Public Safety and Community Resources

Angelo Quinto Community Response Team (AQCRT)

Angelo Quinto Community Response Team (AQCRT)

The Angelo Quinto Community Response Team (AQCRT) is a collaborative program operated by Felton Institute in partnership with the City of Antioch, the Antioch Police Department (APD), and local community-based organizations. Funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), AQCRT provides compassionate, community-driven responses to mental health crises and social challenges, ensuring that individuals receive the support they need while reducing reliance on law enforcement interventions.

How AQCRT Supports Antioch Residents

AQCRT empowers the Antioch community by providing immediate, on-site interventions for mental health and community-related crises. Our team is trained in de-escalation, mediation, conflict resolution, and social service linkage to ensure that residents receive the right support at the right time.

Key Services We Provide

• De-escalation and crisis intervention to prevent harm and stabilize individuals in crisis.
• Mediation and conflict resolution to help resolve disputes peacefully and restore community relationships.
• Social service linkage to connect individuals and families with vital resources, including housing, mental health services, and addiction recovery support.
• Prevention and training, including solution-focused prevention strategies, crisis prevention trainings, and community engagement event planning.

Available 24/7 – We’re Always Here for You

Hours of Operation: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

If you or someone you know is in a crisis, please call 911. Dispatchers are trained to coordinate with AQCRT, ensuring our team arrives to provide appropriate care and intervention.

Other Ways to Contact Us

Phone: (415) 474-7310
Email: infoAQCRT@felton.org

AQCRT is committed to keeping Antioch safe, supported, and empowered—because community care starts with all of us.