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People USA outlines 24/7 crisis stabilization center model, cites diversion data and requests legislative engagement
Summary
People USA CEO Steve Michio and COO Kimberly Wing presented the county's planned 24/7 crisis support center, cited Dutchess County data showing hospital-day diversions and criminal justice cost avoidance, and asked the legislature for support and facility tours.
Steve Michio, CEO of People USA, and Kimberly Wing, the organization's chief operating officer, briefed the Ulster County Legislature on March 18, 2025 about the planned 24/7 Ulster County crisis stabilization (support) center.
Michio described People USA as a peer-run organization with services that include mobile crisis teams, law‑assisted diversion, respite housing and crisis stabilization centers. He said the model…
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