LHC Veterans Treatment Court November 2015

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1 LHC Veterans Treatment Court November 2015 Our last hike in October at Windsor State Park was a great opportunity for LHC s Justice Involved Veterans to get out and enjoy each others company. Family members, Vet Court staff and Counselors also attended to show their support. There were over 43 participates combined, inspiring more hikes in our Veterans Treatment Court s future.

2 The London Bridge Days Parade was a huge success. Veterans Treatment Court was represented proudly by many of the Veterans Resource Team members. The train had every counseling agency represented and many of the supporting Veteran organizations. The VRT has been one of the strongest supports to the success of our Veterans Court and the Justice Involved Veterans.

3 Lake Havasu Veterans Treatment Court is excited to announce the upcoming events scheduled to include an opportunity to give back. All events will meet at the Court House. Transportation and Lunch will be Provided. o Buckskin State Park Hike November 14, 2015 at 8:30am Intermediate Hike/ Light Climbing Spreading Holiday Cheer December 9, 2015 at 12:00 pm Xmas cards for Veterans at Walter Reed & a care package for deployed troops Sara Park Hike January 16, 2015 at 9:00am Light/ intermediate Hiking Limited to Veterans w/out noise sensitivity Windsor Beach Hike February 20, 2015 at 9:00am Easy Stroll

4 The identified number of Justice Involved Veterans in Mohave County is increasing. With limited resources available, the operation of a Veterans Treatment Court in a rural area can be difficult. With the support of the Community and Veteran agencies, Lake Havasu City has successfully operated a Veterans Treatment Court for 2 years with a 0% graduate recidivism rate. As our program has grown and developed, the need in other communities has become apparent. Partnering through a regional administration with Lake Havasu City, the City of Kingman will open their doors to Kingman s Veterans Treatment Court November Kingman s Veterans Treatment Court will better serve its Justice Involved Veterans and aspires to reduce the recidivism rate and ultimately reduce costs to the community. The Regional Partnership of two Veteran Treatment Courts will increase Veteran resources, streamline procedures and operations and provide a platform for all of Lake Havasu City s and Kingman s Justice Involved Veterans to succeed.

5 Name: Randall Dolman Service: Navy VTC Grad: 10/09/2015 VTC Experience: I believe Veterans Court is on the right track. Veterans have experienced enough pain in their lives and should not have to continue to be involved in the Justice System especially combat Veterans. In Veterans Court, you feel kindness, cared for and loved. Any of the Veteran resources or services that seemed out of reach, Vet Court makes available. I cannot say enough good things about this program and its effect it had on me. I hope to get further involved through mentorship. - Randall Dolman

6 Veterans Day Parade Sponsored by VRT Lake Havasu City, Az Come enjoy the Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2015 from 10:00 am 12:00 pm The Veterans Treatment Court & Veterans Resource Team will have a participating float in the parade down Main Street Lake Havasu Veterans Fishing Classic Sponsored by BLM/FCO Lake Havasu City, Az Veterans Fishing Classic event is being held on November 10, 2015 from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. This event is open to Veterans with disabilities and their families as an integral part of the resocialization and rehabilitation process. All equipment is supplied for Veterans. Participates and volunteers are needed. If you are interested in volunteering or donating, please contact Mike Boller (301)

7 Family and Friends are always welcome at our Veterans Treatment Court Hearings. We firmly believe it is their involvement that helps with the recovery process. To encourage Family and Friends involvement, for every one person a Justice Involved Veteran brings to court, they will receive a ticket to be placed into a raffle. Each Vet Court, we will draw a name and the Veteran picked will receive a gift. A small token for the big support you will receive!

8 Always remember the 3 Rules of Lake Havasu Veterans Treatment Court: Be Honest, Show Up and Try! -Judge Kalauli VTC Wants Your Help!! Have you served in the Military? Do you have a passion for helping fellow Veterans? We want YOU to be involved in our LHC Veterans Treatment Court Mentor Program!!! For more information please contact: Joan McDermott (928) Mcdermott.joan@gmail.com