Milwaukee's Mobile Crisis Team celebrates 30 years of service to the community

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- For decades, Milwaukee's Mobile Crisis Team has worked around the clock, lending a helping hand to residents in emergency situations. 

Their first call was 30 years ago today, and to celebrate, a party was held at Milwaukee's crisis headquarters. 

This team is made up of social workers, nurses and psychologists who dedicate their time to helping others when it's needed most. 

Even though this unit continues to grow, one staff member says their goal always remains the same. 

"The main thing is to help the person with whatever it is going on, to try and reach some level of stability and get them connected to long-term services," said Amy Lorenz, Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services. "We might be able to help them and allow us to have that conversation and see what we can do for them."

The Milwaukee Mobile Crisis Line is open 24/7 and works in collaboration with the National Lifeline.