Primary Department: Juvenile Probation
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Henry Gonzales, Executive Director/Chief
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to accept from Amy Rae Turner and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints the donation of three hundred seventy-five (375) Coping Skills Kits filled with workbooks, colored pencils, seeds packets, squishy balls, affirmation wristbands, and textured breathing stickers for the Mental Health Services program participants.
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Background and Discussion:
Amy Rae Turner is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Humble, Texas and a Therapist who has prior experience working in the state of California Juvenile Justice system. Ms. Turner who is committed
The donations from Ms. Turner and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will be provided to the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center Mental Health Services Clinical Director, Dr. Nnadozie, to be used with the C.O.R.E. program youth as part of their treatment.
Expected Impact:
The Coping Kits have an estimated retail value of $675.00. Each kit will contain practical items to support emotion regulation and coping skills to build resilience for youth experiencing stress. The kits will also be used to complement therapeutic work, intake/holding protocols, group skill-building, and transition planning.
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