Community Outreach And Support Team (COAST)

 

The Community Outreach and Support Team (COAST) focuses on building strong relationships with the community, providing support, and addressing the needs and concerns of individuals experiencing a crisis. Offering assistance during emergencies, mental health support, or helping people access necessary services allows clientele to have less interaction with police and more support for long term issues. 

A strong COAST team plays a vital role in strengthening the bond between an organization and the community it serves. 

This multifaceted team is comprised of a Corporal from the Ontario Police Department, a social worker with the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, a Firefighter from the Ontario Fire Department and his support dog “Mac”.