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Johnson County co-responder program credited with more crisis responses, follow-ups since Merriam joined
Summary
Johnson County Mental Health staff briefed the council on co-responder activity in Merriam and the northeast partnership: call volumes and specialty follow-ups rose sharply between 2018 and 2024; council proclaimed National Co-Responder Week in recognition of the program.
MERRIAM, Kan. — Johnson County Mental Health staff told the council that the co-responder program’s work in Merriam and neighboring northeast cities has grown substantially and provides follow-up services after police contacts.
Jen Melby, team leader for Johnson County Mental Health, reviewed program history and recent activity during a presentation tied to a mayoral proclamation designating National Co-Responder Week…
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