Quick Responce Team (QRT)

A "Quick Response Team" (QRT) is a group of individuals from various disciplines, often including medical professionals, law enforcement, and social workers, who rapidly respond to a crisis situation, particularly in the context of substance abuse, to provide immediate support, connect individuals with necessary treatment services, and help prevent further incidents, usually following an overdose event; essentially aiming to intervene quickly and effectively to address a critical situation. 

Key points about QRTs: 

• Focus on immediate intervention: They aim to reach individuals experiencing a crisis, like an overdose, within a short timeframe to provide immediate support and connect them with necessary resources. 

• Multidisciplinary approach: QRTs typically consist of members from different fields including paramedics, police officers, mental health professionals, peer support specialists, and social workers. 

• Substance abuse focus: Many QRTs are specifically designed to address the opioid epidemic, reaching out to individuals who have overdosed and offering them access to treatment and recovery services. 

• Community outreach: QRTs often engage with communities to raise awareness about substance abuse and provide information on available support systems.