News-Miner opinion: So much of fire and police department time gets spent responding to emergencies involving residents and visitors with issues related to mental illness. The Daily News-Miner wishes to
SPONSORED: In Fairbanks, Anchorage, and now Mat-Su, Mobile Crisis Teams meet people in their homes and communities, transforming how Alaskans receive mental health care.
The mental health Mobile Crisis Team has been active for one year in Fairbanks. Last month was their busiest yet, after calls for the civilian mental health team increased through the summer and fall.
The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority has awarded $800,000 to Alaska Behavioral Health for the continued support of the Fairbanks Mobile Crisis Team.