Sharon Militello • March 17, 2026

Chester County Chosen for National Youth Mental Health Pilot, Supported by RCPA Member NAMI Keystone

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Sharon Militello

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March 17, 2026

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Article by MyChesco: Published March 13, 2026

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WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has been selected as one of six counties nationwide to pilot a training program designed to help police, first responders, and community providers better respond to youth experiencing mental health crises.



What This Means for You

  • Local police, educators, and first responders are receiving specialized training on youth mental health.
  • The program aims to improve how young people in crisis are identified and connected with services.
  • Chester County will help test a national pilot that could expand to other communities.

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