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Inside New Mexico’s first diversion program for people who aren’t competent to stand trial

February 11, 2025
During a December hearing, Magistrate Judge Alexander Rossario in December 2024 dismissed the charges of several people who had engaged with the program, and kicked out several people who had not. Image: Ted Alcorn

‘An ecosystem of dysfunction:’ West Virginia still has a child welfare worker shortage, and it’s taking a toll on foster kids and families

February 2, 2025
Olivia Frausto, now 19, holds a photo of her younger self, taken before she entered West Virginia’s child welfare system. Photo by Jenny Lynn Photography

West Virginia’s foster care system depends on grandfamilies. It does little to support their mental health needs.

February 2, 2025
Judy Utley, right, with her granddaughter Alexis Nadell. Grandparents like Utley, who raised their grandchildren, say the state doesn't offer them enough support. Photo courtesy of Judy Utley.

Crisis ‘living rooms’ offer an alternative to emergency room visits and hospitalizations

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WBUR: Here and Now by Carter Barrett, July 14, 2022:

The following story deals with suicide. If you have suicidal thoughts, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-8255 (En Español: 1-888-628-9454; Deaf and Hard of Hearing: 1-800-799-4889).

For suicide prevention resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, click here.

The new 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number rolls out this Saturday. The majority of crisis hotline calls can be resolved over the phone. But for those who need in-person help, facilities called Living Rooms are a welcome alternative.

Listen to the WBUR: Here and Now segment here.