El Paso City Council unanimously voted to advocate for sustainable state funding for the Emergence Health Network’s (EHN) new Behavioral East Campus. The facility, located in Far East El Paso, will provide crisis behavioral health care for youth and adults, including the first dedicated space for kids in the city.
Facility Details
The new behavioral health center will include a crisis center and an outpatient space. According to City Council member Ivan Niño, the center will have eight beds for kids, which will be a significant addition to the community. The facility will also support law enforcement officers by providing a dedicated place to bring individuals in crisis.
EHN Chief Operating Officer Crystal Davis emphasized the importance of the facility, stating that it will help reduce waiting times in emergency rooms and allow for faster return of officers to the community. The council’s vote aims to ensure that EHN has the necessary operational costs to provide services for the entire city and county.
Next Steps
The city will now advocate for sustainable state funding to support the facility’s operation and staffing. The request is detailed in the council’s item to direct the City Manager to amend the City of El Paso’s 90th Session State Legislative Agenda to include advocacy for sustainable state funding during the upcoming biennium.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
