The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) and Charles County Health Department (CCHD) announce the launch of a new mobile crisis team serving St. Mary’s and Charles Counties. The mobile crisis team, operated by Affiliated Santé Group (Santé), will provide immediate support to individuals experiencing a behavioral health emergency. This expansion of crisis services will ensure that individuals in St. Mary’s and Charles counties have access to timely, effective support when it is most needed. To access Santé Southern Maryland Crisis Response, call or text 988. The mobile crisis team consists of a trained mental health professional and a peer support specialist who respond to individuals in crisis in their home or community. Currently, the mobile crisis team is available Monday through Friday from 8 AM to Midnight to provide in-person support to those in crisis. Santé’s experienced phone counselors are also available 24/7 to support the residents of St. Mary’s and Charles Counties. As Maryland’s largest crisis provider, Santé has provided crisis services in Maryland for over 25 years. Their team’s goal is to ensure people experiencing a behavioral health crisis receive an alternative response from individuals trained to meet their needs during emergencies. The mobile crisis team is […]
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