Great Rivers Regional CIT Council

04/11/2026

The Great Rivers Regional CIT Council was lucky to attend this year 2026 MO CIT Council State Conference. We are always looking for more ways to serve our three counties when it comes to those living with behavioral health challenges.

04/10/2026

Well deserved recognition for one of our favorite people and member of our council. Great job Olivia, keep it up!

03/13/2026

Today we finished up our first 40 CIT Basic Class on 2026. We continue to be extremely successful with our blended classes made up of both cadets from the Eastern Missouri Police Academy, and attendees from the Wentzville Missouri Police Department and Missouri Highway Patrol, Compass Health Network and Lincoln County Ambulance District.

02/24/2026

Our hearts are heavy with the loss of our brothers in Christian and Webster Counties. God bless their families both red blooded and blue.

02/03/2026

Great to see our partners at the St. Charles County Ambulance District featured on KMOV for their work with those in crisis. We are all in this together to serve our community and help those struggling with behavioral health challenges.

Last year responded to nearly
3k calls for behavioral health emergencies. Tonight, Caroline Hecker KMOV will showcase how our are partnering with St. Peters PD & other law enforcement agencies to get patients connected with the support & resources they need.

12/17/2025

Please be aware of tomorrow's procession for Lt. Sarah McCarthy. Several of our participating agencies will be assisting with road closures in the morning and participating in the procession.

12/11/2025

We are very excited our friends from SPPD are taking the lead and spreading the message about 988. 988 is the national su***de hotline and is a free service provided to the community and facilitated locally by Compass Health Network.

Our department recently added 988 decals to our vehicles to help raise awareness about the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline. If you or someone you know is struggling, 988 connects you with trained counselors who can provide immediate support anytime. Reaching out is a strong step toward help and healing.

Compass Health Network
Great Rivers Regional CIT Council
NAMI St. Louis

https://988lifeline.org/

11/21/2025

Today we graduate another 40 Hour Basic CIT Class. This is our 20th blended class with cadets from the Eastern Missouri Police Academy. It is also the first to include a Police. K9 Freya from the Federal Reserve is an Explosive Detection K9. It is also ths first to include a cadet baby. Baby Tiffany. Baby Tiffany is used to teach cadets responsibility when they forget something 😆

11/21/2025

A very big thanks to Tom today for sharing his story of survival on the anniversary of his shooting. His story always has a great impact on all the CIT classes his talks to. Thank your for your bravery and honesty.

Happy Alive Day Ret Sgt.Tom Lake!!

Today marks another year in the next chapter in your life marking the day you and your families lives were forever changed 9 years ago...we are blessed that you are still here with us and we are HAPPY TO CELEBRATE & SALUTE YOU! 💙❤

It's been a long road and it hasn't been easy but it makes me smile to see how far you've come.

For those unfamiliar with his story:

https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/sgt-lake-remaining-optimistic-after-ambush/63-377084812

If you would like to leave comments for him, please do so as we're confident they will make his day brighter.

11/20/2025

Congrats to all the new police officers and deputies. It was a pleasure making sure you leave the academy being CIT trained and ready to serve your future communities.

Congratulations Class 2-2025! What a dynamic class full of personalities, strong leadership traits, intelligence, humor, and competitiveness. You will be amazing officers!

11/11/2025

Today we honor those who have served our country, making it the greatest in the world. Thank you all for your service.