First Responder Deflection Mentoring Initiative

The purpose of the First Responder Deflection Mentoring Initiative is to enhance the adoption and growth of first responder deflection and pre-arrest diversion. The initiative will provide communities interested in starting or enhancing a deflection program with the opportunity to learn from established or innovative programs that have shown success in supporting individuals with substance use disorder in their communities. The mentor sites will serve as models for individuals and teams interested in starting a program or for established programs interested in learning innovative practices.