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Blaine County Launches Crisis Co-Response Team | Boise News
Blaine County is launching its Crisis Co-Response Team July 27th — a groundbreaking pilot pairing sheriffs with mental health clinicians to handle behavioral health emergencies with compassion and expertise. This 40-hour-a-week initiative, funded by TogetherWe and the St. Luke’s Wood River Foundation, aims to de-escalate crises and connect individuals with care — not handcuffs. Sheriff Morgan Ballis calls it a vital step toward smarter, kinder responses. Public kickoff event: July 27 at 10 AM in Hailey. For true emergencies, still call 9-1-1. For mental health or suicide crises, text or call…
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