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Forensic mental health workgroup reports 24 detainees awaiting transfer to state hospitals; staff cite safety concerns
Summary
The county’s forensic mental health workgroup reported 24 people awaiting transfer to state hospitals, described safety incidents and discussed possible presentations from hospitals and a youth mental-health resource map at future meetings.
The Baltimore County forensic mental health workgroup reported that 24 people are awaiting transfer to state hospitals, and members described safety and staffing challenges connected with lengthy waits.
Workgroup member Tanya (last name not provided in the transcript) said the count includes people who have been awaiting transfer and that delays have led to behavioral incidents in local detention settings. "We have 24 people awaiting transfer," she said. The group discussed an individual who recently exhibited aggressive behavior and had to be moved to a suicide-watch unit.
Members said they would follow up with the state and other partners to clarify timelines and capacity. The workgroup planned future presentations and resources to address current gaps; Tanya suggested inviting a hospital representative to explain hospital-side challenges and noted a VC Stat team resource map for youth mental-health services was in development.
Workgroup conversation also discussed success stories and re-entry supports; one presenter described a formerly incarcerated speaker who now runs a landscaping business and who had spoken with people in the county program to offer encouragement. The workgroup noted the need to balance hope and realism while addressing chronic cases requiring long-term care.
No specific deadlines or transfer timelines were reported during the meeting; Tanya said she would provide specific dates from her spreadsheet after returning to the office.
