ODMH Jail Diversion Grant(through 12/31/2004):
Contact: Martha Briem,
330-364-6488;
email: marty@adamhtc.org
This pre- and post-booking program employed a Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) team approach with a SAMI focus. Referrals come from the jail and probation officers of both Common Pleas and Municipal Courts. The program originally had success as demonstrated by reduction of bed days in jail by its participants. The judges in the county have been open to the program and seek input/advice from the team. Another success is an increased communication between probation and mental health staff. Due to funding and other difficulties, the original team design was modified to resemble intensive case management more than an ACT team. Funding for this program ended in 2004.
