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The Specialized Treatment Recovery Services (STARS) program is a support services program of Bridges Inc. STARS works with three specific client populations and is designed to provide Sacramento County with case monitoring for adults and juveniles dealing with substance abuse issues. The program provides parents involved with Child Protective Services and Sacramento County Dependency Courts with assistance in meeting the mandates given to them regarding drug and alcohol treatment, testing and support. The STARS program monitors clients for the Dependency Drug Court and the Early Intervention Family Drug Court.
Juveniles on probation for substance abuse issues also receive case monitoring from STARS. The program supports the adolescents in meeting the requirements of their alcohol and drug treatment or education plans, as set forth by the Juvenile Courts.
Early Intervention Family Drug Court
In June, 2007, Sacramento County Child Protective Services, Alcohol and Drug Services and Bridges were awarded a federal grant to increase the well-being and improve permanency outcomes for children affected by parental substance abuse. This 5-year grant is being utilized to fund the Early Intervention Family Drug Court (EIFDC), a program designed and based on the success of Sacramento County Dependency Drug Court. This new voluntary drug court program began in February, 2008 and will enhance the services provided to parents before the removal of the children is necessary. This program is designed for mothers (and their partners) who have given birth to a baby born with drugs in his or her system. STARS will provide parents with the support, encouragement and accountability of a Recovery Specialist to help them access and complete alcohol and drug treatment.
For more detailed information, please contact Jeff Pogue 916.453.2704 ext. 17
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