Humboldt County

Humboldt County, doing business as the Sixth Judicial District Court, is a U.S. local government entity registered to receive federal awards since February 2007. As a county-level government organization, it primarily focuses on providing judicial and related services to its local community. Through federal grant awards, Humboldt County has been involved in initiatives aimed at addressing substance abuse and mental health issues within the family court system, demonstrating a commitment to improving the well-being of families affected by these challenges.

The most recent federal grant award received by Humboldt County was a $2,324,034 Project Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) under the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Projects of Regional and National Significance program. This five-year grant, awarded on September 30, 2023, funds the expansion of the Sixth Judicial District Family Treatment Court in Humboldt County, Nevada. The project aims to provide enhanced substance abuse and mental health treatment services, as well as supportive services, to approximately 100 families affected by parental substance use who are involved or at risk of becoming involved in the child welfare system. Key objectives include timely identification of parental substance use and mental health conditions through universal screening, promoting lasting recovery and reducing recidivism through family-centered case management, increasing access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services for those with opioid or alcohol use disorders, and enhancing safety by screening for suicidal ideation and providing referrals to behavioral health providers trained in suicide intervention. The project leverages partnerships with local and state agencies to deliver evidence-based, family-centered services, demonstrating Humboldt County's commitment to addressing complex social issues through collaborative, grant-funded initiatives.