Calhoun County Sheriff Steve Hinkley and Summit Pointe Justice Systems Lead, Taneisha share their perspectives on how the Jail Services program has advanced in recent years. In doing so, they discuss the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) component, designed to cut recidivism among those jailed who are dealing with addiction or behavioral health issues. Sheriff Hinkley also underscores how these programs and the First Step Behavioral Health Urgent Care in Battle Creek have helped deputies help others.The results can be life-changing.Episode ResourcesSummit Pointe/First Step websiteThe Summit Pointe podcast is a Livemic Communications production.  Summit Pointe, the Behavioral Health Authority in Calhoun County, Michigan, is pioneering Community Mental Health Services by developing innovative ideas and community partnerships that lead to high-quality care and a healthy community.

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