FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Dr. Shanna James
Executive Director, Andrea’s Project
Chair, Amarillo Continuum of Care
shanna.james@andreasprojecttx.org
(806) 699-1424
Crisis Response Educational Summit to Strengthen Amarillo’s Safety Net Systems
Amarillo, TX – June 24, 2025 – Andrea’s Project, in partnership with the Amarillo Continuum of Care, Panhandle Behavioral Health Alliance, Coming Home and other key community stakeholders, will host the Crisis Response Educational Summit: “Who to Call When – Empowering Collaboration for Safer Communities” on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Amarillo Area Foundation, 801 S. Fillmore St.
This first-of-its-kind summit brings together emergency responders, social service providers, mental health professionals, and community members to increase awareness of available crisis services and improve local referral pathways. Participants will learn about real-time alternatives to 911, how to conduct warm handoffs, and the critical role of each agency in supporting individuals experiencing a behavioral health or housing crisis.
Highlights include:
- Rapid-Fire Program Overviews featuring 13 local crisis and support agencies
- Interactive Panel Discussions on mental health and substance use response
- Facilitated Table Conversations to identify local barriers and solutions
- Networking opportunities with over 75 registrants from across sectors
“Too often, confusion about who to call in a crisis leads to unnecessary emergency room visits, law enforcement involvement, or missed opportunities for care,” said Shanna
James, Executive Director of Andrea’s Project and Chair of the Amarillo Continuum of Care. “This summit will help bridge those gaps and move our community toward better coordination and faster, more compassionate responses.”
Media are invited to attend and are encouraged to contact Shanna James for interview opportunities or on-site coverage.
Warm regards,
Dr. Shanna James
Executive Director, Andrea’s Project
Chair, Amarillo Continuum of Care
shanna.james@andreasprojecttx.org
(806) 699-1424