Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice focuses on the fact that we cannot arrest our way out of a disease. To better address this crisis, this line of operation provides effective strategies to build greater community collaboration with law enforcement, criminal justice professionals, and individuals with former justice involvement as the long-term solution. SAFE Project is actively involved with pre-arrest deflection and diversion efforts nationally, supports connecting individuals to treatment for substance use disorder and/or mental health as an alternative to arrest, and has programs that support the full continuum of care by focusing on youth and adults who are navigating the complexities of criminal justice involvement and recovery.
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SAFE Choices:
Youth & Young Adult “Connections” ProgramThe Connections Program was designed with a primary focus on the essential aspect of human flourishing: Connectedness. The Connections program, through a strengths-based approach, assists students in the development of 1)essential life skills, 2)identification of unique personal attributes, and 3) recognizing the value of interpersonal connections. Students are guided through reflective writing exercises on the…
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Integrated-Forensic Peer Recovery Specialist (I-FPRS) Training
What is I-FPRS? There are three components to SAFE Project’s I-FPRS approach, and states and organizations can tailor these options to suit their needs: Participant Training: A three- or four-day training for Certified Peers Recovery Specialists with each day focusing on a different domain (recovery and wellness, advocacy, mentoring and education and ethical responsibility). These…
