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The Wilmington Partners in Care Program is pleased to share its second progress report, which captures data and explores the impact of this new program between July 1 and September 30.
 
Click here to access our progress report on our website.
 
A partnership between the Wilmington Police Department and ChristianaCare, the Wilmington Partners in Care Program pairs trained mental health clinicians with police officers, who respond as a team to calls for service and conduct proactive outreach to support those in need in our community. Our program was launched in March, and includes a case manager and two clinicians.
 
During the third quarter of the year – from July 1 through September 30 – the Wilmington Partners in Care team provided services to a total of 128 individuals – including 115 new clients and 13 individuals who had previously been receiving support from the program.
 
This is an increase compared with the second quarter of the year, when the team assisted 87 new individuals.
 
“These growing numbers demonstrate the expanding positive impact of our Partners in Care program, and we could not be more proud of the work they are doing in our community,” said Chief Wilfredo Campos. “Whether it is through providing de-escalation and on-site support, or referrals to mental health, substance abuse or other social service providers, our team is connecting members of our community with critical resources each and every day.”
 
The progress report issued today includes data from the program’s third quarter outreach, as well as details about the types of support that the clinicians and case manager have provided. We will continue to issue quarterly progress reports as the program continues its work in the community.
 
To learn more about the Wilmington Police Department’s Partners in Care Program, visit www.WilmingtonDE.gov/PartnersInCare. You can also contact the team at (302) 576-3189 or [email protected].