LETTER: Loss of youth while in Emergency modified psych unit not the first for Vernon

AI Briefing

• – Vernon's modified psych unit has had several instances of loss of youth in the facility, prompting a concerned parent to push for change.
• – The parent is urging the state to improve the safety and care of minors in the modified psych unit, citing concerns over inadequate staffing and supervision.
• – The parent's efforts come as another tragic incident occurs, highlighting the need for reform to prevent further loss of life in the facility.