The Denton County MHMR Center (the Center) was awarded a $750,000 Project Grant under the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative (CFDA 16.812) effective October 1, 2023. Through this 3-year grant, the Center aims to improve reentry outcomes for at least 400 beneficiaries incarcerated in Denton County, Texas who have mental health and/or substance use diagnoses. The Center will deliver evidence-based strategies such as Adult Needs and Strengths Assessments, Trauma-Informed Care, and Illness Management and Recovery to provide clinical and non-clinical services including case management, care coordination, peer support, service referrals, and crisis assessments. These services will be provided by a Project Director, two Jail Outreach Qualified Mental Health Professionals, and a Jail Peer Support Specialist, in partnership with the Denton Police Department, Denton County Mental Health Treatment and Veteran's Court, Denton County Probation, and the Denton County Sheriff's Office.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $750.0k | 9/28/23 |