Highlands Community Services to Appear on All Access with Andy Garcia

The upcoming episode of All Access hosted by Andy Garcia examines how the organization bridges geographic and systemic divides in Southwest Virginia. By integrating local schools, first responders, and police departments into a cohesive referral network, the program illustrates how behavioral health providers can divert individuals from the justice system into clinical treatment settings.

Executive Director Rebecca Holmes emphasizes that the organization’s model prioritizes a responsive service array regardless of a patient's diagnosis or background. The documentary highlights the shift toward evidence-based care, where patient feedback and community partnerships allow clinical leaders to refine crisis intervention programs. This collaborative framework aims to replace the frequent, often counterproductive, use of law enforcement as primary responders for acute behavioral emergencies with specialized, compassionate care.