The MCPO Link 2 Care Referral and Follow-Up Program, operated under the auspices of ARRIVE Together and funded by the OAG, was conceptualized out of a recognition that police officers across Monmouth County frequently encounter individuals who appear to have untreated mental health issues or could benefit from mental health resources. Through Link 2 Care, police officers can even refer individuals before a crisis to a team of mental health specialists from CPC Integrated Health and the Mental Health Association of Monmouth County for case review, treatment, and management. With close to 30 percent of the first batch of referrals to Link 2 Care being for seniors, MCPO has also created a Link 2 Care Senior Citizen Mental Health Subcommittee to develop a Resource Card for such individuals impacted by these issues or cognitive decline; these materials are in the process of being delivered to senior centers and police departments countywide. For more information about Link 2 Care, including links to the Referral Form and Resource Cards, go online to https://mcponj.org/link-2-care-referral-and-follow-up-program/

Last Updated: 05/06/24