Study: Many county jails admit they aren't equipped for mental health crisis
A statewide survey of county jails revealed many facilities admit they are not equipped for the growing mental health crisis.
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A statewide survey of county jails revealed many facilities admit they are not equipped for the growing mental health crisis.
County jails across Pennsylvania lack the resources to address a growing mental health crisis, putting some of the most vulnerable incarcerated people at heightened risk, according to a statewide survey
A statewide survey of county jails by Spotlight PA and the Pittsburgh Institute for Nonprofit Journalism revealed many facilities admit they are not equipped for the growing mental health crisis.
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