Sheriff’s office: jail-based behavioral services continue; program reported 80 admissions and community services for 244 people

May 18, 2026

Alma described the county’s jail-based behavioral services (JVBS) contract: funding was reduced statewide by $5,000 this year; the jail admitted 80 people into the program in the last year and county services assisted 244 community members with wraparound supports.

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Alma from the sheriff’s office briefed the commissioners on May 18 about the jail-based behavioral services (JVBS) grant and related community supports.

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