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Prioritizing Resources to Improve Mental Health for Inmates
As we close out another mental health month, we want to shed some light on the progress being made across the United States regarding the mental health of inmates at correctional facilities and that of the officers and staff.
Stay Healthier with Technology
If COVID has taught us anything, it’s that we’re far more capable, adaptable, and resilient than we ever imagined. Moving forward, what we’ve also learned is that we can keep everyone in the facility safer and healthier by thinking a little differently about our technology.
Addressing the Mental Health Crisis, One Person at a Time
For most justice practitioners, finding ways to help justice-involved people with mental health issues is a daily struggle. The Northpointe Suite can help.
Youth, Mental Health, and What Works
Research suggests between two-thirds and three-fourths of youth in juvenile detention facilities have one or more mental health and/or substance abuse issues. What are juvenile facilities and their jurisdictions doing to help get youth the services they need?
Minimize Your Litigation Exposure with Classification
In your correctional facility, doing the right thing to protect inmates and doing the prudent thing to protect your jail are the same: proper Classification.
Let’s Talk About Mental Health Screenings
Since your jail is most likely the largest mental health care provider in your community, it’s imperative that you understand the needs of those who are in your custody.