This program utilizes coordinated services to support individuals with mental health disorders who have been released from the correctional system. The goal is to facilitate the process of reintegration into the community and reduce recidivism and substance use through ongoing follow-up.
The program consists of training teams of social workers and police officers to facilitate access to community services and assistance, guide participants during the parole process, and provide more financial stability.
The intervention lasts 9 to 12 months and is based on the assertive community treatment approach, following five phases of implementation:
1) Pre-release services;
2) Engagement, assessment, and intensive monitoring;
3) Monitoring and support;
4) Post-treatment care planning; and
5) Treatment completion or follow-up service delivery.