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County directs staff to work with community group on 12‑month dementia public‑safety hub pilot
Summary
Commissioners directed staff to work with proposers of a 12‑month Dementia Public Safety and Navigation Hub aimed at coordinating first‑responder training, caregiver navigation and post‑incident follow‑up. Proposers and health professionals argued the visible county‑hosted pilot would reduce repeat emergency dispatches and improve outcomes for people with cognitive impairment.
The board directed staff March 3 to work with a community group proposing a 12‑month pilot "Dementia Public Safety and Navigation Hub" to better coordinate responses to dementia‑related incidents, support caregivers and train first responders.
Dr. Marcy McPherson, who presented the idea, said the hub would provide a visible county resource for families, a place to coordinate stabilization after qualifying…
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