Approximately 15 percent of medical encounters for Chandler’s first responders are related to behavioral health, which translates to a little over 3,000 calls a year in Chandler alone. With such an influx in these calls, a new behavioral health training program is helping first responders better respond to emergency calls that involve mental health issues, thanks to a grant from Vitalyst Health Foundation to the Chandler Fire Department. 

 

<p>Approximately 15 percent of medical encounters for Chandler&rsquo;s first responders are related to behavioral health, which translates to a little over 3,000 calls a year in Chandler alone. With such an influx in these calls, a new behavioral health training program is helping first responders better respond to emergency calls that involve mental health issues, thanks to a grant from Vitalyst Health Foundation to the Chandler Fire Department.&nbsp;</p>
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