Operate SCOUT Co-Responder Crisis Program
Description
Pilot the SCOUT program – a co-responder model that sends crisis-trained individuals (APD police officer, AFD paramedic, and mental health clinician) to non-violent calls involving a mental health concern.
Why is This Important
Not every crisis call needs the same response. SCOUT ensures that people experiencing a mental health emergency get the right care from a qualified team, connecting them to support services and reducing unnecessary emergency room visits.
Initiative Wins
Completed a successful one-year pilot from March 2024 to March 2025 in partnership with the ADM Board and Portage Path Behavioral Health.
Transitioned SCOUT from a pilot to a permanent program in March 2025, with expanded hours to include Saturdays and weekday evenings.
Impact Spotlight
What We’ve Done This Quarter
Reached the 1-year mark in operating SCOUT as a permanent, expanded program.
What We’re Working on Next Quarter
Maintaining the program and continuously reviewing outcomes data to inform future improvements.