In this episode of Officer Wellness, Retired Chief Brian Manley continues his talk on vicarious liability and more with Ernest Steves from the Emmy Award-winning show "Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops."
They continue to explore the challenges and solutions related to the mental health crisis response in law enforcement and the importance of proper training for officers, especially in de-escalation and crisis intervention. The conversation delves into different response models, such as co-responder, community responder, and multidisciplinary response, involving clinicians in various capacities.
Ernie shares insights into San Antonio's successful Haven for Hope program, addressing homelessness and mental health issues through collaboration and a comprehensive approach.