Why Some Oregonians Have To Commit Crimes To Get Mental Health Treatment

Our country has a terrible history of providing proper care for people suffering from severe mental illness, and civil commitment (court-ordered involuntary treatment) is especially controversial. Today we’re talking with KOIN investigative reporter Elise Haas about new legislation that aims to reform our state’s civil commitment process and expand mental health treatment facilities. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here . Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448 . Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise . Learn more about the sponsors of this March 12th episode: D'Amore Law Portland Bureau of Transportation