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Commission hears Silver Hill assessment update and discusses outreach, funding and AARP livable‑community effort
Summary
Peter Campbell briefed the commission on Silver Hill’s assessment program, noting lower short‑term volumes this year, an inpatient rate of about 7.5%, and evolving funding from partner towns and foundations; commissioners discussed outreach, liaison roles and pursuing AARP recognition.
Peter Campbell delivered a high‑level update on the Silver Hill assessment program to the New Canaan Health and Human Services Commission, reporting changes in volume, staffing and funding and prompting discussion about outreach and next steps.
Program trends and clinical data: Campbell said the program changed its name from the “urgent assessment program” to the “assessment program” this year and added Westport as a participating town in June. Citing June–November figures, he said: “Last year, it was 44. This year, it's 25,” and explained most of last year’s higher numbers reflected a September–October surge tied to two local suicides. Campbell noted the program’s demographics are still weighted toward young people—about 56% of attendees…
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