The City of Alexandria’s Co-Response Program (ACORP) pairs a specially trained law enforcement officer and a licensed, behavioral health clinician to respond in tandem to calls for persons experiencing a behavioral health crisis.

ACORP is a collaborative effort between the Alexandria Police Department and the Department of Community and Human Services. The team utilizes best practices and trauma-informed approaches to maximize helpful and safe outcomes for persons served.

This report summarizes evaluation findings from the first six months of program implementation and represents a first look at ACORP’s efforts with a focus on the program’s goals.