Primary Department: Sheriff
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez
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Type of Request: Transmittal
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Transmittal by the Sheriff’s Office of an agreement with Wellspring Family and Community Institute, LLC to provide parenting, education and counseling services along with behavioral healthcare services to incarcerated individuals and their families.
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Background and Discussion:
Wellspring Family & Community Institute is a comprehensive mental health and counseling center located in Houston, Texas. Their team of professionals specializes in behavioral healthcare, offering services such as individual counseling, marriage and family therapy, and support for troubled male teens. They address various issues including depression, anxiety, anger management, career counseling, chronic impulsivity, coping skills, emotional disturbances, infidelity, life transitions, parenting, peer relationships, relationship issues, self-esteem, and stress.
Expected Impact:
Collaborating with Wellspring Family & Community Institute (WFCI) could significantly benefit the Harris County Jail by addressing the mental health needs of inmates and their families. WFCI offers comprehensive counseling and mental health services, including support for children of incarcerated parents, anger management, and PTSD treatment. <https://wellspringfci.org/>
By integrating WFCI's expertise, the jail could enhance its mental health programs, potentially reducing recidivism and improving inmate rehabilitation. Additionally, supporting the families of inmates, particularly children, could mitigate the adverse effects of parental incarceration, fostering better community outcomes.
This partnership aligns with the Harris County Sheriff's Office's holistic approach to inmate care, emphasizing mental health and family support to promote successful reintegration into society.
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Anticipated Court Date: 4/10/2025
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Contact(s) name, title, department: Katrina Camacho, Manager-Reentry, HCSO
Attachments (if applicable): COC approval letter and agreement between Harris County and Wellspring Family and Community Institute, LLC