Acute/sub-acute Mental Health Unit (A/SAMHU) |
Designed for inmates who have a serious mental illness of significant developmental/organic disability who are not suited to be housed on the mental health unit (MHU) due to clinical or behavioral risk factors, need for assessment, and/or crisis management.
Need addressed: Mental Health
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Clinical Treatment |
Anger Management High Risk/Need |
Anger Management is available to individuals demonstrating high risk/high needs related to anger. This treatment provides instruction and practice on basic anger control strategies in a group facilitated by clinicians.
Needs Addressed: Attitudes; behavior; aggression, mental health
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Clinical Treatment |
Chronic Care Mental Health Unit (CCMHU) |
Inmates diagnosed with a serious mental illness or significant developmental/organic disability and are not suited for the Mental Health Unit due to clinical or behavioral risk factors, need for assessment and/or crisis management.
Need addressed: mental health
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Clinical Treatment |
Mental Health Outpatient Services |
This program provides general, individual therapy.
Need addressed: Mental Health.
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Clinical Treatment |
Mental Health Unit |
The MHU is a residential treatment community designated for incarcerated individuals with serious mental illness or developmental/organic disabilities and who are assessed as having significant functional impairment. Program components include symptom management, social skills, medication management, mental illness awareness, and others.
Need addressed: Mental Health.
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Clinical Treatment |
Secure Mental Health Unit |
The Secure Mental Health unit is used to house inmates diagnosed with a serious mental illness or significant developmental/organic disability and are not currently suited to be housed on the Mental Health Unit (MHU) due to clinical or behavioral risk factors. Inmates are located on unit C2. Programs include METEOR, introduction to mental illness, core process groups, impulse control and management, creative expressions, meditation and stress management, in addition to others.
Need addressed: Mental Health.
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Clinical Treatment |
Violence Reduction Program*** |
The Violence Reduction Program is an intensive treatment option for individuals at high risk for violent re-offense. Incarcerated individuals with a high risk to re-offend may include those with strong antisocial beliefs or lifestyle, evidence of psychopathy, and/or instrumental violence.
Needs Addressed: Aggression; attitudes/behavior
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Clinical Treatment |
Community Justice Center Victims Impact/Empathy |
This program increases a participant's understanding of the harm/damages they caused their victims, communities and themselves. The program also provides an important life skill module that teaches how to become emotionally proficient, which translates into better decision making and reduced conflicts.
Needs Addressed: Attitudes; behavior, Life skills.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Courage to Change |
A series of cognitive-behavioral interactive journals in which participants can address their individual problem areas based on a criminogenic risk and needs assessment.
Attitudes/Behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Destination Dads-Common Sense Parenting |
Provides parents with a menu of techniques that will aid them in building positive family relationships; preventing and correcting misbehavior; using consequences to improve behavior. Teaches self-control and how to stay calm.
Need addressed: Family
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Destination Dads-Inside Out Dads |
Incarcerated fathers get tools they need to become more involved, responsible, and committed in the lives of their children.
Need addressed: Family
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Destination Dads-Within My Reach |
Critical and concrete tools are provided which help participants improve interactions with those who matter in their lives. Subjects are knowing yourself first, smart love and making your own decisions.
Need addressed: Family
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Domesti-PUPS |
Participants in Domesti-PUPS train dogs to become service animals for persons with disabilities, pet therapy programs, classroom dogs and education programs.
Needs addressed: Pro-social, attitude, behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Exploring Trauma |
Participants explore the effects of trauma and how it has impacted their lives.
Needs addressed: Attitude/behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) |
MRT is an evidence-based, cognitive behavioral intervention which leads to enhanced moral reasoning, better decision making and more appropriate behavior.
Needs addressed: Attitudes, behavior.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Thinking for a Change |
Thinking for a Change is a high-level cognitive behavioral program developed by the National Institute of Corrections. The program uses role playing to concentrate on changing the criminogenic thinking of offenders.
Needs addressed: Attitudes; behavior; family; friends; aggression.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Transformation Project |
The Transformation Project is transition and reentry program aimed at promoting positive behavior during incarceration and preparing participants for transition back into the community. Self-study modules are available for incarcerated individuals in long-term restrictive housing.
