Wake County behavioral health team discusses Familiar Faces program and community engagement

The Wake County government meeting held on April 7, 2025, focused on significant updates in community programs and initiatives. The session began with a commendation for Alyssa, a key contributor to ongoing projects, highlighting her impactful work. Commissioners expressed their appreciation and discussed the importance of community engagement moving forward, with plans for further materials to be reviewed in June.

Alyssa noted that there would be no new developments in April but emphasized the importance of upcoming community engagement efforts. She encouraged commissioners to reach out with any questions through Denise, the department director, ensuring a streamlined communication process.

Following this discussion, Daryl Lanier, the manager of the Familiar Faces program, took the floor to present an overview of the initiative aimed at addressing behavioral health challenges within the community. He introduced Kevin Fitzgerald, a founding member of the program, who provided historical context and insights into the project's development.

Daryl outlined the pilot project's objectives, the rationale behind its implementation, and the positive impacts already observed. He also discussed the ongoing efforts to establish necessary data-sharing agreements to enhance the program's effectiveness. The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue collaboration and support for these vital community initiatives, with a focus on improving behavioral health services in Wake County.