Hanley Foundation spearheads new Teen Court and Mental Health Court programs in Dixie, Hendry, and Glades Counties. These transformative community initiatives are supported by the Criminal Justice Mental Health and Substance Abuse Reinvestment Grant and launched in collaboration with the Florida Department of Children and Families.
Support Services Available
We offer comprehensive support for youth experiencing behavioral issues, whether at home or school. We understand that every child’s needs are unique, which is why we provide a range of services, from substance use to mental health support. If you’re interested in these services or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at help@hanleyfoundation.org. We’re here to help.
Hanley Foundation Teen Court Program
Hanley Foundation’s Teen Court Programs are pioneering youth tribunal systems where youth can take on the roles of judge, jury, and advocate in the spirit of restorative justice. These programs help youth facing mental health and substance use challenges, as well as those at risk of entering the justice system. Participants are held accountable through meaningful sanctions like community service and educational programming, but they are also supported by a spectrum of services that foster growth, learning, and healing. The phased approach guides youth participants through initial intake and assessment to ongoing treatment, mentorship, and skill development, ensuring complete support and personal growth.
Goals of Teen Court
Hanley Foundation’s Teen Court program aims to instill accountability, promote personal growth, and prevent future involvement in the justice system. By engaging youth in a restorative justice process where they are judged and supported by their peers, Teen Court seeks to reduce delinquent behavior with the power of empathy and education.
Community Service
To hold participants responsible, they may participate in giving back to the community through service at food banks, the library, local churches or other community-based organizations.
Post Graduation
To ensure success in the community we offer mentorship and follow up services for six months post-graduation and help to eliminate any barriers or obstacles to their success.
About Hanley Foundation
Programs like these support Hanley Foundation’s mission to eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support. Every year, Hanley Foundation serves 72,000 students, providing key prevention programming across 34 Florida counties and delivering treatment scholarships for up to 500 participants.
Contact Information
For more information or to get involved with our Teen Court or Mental Health Court Programs in Dixie county contact dixie@hanleyfoundation.org and for Hendry and Glades counties hendryglades@hanleyfoundation.org.
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