Model Jail Diversion and Reentry Service Programs: Review of the Literature November 14, 2019 MAMH This paper summarizes recent literature related to model jail diversion and reentry services and programs and offers guidance to state and local jurisdictions to develop a full continuum of effective jail diversion services.
Testimony Supporting Creation of a Criminal Justice and Community Support Trust Fund October 22, 2019 MAMH MAMH testimony submitted October 22, 2019 supports S.1662, which would create a trust fund that could accept third-party funding for behavioral health diversion from the criminal justice system.
Testimony Opposing Legislation to Allow Restrictive Housing for More Individuals with Mental Health Conditions October 22, 2019 MAMH MAMH testimony submitted October 7, 2019 opposes H. 1571, which would change the definition of Serious Mental Illness in order to allow restrictive housing for people who have anxiety disorders, trauma, and stress-related disorders.
Testimony of Designees to the Restrictive Housing Oversight Committee on Proposed Regulations July 19, 2019 Prisoners' Legal Services of Massachusetts Joint testimony of members of the Department of Corrections' Restrictive Housing Oversight Committee requesting significant amendments to emergency regulations that would affect the RHOC's ability to meet its legislative mandate.
Middlesex County Restoration Center Commission: Year One Findings and Recommendations June 21, 2019 Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian & Danna Mauch ​This report reviews jail diversion programs in Middlesex County and nationally and summarizes findings and recommendations for improvements to the Massachusetts diversion and behavioral health continuum of care.
