Mays Landing Police Announce New AtlantiCare ARRIVE Partnership

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The Township of Hamilton Police Department is launching a new partnership with AtlantiCare as part of New Jersey's ARRIVE Together initiative. The collaboration will integrate mental health professionals with police officers when responding to crisis-related calls, with the goal of prioritizing de-escalation, safety, and access to proper treatment options.

Why it matters

This type of co-response model reflects a broader shift in public safety approaches that recognize mental health calls require a balanced and compassionate response. By combining law enforcement experience with clinical expertise, the initiative aims to enhance community trust while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and professionalism.

The details

Under the ARRIVE Together program, Mays Landing's officers and AtlantiCare clinicians will coordinate their response to crisis-related calls. The joint effort will focus on delivering on-site crisis intervention, guiding individuals and families toward treatment and community resources, reducing unnecessary emergency room visits, and limiting avoidable involvement in the criminal justice system.

• The partnership between the Mays Landing Police Department and AtlantiCare is launching in February 2026.

What’s next

The Mays Landing Police Department and AtlantiCare will begin implementing the ARRIVE Together co-response model in the coming weeks, with the goal of providing enhanced crisis intervention and mental health support to the community.