DeSoto CARE Team

The DeSoto CARE Team, located in DeSoto, Texas, is a community-driven crisis response initiative committed to providing compassionate, professional support to residents facing behavioral health emergencies and homelessness. As the primary responder for relevant 911 calls, the team meets individuals where they are, ensuring safety, dignity, and stabilization while addressing complex crises. By prioritizing care over protocol and people over procedure, the CARE Team strengthens public health, reduces reliance on law enforcement, and promotes long-term well-being for individuals and families in need.

Staffed by licensed social workers, experienced EMTs, and crisis intervention specialists, the DeSoto CARE Team employs evidence-based and person-centered approaches to crisis de-escalation and mental health support. The team’s holistic and trauma-informed methods include follow-up services, resource navigation, and community integration, making it a vital resource for adults, seniors, and those experiencing homelessness. Through coordinated, multidisciplinary efforts, the CARE Team fosters hope, stability, and empowerment for DeSoto residents navigating behavioral health challenges.