Jail Diversion Program Community Partners

Advocates’ Jail Diversion Services’ impact is strengthened through collaboration with police departments, behavioral health providers, crisis services, academic partners, advocacy groups, and community organizations. These partnerships help improve access to care, strengthen local systems of support, and create more coordinated responses for individuals and families.

Behavioral Health & Crisis System Partnerships

Coordination with crisis providers, hospitals, outpatient services, recovery supports, and community-based resources to help individuals connect to the right level of care.

Community Outreach & Education

Participation in community events, resource fairs, National Night Out, presentations, and public education efforts that strengthen relationships between police, providers, and residents.

Academic & Research Partnerships

Collaboration with academic partners, including UMass Lowell, to support research, evaluation, workforce development, and continued learning in the field of co-response.

Advocacy & Systems Collaboration

Engagement with coalitions, LOSS Team partners, legislators, and regional stakeholders to support sustainable jail diversion funding, systems improvement, and stronger behavioral health response models.

To learn more about opportunities for partnership with Advocates’ Jail Diversion Services, please contact Director of Operations Adriana Tarantino.