In this video, Chief Ron Thomas of the Denver Police Department (DPD) and Chris Richardson, formerly with WellPower and now with DPD, discuss the strategic collaboration between both organizations to provide more comprehensive care for people with behavioral health needs. Watch and learn how this partnership has enhanced behavioral health interventions in Denver, increasing access to treatment and offering specialized crisis response to people in need.
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