Yes, it's very difficult. We have done a lot of work through ASIST, safeTALK and intervention training. We make referrals on a regular basis to 988 mental health resources across the country. With very limited success, we tried to work with a number of organizations to set up warm hand-offs for those individuals who truly need support and who are not really seeking access to MAID. We make wellness calls on occasion, when we have to.
I would urge the committee, with whatever recommendation you make, to provide clarity and provide a timeline as far as possible before the March deadline. There are individuals who have put a lot of hope in this. At each deadline, we have seen losses because of the frustration, upset, disappointment and distress.
