Strengthening Community Services: A Synergistic Approach to Legal-Social Work Collaboration 

Wednesday, October 29

12PM EST / 11AM CST

Submit Your Presentation Proposal by October 8



We're ready to hear what you hope to present at the 7th Annual National Co-Responder Conference in Dallas, Texas, June 7-10, 2026.

For this year's conference, we're accepting new and engaging proposals on eight different co-response and crisis response topics.

The Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (PAARI) is collaborating with ICRA to provide a track of breakout sessions throughout the conference. These tracks will highlight substance use based deflection and diversion programs – giving attendees a unique opportunity to learn about a diverse range of deflection models.

The deadline to submit is October 8.

Send Us Your Best Photos!

Right now, we're working to upgrade our website – coresponderalliance.org – and we want to feature photos of the agencies and partners who all come together to make this non-profit the best it can be!

We're looking for professional candid shots of your team carrying out daily work. By submitting photos, you're agreeing to have them featured on our website.

Please note that submitting photos does not guarantee they will be featured.

Thank You for Celebrating with Us!

We had so much fun celebrating National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week in September. Thank you to everyone who tagged us on LinkedIn and Facebook. It's never too late to celebrate your team, so if you missed out, go ahead and post your appreciation now!

Minnesota Co-Responder Alliance Hosts First Training Conference

Check out this great work happening in Minnesota!

The Minnesota Co-Responder Alliance (MnCRA) hosted its first training conference on October 1 and plans to continue this annually. The Alliance has 157 members representing 82 jurisdictions in 21 counties.

During the conference, ICRA was proud to give away one free individual membership prize in support of the group's learning and networking goals!

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Clinician Opening | Longmont, CO

Paramedic Opening | Longmont, CO

Crisis Response Social Worker | Bellevue, WA

Lead Clinician for Police Co-Responder Team | High Point, NC

Watch: Springfield PD and Burrell Behavioral Health’s co-responder mental health program is seeing results

Watch: Mental health co-responder helps Lebanon police with crisis calls

Watch: HPD hires mental health co-responder to improve crisis response

Read: Wilmette police’s new response team

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Submit Your CoRCon 2026 Presentation Proposal!



We're ready to hear what you hope to present at the 7th Annual National Co-Responder Conference in Dallas, Texas, June 7-10, 2026.

For this year's conference, we're accepting new and engaging proposals on eight different co-response and crisis response topics.

The Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (PAARI) is collaborating with ICRA to provide a track of breakout sessions throughout the conference. These tracks will highlight substance use based deflection and diversion programs – giving attendees a unique opportunity to learn about a diverse range of deflection models.

The deadline to submit is October 8.

Co-Response in Rural, Frontier, and Suburban Areas 

Wednesday, September 17

1PM EST / 12PM CST

We're Just Days Away from National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week!

September 14 - 20 is National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week – celebrating the many co-responders and crisis responders carrying out this important work across the country.

Three Easy Ways to Participate

• Share on social media – use your best photos and consider adding the frames in our tool kit. We'll share as many posts as we can!
• Highlight you or your agency's role in co-response and crisis response – tell everyone why this work matters to you.
• Keep the conversation going – use the hashtags #CoResponderWeek and #CrisisResponderWeek and tag ICRA on LinkedIn and Facebook, so we can reshare your posts.

The Secure and Protect Initiative (SPI) is a nationwide community-centered approach to reducing firearm-related suicide, the leading cause of suicide deaths. This webinar highlights how Johnson County, KS Mental Health Center, in partnership with Veteran’s Affairs, has launched SPI to reduce stigma, promote responsible firearm ownership, and increase mental health awareness, specifically within the gun-owning community.

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Early Engagement Clinician | Otter Tail County, MN

Read: Chapel Hill's CARE Team Marks One Year

Listen: This Georgia county has one of the highest incarceration rates. A mobile crisis unit may help

Read: Peoria extends AMT ambulance services agreement, accepts $2.9M grant for police co-response unit

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The Secure and Protect Initiative: Approaching Suicide Prevention with Gun Owners

Tuesday, August 19

2PM EST / 1PM CST

Celebrate National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week September 14 - 20

September 14 - 20 is National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week – celebrating the many co-responders and crisis responders carrying out this important work across the country.

Want Stickers? Fill Out a Quick Form!

We're celebrating National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week with stickers and we're ready to mail you some – free of charge! Click the button below to fill out a simple form by August 26.

Share Your Excitement on LinkedIn!

Share your excitement about National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week by posting this graphic on LinkedIn. Be sure to mention the ways you and your team are celebrating this year. Don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag #CRWeek2025

Congratulations to Shianne Davis

During our July Co-Responder Coffee Break, we drew the winner of a free CoRCon 2026 registration – Shianne Davis, of Salina, Kansas. Everyone who completed our survey from this year’s conference, and left a name and email, was entered into the drawing.

Save the Date: CoRCon is Heading to Dallas, Texas in 2026!

