- Jefferson County utilizes Florida’s Baker Act and Marchman Act to address mental health and substance abuse issues.
- Local mobile response teams, collaborate with law enforcement for assessments.
- Watch the video to learn more about the Baker Act.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
During a crisis, access to mental health or substance abuse resources in rural areas like Jefferson County can mean the difference between danger and healing.
“Having certain mental issues is not a negative thing. We all go through something because life puts us through some things,” Annie Severin, Apalachee Center MRT counselor, said…