Treatment & Community Services
Volunteers of America Texas strives to change the lives of offenders through professional rehabilitation. The ultimate goal is to give them the social, spiritual, and vocational tools needed to reintegrate into mainstream society, make positive contributions, and avoid repeat offenses. Our substance abuse programs include both residential and outpatient treatment for alcohol and drug addictions, and education programs to help prevent substance abuse.
Volunteers of America Texas is a leader in the development of programs that provide specialized case management services to first-time offenders or targeted offenders, such as those charged with DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or domestic violence. Intensive supervision and support can also divert youth from the court system or incarceration.
Community Sanction and Re-entry Centers
Volunteers of America Texas is a leader in providing services to re-entry populations. The organization provides a continuum of proven service models to help offenders rebuild their lives and re-enter their communities. Through services such as literacy training, housing location, and alcohol and substance comprehensive treatment, case management offenders gain skills and are empowered to succeed. Residents secure employment, participate in education and life skills training and learn to give back to their community through community service experiences. Programs are operated through agreements with the Federal Bureau of Prisons and U.S. Probation Department, as well as states and counties. Programs are operated in over 50 residential re-entry facilities located across the country.
Residential/Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment
Alivio Diversion Program
Riverside Treatment Center
M.I.N.T (Mothersand Infants Together)
We provide pre and post-natal residential services for women incarcerated in federal correctional facilities. The program facilitates bonding at the beginning of the baby’s life. This results in a better transition for baby, mother, and temporary caregivers.
State Certified Offender Education Classes
Drug Offender Education Program
DSHS State Approved DOEP
Education Resource provides state approved Drug Offender classes certified by Texas Department of State Health Services. This class is for individuals who have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony drug offense. This class will satisfy the requirement for education because of a suspended driver's license. The standardized program is 15 hours in length taught in three-hour segments. It is designed to educate participants on drug abuse. Participants will develop a personal action plan so that they can avoid future drug use and the resulting consequences.
Course Focus:
• History of Drug Abuse
• How Drugs Work
• Drug/DWI Laws
• Health Issues
• Personal Action Plan
For more information, contact:
Lynn Smith, M.Ed.,LCDC.,ACPS
lsmith@voatx.org
Director of Prevention/Intervention and Diversion Services
Volunteers of America Texas, Inc.
1500 N. Main St. Suite 150
Fort Worth, Texas 76164
Office: 817-529-7313
Fax: 817-259-1032
For more information on our services please contact us by email at CTC@voatx.org.