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United Caring Services Diversion Center grant
Summary
A $50,000 one-time grant supports the Diversion Center, which has served 96 people in crisis since July and works with the Sheriff's Office, police and Southwestern to divert people from jail and the street. Sustainability of future funding remains an open question.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
$50,000 one-time from the opioid unrestricted fund, which is nearly depleted.
✅Who benefits
People in mental health or substance abuse crisis who need short-term shelter and case management.
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