We are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on new strategies in mental health crisis response.
In the 2nd episode of this 4 episode series, we will hear from the Executive Director of Impact Behavioral Health Partners, Dr. Patti Capouch, about the background behind mobile crisis response teams in our area and the latest crisis response resource to be funded by our local Evanston government.
If you want to learn more about the information discussed throughout this episode, our sources are listed here: 

• More about the prior work of the Alternative Response Subcommittee and their meetings
• Other notable crisis response models in Denver and Oregon (CAHOOTS)
• More about Turning Point's Living Room in Skokie and the upcoming Living Room in Evanston
• "City Council allocates funds for walk-in mental health crisis center" by the Daily Northwestern
• Introduction to the Community Emergency Services and Supports Act (CESSA) in Illinois

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