The EMS community is increasingly tasked with responding to behavioral health emergencies. The 988 suicide and crisis lifeline and the emergence of dedicated behavioral health response teams have enhanced support for those in crisis, but also present unique challenges in building impactful, sustainable collaborations.
Hosted by Coalition Psychiatric Emergencies, APHA Medical Care Section, National Association of EMS Physicians and American College of Emergency Physicians, join your EMS colleagues for this important virtual symposium to help your EMS agency prepare for behavioral health emergencies.
Responding to Behavioral Health Emergencies
August 2, 2024
10 am – 4 pm ET
This free symposium will examine the call, the response and the destination for behavioral health emergencies and explore lessons learned regarding 988 and dedicated behavioral health response teams.
Key Topics Include:
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Learn how it supports those in crisis, including what help is available and how the EMS community can promote 988 for accessing care.
Behavioral Health Response Teams: Discover their success factors and differences from traditional EMS responses.
De-escalation Techniques: Understand the process of managing behavioral health crises and removing individuals from the scene.
Emergency Room Treatment: Explore treatment options, barriers to care, and assessments for ER versus dedicated behavioral health facilities.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to help your agency prepare for behavioral health emergencies.
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