Orange County NC Website
Browse       Search
26 <br /> POTENTIAL BENEFITS : CONSUMERS AND FAMILIES (CON 'T. ) <br /> • Persons Served. There is a definite benefit that accrues to individual as indicated by the projected number of crisis episodes. <br /> The number of individuals projected to be served by the Crisis-Diversion Facility is estimated to be approaching 300 cases per <br /> month. <br /> A sensitivity analysis indicates that the number of individuals served could range from 255 to 305 per month. The detailed breakout of <br /> the midpoint by type of episodes that could be served by the recommended Facility is shown on the previous page. <br /> The range reflects various assumptions about the effectiveness of diversion policies, procedures, and practices in LE, EMS, UNC <br /> Hospital, Jail, and the needs of CJ proceedings. <br /> Walk-ins services could increase the number of individuals served above those noted above. <br /> Walk-in Services. Providing services on a walk-in 24/7/365 basis offers help before a crisis escalates to emergency services. <br /> • Access to Immediate Clinical Services. Individuals in BH crisis receive immediate access to assessment, stabilization, and treatment <br /> services for a broad range of MH and SUD conditions. <br /> Transitions. Facilitating transition of individuals from crisis care to community-based treatment with adequate discharge planning including <br /> referrals and bridging services provides the best chance of achieving success in terms of long-term outcomes for individuals in need. <br /> - Warm Handoffs. Individuals leaving Facility are supported by a warm handoff: support of case manager and/or peer support specialist. <br /> • Holistic Support. Support for the whole person facilitates connecting individuals in need with social services thus increasing chance of <br /> recovery and minimizing repeat crises. <br /> • Information and Guidance. Helps consumers cut though fog of obtaining BH services often experienced by individuals, families, and friends <br /> trying to get help. 24 <br />