Lafeyette Parish, Louisiana is in the south-central area of the state and is home to a little over 240,000 residents.
According to its vision statement, Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office (LPSO) “will be a model agency for public safety—leading by example in our actions and our community partnerships, built on a foundation of public service and trust.” Cohort 2022.
Program Goals
With funding from the grant, LPSO plans to add two full-time co-responders for the agency to carry out their vision. Another goal of the funding includes training and networking opportunities with other practitioners involved in crisis response.