Bethlehem, PA connects police officers with social workers during non-emergency response pilot
Thirty-five city police officers were trained to identify situations better resolved by social workers. Participating officers filled out health bureau referral forms after applicable call responses. Referrals led to action plans for residents facing issues like home care gaps, medication noncompliance, and unsafe living conditions. Social workers updated police officers following one-month and three-month check-ins to strengthen relationships with the community.
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