McHenry Police Safely Resolve Mental Health Crisis
A person in crisis called police for help, and officers responded with patience that ended in voluntary cooperation and hospital care. No one was hurt, and no charges were filed.
Search
Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
4178 results for "crisis intervention"
50 Volunteers Now Answer 988 Crisis Texts in Pennsylvania
A Pennsylvania nonprofit just trained 50 volunteers to respond to suicide crisis texts, becoming only the fourth center in the state to handle both calls and texts. The move could save lives in a state where fewer than 1 in 5 crisis texts get answered.
Governor Makinde Stops Oyo Speaker Impeachment Crisis
Governor Seyi Makinde quickly stepped in to prevent a brewing leadership crisis in Nigeria's Oyo State Assembly, bringing divided lawmakers back together. His decisive intervention ended an impeachment attempt and restored calm to the state legislature.
Google Adds Crisis Support to Gemini AI Chatbot
Google is building new mental health safeguards into its Gemini chatbot to connect users in crisis with immediate help. The update comes as AI companies face growing responsibility for user safety.
Ohio Crisis Center Saved After Funding Breakthrough
A long-delayed mental health crisis center in Cuyahoga County is moving forward after officials reached a major funding agreement. The facility will provide a dedicated walk-in center for 20,000 annual behavioral health emergencies currently overwhelming local ERs.
Bengaluru Installs Mini Water Tanks After 2025 Crisis
After last year's severe water shortage, Bengaluru's water board is placing mini tanks in neighborhoods and sending engineers into the field to prevent another summer crisis. The proactive plan prioritizes free access to drinking water for residents in high-risk areas.
Cleveland Crisis Center Gets $3M Health System Donation
A $3 million donation from Sisters of Charity Health System is keeping Cleveland's new behavioral health crisis center on track to open. The gift ensures the city will soon have a dedicated facility to help people in mental health emergencies.
Google Commits $30M to Crisis Hotlines, Updates Gemini AI
Google is transforming how its Gemini chatbot handles mental health crises with new safeguards and a massive funding boost for global crisis support. The changes include one-touch access to human counselors and AI training to never validate harmful thoughts.
Google's Gemini Gets Faster Mental Health Crisis Support
Google just made it easier for people in crisis to get help through its AI chatbot. The one-touch update connects distressed users to mental health resources faster than ever.
💡
South Africa Tests Community Water Partnerships for Crisis
Rural South African communities are partnering with local governments to tackle the country's water crisis in a model that could transform service delivery. While national attention focuses on urban solutions, these grassroots collaborations show a promising path forward.
Crisis Text Line Shows Boys Under 14 Reach Out for Help
Boys and young men are texting crisis helplines about suicide at surprising rates, revealing a hopeful shift in how they seek support. New data shows 1 in 3 boys under 14 who reached out mentioned suicide, pointing to an important breakthrough in male help-seeking.
Google Gives Gemini AI New Mental Health Crisis Features
Google just upgraded its Gemini AI to better recognize mental health crises and connect people to real help in one tap. The company is also investing $30 million to boost global crisis hotline capacity.
Ghana President Fast-Tracks Job for Power Crisis Hero
A young woman on national service earned a direct job offer from Ghana's president after her exceptional work during a critical power station fire. Her dedication helped restore electricity to thousands after the Akosombo substation crisis.
California Opens 24/7 Mental Health Clinic for Men in Crisis
A new walk-in crisis clinic in Riverside County, California, is breaking down barriers to mental health care with no appointments, no referrals, and no insurance required. The timing couldn't be better for men, who make up nearly four out of five suicides in America.
Indian Climate Startup Solves Water Crisis in Real Time
A climate-tech founder shares how building water solutions in India's extreme conditions taught lessons no classroom could. From Chennai's Day Zero to Bengaluru's failing borewells, the frontlines of the water crisis are reshaping how startups tackle climate challenges.
Tampa Volunteer Wins $50K for Mental Health Crisis Work
After volunteering for over 20 years at The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay, Tim Traud received a $50,000 grant from the Tampa Bay Lightning to continue helping trauma survivors. The award came during the team's "Hockey Talks" night dedicated to breaking mental health stigma.
200 Volunteers Power Boston's 24/7 Crisis Hotline
For over 50 years, the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center has offered free support to survivors, powered by 200 trained volunteers who answer calls, provide hospital advocacy, and guide people through their healing journey. Their commitment means someone is always there when survivors need help most.
Renewables Block Coal Comeback During Global Energy Crisis
Despite a major energy crisis triggered by the Iran war, solar and wind power kept coal use flat globally while fossil fuel generation actually fell. The feared "coal comeback" never happened.
Ireland Ends Fuel Crisis With $592M Relief Package
After six days of protests that left gas pumps dry across Ireland, the government announced a major fuel tax cut that's bringing demonstrators home and trucks back on the road. The compromise shows how listening to struggling workers can turn crisis into solution.
World Urban Forum Draws 57,000 to Tackle Housing Crisis
More than 57,000 people from 176 countries gathered in Baku to address the global housing crisis and design cities that work for everyone. The unprecedented gathering produced a roadmap for making housing affordable and climate-resilient by 2030.
Showing 20 of 4178