PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Providence police respond to hundreds of calls a day, but there's one type of call they've been getting more and more of lately: mental health crises. Target 12 Investigator Alexandra Leslie sat down with Col. Oscar Perez to learn how police are dealing with a surge in mental health calls. Watch Callers in Crisis Monday on 12 News at 5. If you or someone you know is in crisis, seek immediate help: Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call, text or chat 988BH Link: Rhode Islanders can call 401-414-LINK (5465)Kids' Link RI: Parents can call 1-855-543-5465 Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Special Coverage & Notices SIGN UP NOW