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Grand Rapids mental health center cuts ER visits and jail transports

Original: Grand Rapids mental health center cuts ER visits, jail transports

A mental health center in Grand Rapids is reporting significant reductions in emergency room visits and jail transports, suggesting its programs are diverting people in crisis toward treatment instead of hospitals or the criminal justice system. The results are being highlighted by local business press as evidence the model is working.

Why now: Local leaders and health officials are closely watching community-based mental health programs that reduce pressure on emergency rooms and jails.

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• Grand Rapids mental health center cuts ER visits, jail transports · Crain's Grand Rapids Business

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