Multi-Agency

Deflection Program

Program Type: 
Deflection Program

The U.S. Veterans Affairs has a nationwide deflection program, partnering with community agencies to deflect veterans from the criminal justice system. We also partner with the approximately 600 veteran treatment courts throughout the country.

Start Date: 
2023
Name of Agency: 
VA Veterans Justice Program
Type of Agency: 
Other
Type of Agency (Other): 
Government Healthcare
Deflection Program Type: 
Participant Recovery Oriented Program
Deflection Program Pathway: 
Self-Referral
Officer Intervention/Pre-Arrest Diversion
First Responder & Officer Referral
Active Outreach
Does the Program Involve an Outreach Team?: 
No
Type of Staff: 
Program Manager
Case Manager
Recovery Coach or Peer Specialist
Dedicated Law Enforcement Officer
Emergency Medical Services Staff
Other Agencies Collaborating on the Program?: 
No
Risk Screen Tool Used: 
No
Medication-Assisted Treatment Available: 
Yes
Agency contact information: 
First Name: 
Carolyn
Last Name: 
Pierre
Job Title: 
Veterans Justice Programs Coordinator
Address: 
Carolyn Pierre
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
10 Tri-Park Way
Building 2
Appleton, 54914
Phone: 
(920) 445-3978
Name of Program: 
Veterans Justice Program
Program Website: 
https://www.va.gov/milwaukee-health-care/programs/first-responder-deflection-support-services/
Is the requestor different than the program/CJCC Yes contact person?: 
No