Veteran Treatment Court Mentors

Ethical Boundaries for Veteran Treatment Court Mentors

The Role of a Mentor in VTCs At its core, a Veteran Treatment Court (VTC) mentor serves as a trusted peer and supporter of veteran participants (mentors), guiding them through the court process and connecting them with the necessary resources. Their primary obligations include engaging with and encouraging mentees, assisting them in resolving personal or
Veteran Treatment Court racial equity

Black Words Matter: Racial Equity in Veteran Treatment Court Policies

Without Change, the Absence of Race Within Veteran Treatment Court Policies Will Continue to Destructively Impact African American Veterans Veteran Treatment Courts (VTCs), one of several treatment court models, all create policies that govern their programs. VTCs are not impervious to acts that discriminate against African American veterans who are either participants or eligible to participate
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Who is a Veteran

Who Is a Veteran? Understanding Military Status for VTCs

This article highlights some anomalies and possible challenges Veteran Treatment Courts should understand and address, when it comes to Mentor Coordinator and volunteer mentor recruitment.
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Veterans Treatment Court mentors

Mentors in Veterans Treatment Courts: Roles, Rules, and Relationships

Veterans Treatment Court mentors play a vital role by providing peer support to justice-involved veterans. This blog explores their responsibilities, boundaries, and qualifications, distinguishing them from court staff and treatment professionals while highlighting how strong mentor relationships help participants succeed in treatment, sobriety, and community reintegration.
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Veterans Treatment Courts

Veterans Treatment Courts—Why They Matter

May is National Drug Court Awareness Month. This blog explores the evolution of Drug Treatment Courts into Veterans Treatment Courts (VTCs), how they address justice-involved veterans' unique needs, and their role in reducing recidivism. VTCs foster recovery through team-based approaches that connect veterans to VA services and supportive interventions.
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financial support for Treatment Courts

Securing Financial Support and Sustainability for Treatment Courts (Part 4)

Sustainability is much more than having money to operate your Treatment Court. Sustainability requires a plan on the necessary steps to operate the Treatment Court: it requires that the community is educated about the program’s success; and it requires that non-monetary sources are located that can support the Court’s efforts. Sufficient funds are just one part of an overall plan for sustainability.
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non-monetary resources

Unlocking Community Support: Non-Monetary Resources for Treatment Courts (Part Three)

This blog explores how Treatment Courts can access non-monetary resources through community outreach, creative partnerships, and team-driven planning. From literacy support to job opportunities and donated incentives, asking the right questions and thinking beyond budget can unlock powerful tools for participant success and long-term sustainability.
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promoting your Treatment Court

Why Promoting Your Treatment Court Builds Long-Term Support (Part Two)

Promoting your Treatment Court isn't about increasing participants—it's about building broad-based support to ensure sustainability. From engaging the media to leveraging public awareness campaigns, this blog offers proven strategies to raise visibility, solidify funding, and prepare your court for long-term success amid shifting political and public landscapes.
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sustainability plan

Creating a Sustainability Plan for Your Treatment Court (Part One)

Developing a sustainability plan is vital for launching and maintaining a successful Treatment Court. This blog explores how a well-crafted plan aligns your team, secures resources, anticipates challenges, and builds credibility with stakeholders. It’s a dynamic roadmap that supports your court’s mission from funding to community support.
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veterans treatment courts

Veterans Treatment Courts: A Special Court to Deal Effectively with Convicted Veterans

Veterans treatment courts offer a second chance to veterans like Joe, who return from combat with PTSD and trauma. This blog explains how these courts connect justice-involved veterans to treatment, accountability, and peer support—ultimately saving lives and reducing incarceration. The results are remarkable, and the need is urgent.
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