AllOne Charities awarded $25,000 to support the Co-Responder Program, an innovative partnership between local law enforcement and mental health professionals that provides immediate, compassionate support to individuals experiencing mental health crises in Clinton County. By pairing trained mental health workers with police officers, the program helps de-escalate crises, conduct risk assessments, connect individuals with appropriate services, and reduce unnecessary arrests or hospitalizations. This collaborative approach recognizes that mental health emergencies require specialized responses and ensures people in crisis receive the care and support they need when it matters most.
The grant will help sustain a critical co-responder position that serves rural communities facing significant barriers to behavioral healthcare, including limited provider availability, transportation challenges, and long wait times for services. By bringing mental health expertise directly into crisis situations, the program improves outcomes for individuals and families while strengthening the capacity of first responders and law enforcement agencies. Through this investment, AllOne Charities is helping preserve a proven model that enhances public safety, expands access to behavioral health support, and builds a more responsive and compassionate system of care for Clinton County residents.
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