The 7th Annual National Co-Responder Conference is heading to Dallas, Texas, June 7-10, 2026! Visit this page to watch the full announcement and keep up with this monthly newsletter to stay on top of everything you need to know about CoRCon 2026.

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Crisis Clinician | Basalt, CO

Clinical Co-Responder - Broomfield Police Department | Broomfield, CO

Social Worker LCSW - Co-Responder Social Service Unit | Peoria, IL

Social Worker LSW - Co-Responder Social Service Unit | Peoria, IL

West Plains Crisis Response Team Co- Responder | Airway Heights, WA

Watch: Salem Leaders Pitch Co-Response Model to Deal with Homelessness, Public Safety

Watch: Grand Rapids Police Department's Mental Health Co-Response Team Marks 3 Years of Impact

Watch: Knoxville Co-Response Team Wants to Expand Due to High Need for Services

Read: Johnson County CIT Earns Silver Certification

Watch: Georgia Pines Launches Co-Responder Program in Colquitt County

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Community Partners Improving Co-Response

Thursday, July 17

1PM EST / 12PM CST

Who will win?!

During our July Co-Responder Coffee Break, we'll draw the winner of one free CoRCon 2026 registration. CoRCon 2025 attendees who completed our survey were automatically entered to win. The winner doesn't have to be present during the Coffee Break, but we sure hope they will be!

Save the Date: CoRCon is Heading to Dallas, Texas in 2026!

The 7th Annual National Co-Responder Conference is heading to Dallas, Texas, June 7-10, 2026! Watch the video below to see the full announcement and keep up with this monthly newsletter to stay on top of everything you need to know about CoRCon 2026.

Peer-Focused Jail Reduction Strategies

Our June Coffee Break is streaming now. In Pima County, AZ – home to Tucson – Justice Service Navigators are a critical part of jail reduction efforts. These navigators have personal experiences similar to those they’re trying to help. They meet with people at a Transition Center to hear their needs and connect them to resources. Tucson Police Sergeant Jason Winsky and Pima County Justice Services leaders Mayra Ramos and Doyle Morrison share exactly who they’re helping and the strategies they use.

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Associate Licensed/Licensed Social Worker 2 - Co-Responder | Bainbrdige, Georgia

Read: Pitkin County behavioral health program releases 2024 report

Read: Plan to phase out co-responder service criticized (international)

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Peer-Focused Jail Reduction Strategies

Tuesday, June 10

12PM EST / 11AM CST

Save the Date: CoRCon is Heading to Dallas, Texas in 2026!

The 7th Annual National Co-Responder Conference is heading to Dallas, Texas, June 7-10, 2026! Watch the video below to see the full announcement and keep up with this monthly newsletter to stay on top of everything you need to know about CoRCon 2026.

Thank you, Atlanta!

This week, we welcomed nearly 1,200 attendees to CoRCon 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Thank you to all of our members, guests, exhibitors, and sponsors for making this our biggest, most successful CoRCon yet!

Thank You to Our CoRCon 2025 Sponsors

CoRCon 2025 is over, but networking and learning with your peers doesn't stop! Log into your ICRA account and make sure your profile is up to date with your relationship to co-response, program type, and more. This will help you and your peers find each other.

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Deputy Division Director, Johnston County Mental Health Center | Johnston Co, KS

Psychologist Level II | Queens, NY

Intensive Program Clinician I or II - Co-Responder | Radford & Montgomery, VA

Licensed Co-Responder Team Lead | Lee's Summit, MO (Kansas City area)

Read: Rapport Building in Crisis Intervention

Watch: Training to Help, Not Harm: A New Approach to Crisis Response

Watch: School Distritc, Law Enforcement Partner to Help Students in Crisis

Watch: New Program Helps Thomasville Police Respond to Mental Health Crises With Care

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Team Safety: A Shared Responsibility

Tuesday, May 20

1PM EST / 12PM CST

CoRCon is 30 Days Away!

The CoRCon 2025 countdown is on. We're set to welcome more than 900 attendees June 1 - 4 in Atlanta, GA. Keep scrolling to check out three things you need to know about the conference.

There's Still Time to Register

We have a spot for you! It all begins with a pre-conference on Sunday, June 1. Make the most of your time in Atlanta by registering here for the pre-conference if you haven't already.

More than 900 people are registered for the main conference June 2 - 4, and there's still time to book your spot. Register for CoRCon 2025 here by May 19.

You Have More Time to Book Your Hotel

Don't sweat it! You now have until May 7 to book a room at this year's host hotel, the Hilton Atlanta. Get your room now, before they're all booked.

Enjoy Two Nights of Networking

We hope to see you at two nights of networking, which are included in your full conference registration!

Plan your travel accordingly to enjoy the first networking event at World of Coca-Cola on Sunday, June 1. You can learn more and register here.

Then, on Monday, join us from 5:30pm - 7pm at the Hilton Atlanta to enjoy live music, light appetizers, and one complimentary drink ticket.

Share Your CoRCon Excitement on LinkedIn!

