Primary Department: Juvenile Probation
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Henry Gonzales
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant - Application
Project ID (if applicable): LIBDSA_GY25
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MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable):
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Grantor does not allow indirect cost capture
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department for grant funds in the amount of $794,144.83, with no required match, for the Project Liberty Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The purpose of the Project Liberty Program is to establish a comprehensive, long term residential treatment program (6-9 months) specifically designed for adolescent females facing mental health challenges, trauma, and behavioral disorders. This program will provide a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that supports the emotional, psychological, and behavioral healing of these young individuals. Through individualized care, trauma-informed therapies, education and life skills development, the program aims to promote lasting recovery, enhance self-esteem, and empower these adolescents to build healthier futures, thereby diverting their commitment to TJJD.
Expected Impact:
The objective is to reduce the long-term negative outcomes associated with untreated mental health and behavioral issues and improve long-term outcomes for adolescent females in the juvenile justice system. This will be accomplished by offering a holistic, sustainable treatment option that addresses the unique needs of adolescent females.
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