Statewide Crisis Services and the 988 Lifeline: Integrating Behavioral Health into Public Safety
April 22, 2026 09:00-10:15
NJ Emergency Preparedness Association
http://www.njepa.org
Location
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ
Contact Information
Karen Pawlak
609-306-0268
karen.fox@doh.nj.gov
Public Health Core Competency Domain Information
N/A
Credits and Continuing Education Units
Public Health CE#22872: 1.25 hour(s)
Description
This 75-minute breakout session will explore how New Jersey’s crisis services and the 988 Lifeline support and strengthen the state’s public safety system. Participants will gain an understanding of how these services operate day-to-day, how they respond during heightened community needs, and how they intersect with law enforcement, EMS, 9-1-1 centers, and other public safety partners. The session will highlight how 988 connects individuals to appropriate behavioral health support, reduces strain on traditional public safety resources, and enhances coordinated response during community crises.
Agenda/Additional Information
2026 NJEPA Conference Information:
This session is part of the 27th Annual New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Conference, April 20 - April 24, 2026 held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ.
You must be registered for the conference to attend this class.
For registration information and additional conference details, please visit the NJEPA conference website: https://www.njepa.org/
Presenters
Ron Roebuck
Karen Wapner
Target Audience(s)
Health Educator
Health Officer
MRC Volunteer