Statewide programs receive $480,000
Register-HeraldJul 12, 2018
LEAD helps divert adults with a substance use disorder (SUD) or a co-occurring disorder, such as mental health issues, from the criminal justice system to community-based services.
The program allows public safety officials to work with behavioral health providers by diverting low-level drug offenders to treatment and support services, rather than jail and prosecution.
LEAD case managers work with participants to connect them to intensive interventions such as assertive community treatment, residential SUD services, comprehensive case management, medication assisted treatment and other support services.
The following grant recipients were selected by
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"The ultimate goal of LEAD programs is to improve public safety," said
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