The kalispel indian community of the kalispel reservation proposes to implement the kalispel tribal healing to wellness court to increase access to treatment for justice system involved individuals…

The Kalispel Indian Community of the Kalispel Reservation (Kalispel Tribe) was awarded a $889,546 Project Grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance's Treatment Court Discretionary Grant Program (CFDA #16.585) to implement the Kalispel Tribal Healing to Wellness Court. This program will provide intensive judicial supervision, evidence-based substance use disorder treatment, and team-based case management to serve up to 20 Tribal members charged with criminal offenses where alcohol or substance use was a contributing factor. The 48-month project will focus on increasing engagement in treatment, reducing substance abuse and recidivism rates, and improving public safety through a holistic, culturally-sensitive approach that reflects the unique values and needs of the Kalispel Tribal community. The planning phase will involve collaboration with key stakeholders to develop the court's policies, procedures, and guidelines before the pre-adjudication Wellness Court is implemented.

The kalispel indian community of the kalispel reservation proposes to implement the kalispel tribal healing to wellness court to increase access to treatment for justice system involved individuals with substance use disorders. This project is intended to serve tribal members charged with criminal offenses for which alcohol or substance use was an underlying factor within the jurisdiction of the kalispel tribal court. The wellness court will utilize a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation that focuses on healing the individual, restoring connections to the community, and improving outcomes for tribal members involved in the criminal justice system. The planning phase of this project will involve extensive collaboration among identified stakeholders and members of the community to develop policies, procedures, and guidelines that reflect the unique values, traditions, and needs of the kalispel tribal community. Once implemented, the pre-adjudication wellness court will integrate the delivery of intensive judicial supervision, evidence-based clinical treatment interventions (including mat, if prescribed), individualized treatment plans, and team-based case management to support individuals as they navigate their recovery journey, utilizing a phased approach lasting between 12 and 24 months. The expected outcomes of this project include increased engagement in treatment programs, reduced rates of substance abuse, reduced recidivism rates, and improved public safety. The kalispel tribe is requesting funding under category 1: planning and implementation and is seeking $889,546IN federal funds over the duration of the 48-month grant period. The proposed wellness court will be operating as part of the kalispel tribal court. As a culturally specific tribal organization seeking to expand access to treatment opportunities for native americans, a community that has been historically underserved and adversely affected by inequality. The proposed project seeks to provide services to a target of 20 participants over the life of the grant.