The Sampson Independent - Skyrocketing mental transport numbersreverberate in Eastpointe statistics

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The Sampson Independent - Skyrocketing mental transport numbersreverberate in Eastpointe statistics

On the heels of the Sampson sheriff noting an increased need in transports for mental health patients in recent years, statistics compiled by Eastpointe Mental Health on referrals in the county echo the point. Last month, Sheriff Jimmy Thornton noted a huge boost in man-hours necessary to accommodate mental health assistance and transport of involuntary commitments. In 2008-09, mental health transports required 184 man-hours per month for his department. Through just eight months in 2010-1...

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