Involuntary Treatment Act Services
County Designated Mental Health Professionals and Designated Crisis Responders provide legal assessment of grave disability, or danger to self or others (as a result of a mental health disorder) for possible involuntary detention. As a component of the evaluation, it must be determined that other, less restrictive options have been ruled out or deemed inappropriate. Additionally, it is expected that the investigation include attempts to interview other significant professional and natural supports to ascertain a more complete picture. This service is available in Skagit, Island, and San Juan Counties.