and, ultimately, reduce the amount of mentally ill who end up in jail. Originally aired on May 31, 2023 on KPOV’s The Wednesday Point Our mission at KPOV is to strengthen community, the arts, local culture, and democracy through our independent, non-commercial radio portal. This is confidently supported by Critical Conversations, a special project developed to feature unique perspectives and the courage it takes to “go there,” challenging mundane thoughts and questioning the norm. Hear more at https://kpov.org/critical-conversations https://www.deschutes.org/health/page/crisis-services https://kpov.org/wednesday-point-podcast/ KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org. KPOV offers locally produced programs and the most diverse music in Central Oregon. Listen live and learn more: www.kpov.org Connect on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kpovbend
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67: Now Receiving All Crises
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