If you haven’t heard about 988 yet…you are about to keep hearing about it! Federal law requires all states to implement 9-8-8 capacity (mirroring 911) to address individuals in a behavioral health crisis in Georgia. Learn about preparations underway, and what the impact might be for you and your organization when 988 begins initial implementation in July 2022.

This webinar provides an opportunity for participants to learn about the 988 law and requirements and receive an update on planning underway in Georgia and consider preparations that healthcare agencies and others need to undertake for successful implementation in July 2022.

Information about the implementation of “988” has been widely shared among governmental agencies, but the public is generally less aware. When implemented in July 2022, dialing this 3-digit code will be akin to 911 but for behavioral health crises. Instead of going to a National Suicide Prevention call center, calls from Georgia stay in Georgia. The state is seeing a continued increase in these calls in the current environment, and we believe 988 will activate awareness of increased demand and put significant pressure on a strained system. The time to prepare is now!

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