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Radnor PD - How Embedded Social Workers Support Police and Communities
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- TLC Connections
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- Jun 16, 2026
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- 2889
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Summary
SUMMARY: In this episode of TLC Connections, Julie Knudsen sits down with Officer Kaitlin Karmilowicz and Isabel Cook, LCSW, members of the Radnor Township Police Department's Community Support Unit, to discuss an innovative co-response model that combines law enforcement and behavioral health expertise. The conversation explores how Radnor became one of the first departments in Delaware County to fully embed a social worker within its police department. Isabel and Officer Karmilowicz explain how this partnership allows officers and clinicians to respond collaboratively to mental health crises, domestic violence situations, substance use concerns, school-related issues, and other complex community needs. They also discuss the importance of officer wellness and the role an embedded social worker can play in supporting first responders. By creating a culture of trust, accessibility, and confidential support, the program is helping reduce stigma around mental health and encouraging officers to prioritize their own well-being. GUEST BIOS: Officer Kaitlin Karmilowicz has served with the Radnor Township Police Department for nearly eight years. Before entering law enforcement, she worked as a victim advocate in Chester County, supporting individuals and families impacted by crime and trauma. As a member of Radnor's Community Support Unit, Officer Karmilowicz specializes in community-centered policing, crisis response, domestic violence intervention, and behavioral health-related calls. She is part of a multidisciplinary team that works closely with an embedded social worker to connect residents with resources, provide follow-up support, and help prevent crises from escalating. Isabel Cook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the embedded social worker for the Radnor Town…