Innovative Mental Health Facility Opens In Clinton

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The Dyer Care Center in Prince George’s County, Maryland, is a unique facility serving as an emergency room specifically for mental health crises. Located on Piscataway Road in Clinton, it accepts drop-offs from police and ambulances, offering specialized care for individuals in mental health and substance use crises.

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The center provides a therapeutic setting as an alternative to detention, aiming to treat and support rather than incarcerate those in need. This facility alleviates pressure on emergency departments and law enforcement by providing immediate care and connecting patients to ongoing mental health and substance use support services.

source: The DMV Daily

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