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LA County Doubles Crisis Teams, Aims for 30-Minute Response

2/11/2025

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Los Angeles County has made significant strides in mental health support, boosting its crisis teams from 30 to over 70 in just four years, slashing response times from six hours to two. Yet, with 40 positions still vacant, county supervisors are actively seeking innovative incentives to attract and keep talent, striving for an ambitious 30-minute response goal.

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Los Angeles County has made significant strides in mental health support, boosting its crisis teams from 30 to over 70 in just four years, slashing response times from six hours to two. Yet, with 40 positions still vacant, county supervisors are actively seeking innovative incentives to attract and keep talent, striving for an ambitious 30-minute response goal.