Let your peers know you're attending CoRCon in two simple steps:

1. Download the graphic above

2. Post it on LinkedIn, check out this year's schedule, and mention in your post which session you're most looking forward to.

Don't forget to tag ICRA and use the hashtag #CoRCon!

There's Still Time to Sponsor CoRCon 2025

ICRA members can check out our online learning library for a recording of last month’s Coffee Break! Jennifer Spoeri, Executive Director of the National Adult Protective Services Association, shared about APS and how to best collaborate during moments of crisis for vulnerable adults.

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Mental Health Supervisor, Campus Safety, University of Denver | Denver, CO

Co-Responder Clinician | Longmont, CO

Sherburne County Co-Responder | Elk River, MN

Read: Erie Police's mental health co-responders see rise in calls from community

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Working with Adult Protective Services

Thursday, April 17

2PM EST / 1PM CST

Have a Coke and a Smile at CoRCon!

Share Your CoRCon Excitement on LinkedIn!

Let your peers know you're attending CoRCon in three simple steps:

1. Check out this year's schedule

2. Download the graphic above

3. Post it on LinkedIn and mention which session you're most looking forward to

Don't forget to tag ICRA and use the hashtag #CoRCon2025!

There's Still Time to Sponsor CoRCon 2025

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Director of B-HEARD | New York, NY

MSW in EMS | Auburn, WA

Watch: Kansas police departments strengthen crisis response with training focused on mental health

Read: City of Lincoln touts positive impact of new Co-responder Program

Read: Garden City PD starts mental health co-responder program

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The Co-Response Lane: Navigating Expectations and Setting Scope

Wednesday, March 19

1PM EST / 12PM CST

How to Handle Hoarding

Maria Spetalnik is a Board Certified Professional Organizer with over 30 years of experience helping others to establish control of their lives by helping them control their clutter.

During the Pre-Conference, she'll discuss hoarding, it's effects on family and community, and how your program can approach the sensitive topic.

Learn more about Maria here.

Caring for the Vulnerable After Tragedy

Metro Nashville Police Captain Anthony Brooks, Commander Scott Byrd, and Mental Health Cooperative Director of Co-Response Services Michael Randolph responded to a school shooting in 2023. They'll share the unexpected role of co-response in the wake of this tragedy.

Learn more about the speakers here.

Whether you have one co-responder or 20, quality training is essential to creating and maintaining a successful program. Johnson County (KS) Mental Health Center’s Co-Responder Supervisors, Jen Melby and Morgan Knight, share with ICRA members how they have adapted the original co-responder training processes to mirror a Field Training Officer (FTO) program. Jen and Morgan have also been kind enough to provide a bunch of example materials to help you start your own FTO-style program.

Are you looking to build your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

New Program Coordinator | Olathe, KS

Three Co-Responder Openings | Adams County, CO

Let's Chat!

There are several new topics in the CR Chat section of the ICRA Member area. Check them out and let your peers know if you have helpful experience or similar questions when it comes to these topics:

Co-Response Safety Training

Nurse on a Co-Response Team

Exempt vs. Non-Exempt - Overtime/On-Call

Read: Law Enforcement Leaders Want Specialized Response Programs, New Survey Says

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Adapting the FTO Program for Clinicians

Tuesday, February 18

1PM EST / 12PM CST

Make Your Case

Do you need help telling your leaders why you'd benefit from attending CoRCon 2025? We've written a justification message you can download, edit, and share with your team to make your case for attending CoRCon 2025.

Every year, our great sponsors make CoRCon possible. Again this year, we have tiered and event sponsorship opportunities. If you don't see something that fits your needs, we're happy to work with you to meet your interests.

We're excited to introduce you to three new members of ICRA's Board of Directors! Each was selected during a competitive process that included applications from co-response professionals across the country.

We know you have questions to ask your peers! The CR Chat is a great way to find answers and best practices. Log into the ICRA Member Area to post questions or share the exciting new things you and your team are working on.

Are you looking to build or grow your team? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Co-Responder | Framingham, MA

Watch: Knoxville's Co-Response Teams Break Barriers to Mental Health Support

Read: Westfield State University Introduces Pioneering Law Enforcement, Mental Health Co-response Grad Program

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Building Up Buy-In

Thursday, January 9

2PM EST / 1PM CST

Every year, our great sponsors make CoRCon possible. Again this year, we have tiered and event sponsorship opportunities. If you don't see something that fits your needs, we're happy to work with you to meet your interests.

In some cases, the Round Rock Fire Department administers a low dose of the antipsychotic Olanzapine in the field to avoid hospitalization and begin early treatment for psychosis. We discuss implementation and early outcomes of the protocol along with assessment, de-escalation techniques, treatment, safety planning, and case studies.

Are you looking to build your team in the new year? Visit the ICRA Member Area to post or search job openings in the Co-Response and Crisis Response field.

Watch: Chattanooga Police Department's Crisis Co-Responder Unit seeing rise in calls for help during holidays.

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