GREENSBORO, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has upgraded an online registry that tracks where mental health beds are available across the state.
The system now updates more frequently and is connected to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, something that could help people experiencing a mental health crisis and recovery issues get care faster.
Vice President of Behavioral Services with Cone Health Dave Jenkins said finding an open hospital bed when someone is experiencing a mental health crisis can take time…