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St. Croix County to launch state-funded Family Treatment Court program; contract from DCF still pending
Summary
St. Croix County officials described early implementation of a state-funded Family Treatment Court program intended to help families with substance use disorders remain safely at home. The grant is guaranteed for three years, possibly extendable to five; county officials said a DCF contract has not yet been received.
St. Croix County officials on March 19 detailed early planning for a state-funded Family Treatment Court intended to coordinate intensive services for families affected by moderate-to-severe substance use disorders.
"This is kind of a long haul project," Jessica Dodge, a supervisor in children’s services, told the county Health and Human Services Board. Dodge said the county applied with behavioral health staff and received one of two awards the state made to launch new programs. "The grant is for guaranteed three years with the potential for it to be funded for up to five years,"…
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