An Act establishing peer respites throughout the Commonwealth
House: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
Summary
The bill requires the state department to establish at least 14 community‑based peer respite facilities, with a minimum of one in every county, offering non‑clinical, short‑term housing and support to adults experiencing emotional or mental crises. It mandates dedicated sites for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC individuals, staffed by people with lived experience, and provides funding for their operation and training. The aim is to reduce isolation, increase access to culturally competent help, and prevent crises from escalating.
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