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Clive Brings Mental Health Crisis Team In-House | Des Moines News
Clive is bringing its crisis intervention team in-house, turning a once-outsourced mental health responder role into a city employee position to ensure 24/7 availability and direct department control. This move addresses past gaps where external responders were pulled away to other communities, leaving Clive without immediate support during emergencies. With around 600 calls handled last year, each one demands deep care, and having a dedicated, local responder will build trust and improve access for those in crisis. City council has approved the plan, with the goal of filling the role by end…
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