Families in crisis could soon get help faster thanks to a new partnership between the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and the nonprofit Better Together. The two organizations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that allows deputies and school resource offices to work hand in hand to support families facing hardship - with the goal of keeping children out of foster care.

The memorandum includes briefings with existing personnel, ride-alongs, and pre-deployment training for new deputies. Deputies will also be able to refer families directly to the nonprofit for assistance with housing, employment and family support before situations escalate.

“As first responders, we understand the importance of connecting community members in need with the right support and resources - something our dep

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