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:
Lisa
Last Name:
Tuttle
Job Title:
Veterans Justice Programs Coordinator
Address:
Lisa Tuttle
Madison VA Hospital
345 W. Washington Ave.
Ste 501
Madison, 53703
Phone:
(608) 280-2095
Email:
Name of Program:
Veterans Justice Program
Program Website:
https://department.va.gov/homeless/veterans-justice-programs/
Is the requestor different than the program/CJCC Yes contact person?:
No