Needs addressed: Attitudes, behavior, re-entry.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
Adult Basic Education |
Adult Basic Education assists adult incarcerated students work toward high school equivalency, or refresh skills regardless of diploma status.
Need Addressed: Education
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Education Programs |
College Courses |
College courses are offered through various universities/colleges and correspondence courses. Currently, college classes are provided by grant funded providers and/or at the individual's own expense.
Needs Addressed: Education; employment; life skills; pro-social.
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Education Programs |
ESL/ELL |
English as a second language (ESL) is designed to aid those students not fluent in English learn to speak, read, hear and write the language so they can better function in society.
Needs addressed: Education; life skills
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Education Programs |
High School |
NDCS operates its own school district with a high school. Students of all ages may attend high school classes. Individuals under 22 who have not graduated from high school are required to be in school. Students over 22 need to go through an application process.
Need addressed: Education.
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Education Programs |
AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) |
AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) is an organization which encourages members to read, and listen at meetings using the program as an opportunity to face the truth and become accountable for their addiction to alcohol.
Need Addressed: Support for addiction and prosocial activity
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Pro-Social Activities |
Harambee African Cultural Organization (HACO) |
This self-betterment club provides an opportunity to explore the root of the African American culture and heritage, including the past, present and future.
Need addressed: Outside interest, pro-social activity
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Pro-Social Activities |
Intentional Peer Support |
Helps individuals recover from mental illness, addiction, or trauma with the assistance fo someone who has similar life experiences.
Needs addressed: Attitudes/Behavior; Prosocial Activities
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Pro-Social Activities |
KORU Mindfulness Meditation |
Focuses on self-awareness and relaxation techniques incorporating beginning yoga and deep breathing to help calm the body, mind, spirit.
Needs addressed: Attitudes/behavior.
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Pro-Social Activities |
MATA Club (Mexican Awareness Through Association) |
Participants in this self-betterment club learn about the religious, cultural aspects, arts, customs, crafts, language, and the heritage of the Hispanic people.
Needs addressed: Outside interest and support.
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Pro-Social Activities |
Native Americans Spiritual and Cultural Awareness Group (NASCA) |
NASCA is designed to help Native Americans express their uniqueness of cultural and spiritual practices. Participants are given the chance to learn how to sing, pray and dance from a Native perspective.
Needs address: Pro-social/outside interest and support.
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Pro-Social Activities |
Prison Fellowship 7 Pillars |
Provides support to those with pornography and sex addictions.
Need addressed: Support for sex offender.
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Pro-Social Activities |
Prison Fellowship Conquer Series |
Provides support for those with pornography and sex addictions. This is a pre-requisite to the Prison Fellowship & Pillars program.
Needs: Pro-social/outside interest; support for sex offenders.
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Pro-Social Activities |
Religious Classses and activities |
Variety of classes, workshops and religious services designed to help inmates with support and spiritual development.
Needs addressed: Pro-social, support.
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Pro-Social Activities |
Sports/Recreation Activities |
A variety of activities that encourage health pastimes are offered at all facilities. Please check with recreational specialists for more information.
Needs addressed: Pro-social/outside interest; health.
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Pro-Social Activities |
Standing Together on Purpose (S.T.O.P.) |
Standing Together on Purpose ( S.T.O.P.) is a multi-cultural club that teaches about the heritage and legacy of American people. S.T.O.P. aims to further promote the cultural construction of stable bridges for effective communication between all people.
Needs addressed: Pro-social; outside interest.
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Pro-Social Activities |
Veteran's Group |
The Veteran's Group aims to assist all veterans and honorary members, including veterans of the United States of America and its Allies Forces in addition to their dependents and the widows and orphans of deceased veterans. The group provides opportunities for veterans to find employment upon release.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Pro-Social Activities |
Assistance for Social Security Application |
Social workers provide assistance in obtaining and completing Social Security applications to individuals who qualify and are 90 days from discharge, post-release supervision or parole.
Need addressed: Re-entry for those who may qualify for Social Security benefits due to age or disability.
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Reentry Services |
Discharge Planning |
Reentry specialists work with individuals to ensure a reentry plan is completed. The plan allows for a smooth transition to the community and focuses on housing, transportation, employment, education, and medical/mental health services as needed.
Need addressed: Re-entry
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Reentry Services |
Reentry planning |
Clients develop comprehensive reentry plans that include housing/transitional living, employment/education, transportation, ID credentials, medical/mental and behavioral health treatment.
