Children and youth are diverted from the juvenile justice system whenever possible

• Juvenile justice no longer serves as a provider of last resort
• Children and youth with mental health needs are able to receive services and supports in the least restrictive setting
• Children and youth are able to receive services and supports from their communities, whenever possible

Positive youth outcomes can result relative to the issue of juvenile crime

• Youth are more productive in their home, community, and schools.
• Juvenile crime is decreased

Systems Of Care and Juvenile Justice Professionals Share A Common Goal

• Improve the ability of at-risk youth and juvenile offenders to live productively and responsibly in their communities

What Our Partnership Could Accomplish

• Coordinated, community-based services that support families in need
• Collaborative, individualized plans of action for families in the community
• A community support structure that is accessible and family-focused

Source:  Center for Mental Health Services National Evaluation: Aggregate Date Profile Report, Grant Communities Funded from 1997-2005, as of October 2005