Vegas Stronger, providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment for mental illness, substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders, and serious emotional disturbance. - Project Name: Vegas Stronger BHP Early Diversion Program for Adults and Youth Project Summary: Vegas Stronger is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment for mental illness, substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders, and serious emotional disturbance. The project focuses on serving specific populations, including veterans, Spanish-speaking individuals, youth, and those experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk. By implementing proactive and rehabilitative approaches, the Early Diversion Program aims to divert individuals from the criminal justice system, address underlying causes of criminal behavior, reduce recidivism rates, and enhance community safety. Purpose: The purpose of the Early Diversion Program is to offer alternatives to prosecution and incarceration by providing interventions and services, such as counseling, treatment, education, and job training. The program seeks to transform lives positively, foster community integration, and reduce mental health-related crises. Vegas Stronger aims to enhance the overall well-being and mental health outcomes of individuals dealing with mental illness and addiction. Year 1 Goals: 1. Implement a successful Early Diversion Program that diverts at least 50% of eligible youth and adults from the justice system and connects them with community-based mental health services. 2. Increase the diversity and cultural competency of the workforce in the Early Diversion Program by 20% through recruitment strategies, training programs, and fostering an inclusive work environment. 3. Increase community awareness and engagement with the Early Diversion Program through meetings, informational materials, community events, and partnerships with local media outlets. Year 2 Goal: Reduce the rate of psychiatric emergencies and crisis hospitalizations related to mental illness by 20% through comprehensive crisis intervention and prevention services. Year 3 Goal: Increase the social inclusion and community integration of individuals with mental illness by successfully reintegrating 25% of enrolled clients into the community through integration programs. Population and Number to be Served: The project aims to serve 325 individuals over the course of five years, focusing on youth, veterans, Spanish-speakers, and individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness
