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LEADD provides an alternative to arrest and citation through intensive, low-barrier case management and connections to resources for people who commit, or are at high risk of committing, law violations related to mental illness, substance use, or chronic poverty. LEADD currently operates as a pilot in Ypsilanti Township.
With millage funds, 15 local leaders are exploring ways to design and launch a youth assessment center in Washtenaw County. These evidence-based centers prevent youth from entering juvenile justice and child welfare systems by identifying underlying issues and connecting youth to appropriate care.
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This pilot puts a Community Mental Health crisis services professional and a sheriff’s office deputy in one car to respond to mental health calls in the community. The team engages with individuals to identify their immediate needs. This may include providing referrals, resources, and supplies such as food, Narcan kits, hygiene items, clothing and more.
Washtenaw County Community Mental Health social workers have joined this multidisciplinary team to deescalate potentially dangerous situations. Staff conduct ongoing risk assessments for violence and suicidality, recommend negotiation strategies, and share pertinent medical and mental health information to improve outcomes.
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Washtenaw County Community Mental Health's 24/7 crisis team is an unarmed, mobile crisis resource for residents in need across Washtenaw. This team of behavioral health experts helps people in their homes and in the community. A recent analysis shows that more than half of individuals served received follow-up care through WCCMH.
