Crisis Intervention Team- Berks County

05/13/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month: a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health. Many people silently struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and addiction and support from others can make a powerful difference.

Read more about how to support mental health here: https://berkstasc.org/blog/

05/04/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

This year’s focus is on community, connection, and reducing stigma. With Mental Health America’s theme, “More Good Days, Together,” we’re reminded that support, understanding, and small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

Let’s keep the conversation going—and support one another along the way. 💚

04/30/2026

04/14/2026

This is a great opportunity to get training in crisis intervention and learn deescalation techniques. Please share with anyone you know who would qualify!

Every call is a chance to change an outcome.

Join our CIT Support Training for 911 and learn how to identify crisis calls, de-escalate with confidence, and support safer outcomes.

🗓 May 6–7 (evening) or May 21-22 (morning)
💻 Virtual

Seats are limited—secure yours today:
WWW.CITINTERNATIONAL.ORG/CITST911

Share this and invite your coworkers!

04/08/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the pinwheel is the national symbol for preventing child abuse.

It serves as a vibrant reminder of the joyful childhood every child deserves! In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, let’s unite to support families and build resilience. Together, we can empower families to ensure every child grows up in a safe and nurturing environment. Let’s take action and make a difference for our children!

04/02/2026

April is National Stress Awareness Month.

Stress can build quietly and show up in ways that impact your daily life, your relationships, and your overall well-being. Taking the time to recognize it and seek support is an important step forward.

At Haven Behavioral Healthcare, a proud member of Oceans Healthcare, we are here to provide compassionate, individualized care grounded in dignity and understanding. When stress becomes more than you can manage alone, our teams are ready to help.

To learn more about our locations and services, visit oceanshealthcare.com

Built for this. Built for you.

03/31/2026

03/31/2026

Out with the old, in with the fresh 🌸✨

It’s officially spring cleaning season, and your closet refresh can make a real impact.

When you drop off your donations, mention Connections Work and use partner number 50085. Every pound of clothing, accessories, toys, household items, or linens gives back 13 cents to support our mission. 💚

Clean space, clear mind, stronger community 🌿

03/24/2026

Excited to see the new look!

A new look is coming to CIT International - one rooted in the mission, partnerships, and people that make this work possible.
We will be going "off grid" for a makeover this weekend. Stay tuned for more.

03/13/2026

We’re grateful to the Pennsylvania State Police for welcoming us to share insights about the Diversion Program and Crisis Intervention Team. Together, we’re building stronger partnerships and equipping officers with tools to support our community. Looking forward to seeing you at our next training!

03/02/2026

As a part of CIT training, participants engage in a Hearing Voices Simulation run by Service, Access, & Management Inc. During this simulation, participants experience first hand what it’s like to hear distressing voices and develop empathy and understanding for individuals navigating the world with this challenge.