HIVE Leadership Conference 2026

In July 2022, the launch of 988 transformed how Americans access mental health support. However, a three-digit number is only as effective as the services waiting on the other end. This presentation explores the "Utah Model"—a comprehensive crisis continuum designed to provide Someone to Call, Someone to Respond, and Somewhere to Go. We will examine the integration of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline with Utah’s unique assets, such as the SafeUT app, statewide Mobile Crisis Outreach Teams (MCOT), and specialized Receiving Centers. Attendees will learn how Utah utilizes legislative support and cross-agency collaboration to divert individuals from emergency rooms and the justice system, ultimately creating a more compassionate and efficient pathway to care.