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The time spent with repeat callers on a case management
and follow up basis has led to progress in obtaining more
appropriate services for those with behavioral health HEART
challenges. There are times when those who need services 250 233 234
have been reluctant to reach out for help. Many more are
contacting BHLEU instead of calling 911. 200
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The field of behavioral health threat assessment and 100 104
mitigation has shown to be a need for the department. The 34 43
unit has distributed Behavioral Health Update Cards on 3 50
individuals this quarter and updated 2 others that surfaced -
again in Arlington. Two members of the unit received their 1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr
Master Trainer Certification on Behavioral Health Threat
Assessment. Training to begin for the department next Contacts Camps
quarter.
Response to calls for service and follow up visits have led
to people getting the assistance needed and a lowered the
risk of negative outcomes due to a behavioral health
challenge. APD continues to collaborate with the MHMR
Tarrant Law Liaison Program.
The investigative section of BHLEU continues to identify
crimes against the disabled and elderly in Community
Living Homes. Connections have been made with other
police departments as there are homes located in other
jurisdictions. Training for city employees, detectives, and
other officers planned for next quarter.
HEART has moved towards the establishment of
community events – Heartfelt Monday and office hours –
locations in the city to maximize access to resources. They
continue their partnership with DRC and City of Arlington
Housing to address those in need obtain and stay in
housing.
Committee involvement continues to include a regional
behavioral health threat assessment team, TCHC, and a
committee though the Attorney General’s Office related to
Community Living Homes.
Several officers and professional staff were commended
throughout this quarter both internally and externally.
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