Need addressed: Reentry.
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Reentry Services |
Vocational and Life Skills Programming |
See non-clinical programs list for more details.
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Reentry Services |
Clinical Treatment Programs |
See clinical programs list for more details.
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Crisis Intervention |
Provided on an as-needed basis, clinicians are available to assist individuals in a mental health crisis.
Needs Addressed: Mental health.
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Individual/Group Psychotherapy |
Licensed, clinical therapists provide one-on-one or group therapy sessions as needed.
Need addressed: mental health
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Risk Assessment/ Psychological Evaluations |
Risk Assessments and Psychological Evaluations provide diagnosis clarification, intelligence testing and Dementia screening.
Need addressed: Mental Health; education.
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Skilled Nursing Facility |
On-call Skilled Nursing Facilities manage crises dealing with medical emergencies, behavioral issues and suicide watches.
Needs addressed: Health and mental health.
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Transition Services |
Transition Services are available to those transitioning to or from general population or protective management. Mental Health professionals may assists with these services.
Need Addressed: Mental Health
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Community Coordination |
Social workers coordinate with a variety of community providers and agencies for mental health services, substance abuse treatment and medical services. Providers include the Veteran's Administration, DHHS, treatment agencies, private practice and non-profit organizations.
Needs Addressed: Housing, medical, mental health, basic needs, re-entry.
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Social Work Services |
Living Needs |
Social workers assist individuals with high medical/mental health needs to find clothing resources, apply for benefits or general assistance and other life needs.
Needs addressed: Social work services.
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Social Work Services |
Medical Services Coordination |
Social workers assist individuals with high medical needs to set appointments for medication management, healthcare and provide resources to obtain medical insurance upon release:
Needs addressed: Health, mental health, life skills, re-entry.
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Social Work Services |
Specialized Housing Services |
Social workers provide assistance to individuals with high medical/mental health needs to obtain transitional living, assisted living or skilled nursing care, as needed.
Needs addressed: Re-entry
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Social Work Services |
Specialized Population Served |
Specialized Population Served offers services for inmates with mental illness or serious chronic medical conditions that are high risk and multi-needs.
Needs addressed: Health; mental health
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Social Work Services |
Alpha |
Alpha promotes daily living skills and encourages character development. All classes are biblically based and open to anyone, regardless of religious affiliation. The program includes lessons on addiction prevention, understanding marriage, understanding parenthood and managing finances.
Needs Addressed: Attitudes; behavior; life skills.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Brothers in Blue |
Faith based life skills program provided in the form of a four day retreat and once a month check-ins.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Cabinet Maker Apprentice |
Apprenticeship for learning carpentry skills.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Routing Operator Apprenticeship |
Instruction and training to set up, operate, and tend a computer controlled wood routing machine.
Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Forklift Certification |
Training in how to use and operate a forklift.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Furniture Finisher Apprenticeship |
Instruction and training in shaping, finishing, and refinishing damaged, warn or used furniture or new high grade furniture to specification.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Health Course |
This program, delivered by a wellness expert, provides workshops on preventative health education and nutrition, such as Men's Birth Control; Date Abuse; Bullying; Gender Boxes; and Hygiene.
Need addressed: Health.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Materials Coordinator Apprenticeship |
Training in material handling including shipping and receiving.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Mental Health Association Wellness and Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) |
Discusses deescalation; decision making and consequences; how trauma has affected a person; and how to overcome negative ways of dealing with stressful situations and crises. Need addressed: Life skills.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Offset Press Operator Apprenticeship |
Training in how to operate and offset printer in the Print Shop.
Need addressed: Employment.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
Reconnect: Success Prep |
Helps participants examine behaviors and attitudes that may have contributed to their incarceration and focus on skills critical to reentry.
Needs addressed: Attitudes, behavior, life skills.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
RISE |
This program targets entrepreneurial-minded individuals and offers intensive leadership development, business plan competitions, executive mentoring, financial investment, and startup incubation.
Needs addressed: Life skills; employment.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
TRADE Program: Vocational and Life Skills Program *** |
The TRADE Program teaches conflict resolution; critical thinking; communication; personal finance; healthy relationships; basic computer; job preparation.
Needs Addressed: Life skills; employment.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |