Are you afraid that your situation is spiraling out of control? Quick tip: If you (or someone you know) are experiencing a mental health crisis, you can call 911 and ask for a CIT officer to respond. Crisis Intervention Team members are comprised of police officers with an advanced level mental health training. Their specialized training offers consumers in the community...
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There are many resources across the community that have special programs and services for men, women, children, and entire families. Below are links to eleven downloaded directories that list local resources that can help you find the help you need. CRISIS AND INFORMATION LINES INPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT-ADULTS OTHER COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH...
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Our presentations are free to the community. If your organization or group would like to schedule a presentation, please contact us. The mission of the CIT Speakers Bureau is to help improve the quality of life of the mentally ill and enhance their recovery program. We provide information to help you obtain assistance. We inform the community on various innovative...
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Law enforcement officers are often the first to be called for a crisis situation involving a person or persons with a mental illness. These crisis situations can and have involved law enforcement and citizen injuries or deaths. The CIT Program significantly decreases injury, death, and community dissent. In turn, person(s) with a mental illness are diverted to the...
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Mid America CIT offers law enforcement officers intensive training based on an innovative national model to effectively respond to citizens experiencing a behavioral crisis. Patrol officers already have training and a basic understanding of the proper safety skills. Officers are encouraged to maintain these skills throughout the course, while incorporating new...
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We are the Mid America CIT Council. We are dedicated to supporting positive law enforcement services to persons with mental illness, provided with effectiveness, safety, fairness, and compassion.
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Are you afraid that your situation is spiraling out of control?
Quick tip: If you (or someone you know) are experiencing a mental health crisis, you can call 911 and ask for a CIT officer to respond.
There are many resources across the community that have special programs and services for men, women, children, and entire families.
Read more
Our presentations are free to the community. If your organization or group would like to schedule a presentation, please contact us.
The mission of the CIT Speakers Bureau is to help improve the quality of life of the mentally ill and enhance their recovery program.
