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The COPE Initiative
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On this episode, we talk about COPE, an initiative through the Grand Prairie Police Department that stands for “Community Outreach Partnership and Education.” I talk with City Councilman Jeff Copeland, Supervisor Of the Crisis Support Unit Courtney Runnels, and Officer Greg New about how this unique initiative came to be. This innovative information-sharing program allows first responders to have immediate access to helpful information when encountering those in a mental health crisis. To learn more about this program or to sign up yourself or a family member, go to https://www.grandprairiepolice.org/services/cope-program --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/facesofgrandprairie/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/facesofgrandprairie/support
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