St. Pete police see decrease in suicides since launching mental health program

Most of us have experienced seeing someone in mental distress. The situation can feel chaotic, emotional and stressful. Mental health experts say most times, someone experiencing a mental crisis needs a listening ear and the opportunity to talk through the emotions. Knowing the need was great, St. Petersburg Police launched the CALL (Community Assistance and Life Liaison) program in February of 2021. Through a partnership with Gulf Coast JFCS, mental health specialists respond to non-violent, non-criminal calls within the city of St. Petersburg. Instead of police officers showing up, two counselors respond to the scene dressed in jeans and driving their personal vehicles. MORE: https://bit.ly/3Mznl7L ►Subscribe: https://on.wtsp.com/youtube ►Website: https://www.wtsp.com/ ►Facebook:   / 10tampabay   ►Twitter:   / 10tampabay