Governor Mike DeWine announced Friday that immediate in-person help for youth experiencing a behavioral health crisis is now operating statewide in all Ohio counties.

The Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) program, which was previously only available in 56 of the 88 Ohio counties, is now available at no cost to all Ohio children and young adults aged 20 and under who are experiencing mental, emotional or behavioral distress.

"When it comes to our children, we have no time to lose," said DeWine. "Far too many are struggling with their mental health, and parents and caregivers don't know where to turn when their child needs help. MRSS provides that immediate help to all young people, no matter where in Ohio they live."

Between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, there were 10,

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