Leaders in Travis County, Texas, are working to develop the county's first mental health diversion center, CBS affiliate KEYE reported July 26.
Funding and a building for a pilot portion of the center have been secured, according to Travis County Judge Aaron Brown. The pilot will be used to determine how a permanent facility would run in the county.
The center will aim to provide resources and hands-on treatment specific to each patient's behavioral and mental health needs, the report said. The center will also refer people to supportive housing and long-term mental healthcare so they don't end up back in the criminal justice system.
Travis County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution to develop the diversion center in March.