Free Through Recovery

Free Through Recovery is a community-based behavioral health program led by the ND Behavioral Health and Human Services. This program is designed to increase recovery support services to individuals involved with the criminal justice system who have behavioral health concerns.

Program
Includes:

Program
Includes:

F5 Project is proud to be a provider of Free Through Recovery.  Through this program, participants will receive:

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CARE COORDINATION

This is an ongoing source of connection with a Care Coordinator. They’ll help participants access treatment and recovery support services, and creatively addressing barriers to individual success.  It also includes the provision of assessment, care planning, referrals, and monitoring collaboration with clinical services and probation and parole.

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RECOVERY SERVICES

Includes access to supportive housing, educational opportunities, meaningful employment, leisure activities and wellness, family and community social supports, parenting education, spiritual engagement, nourishment assistance programs, and any other individualized resources needed to help participants lead a healthy and fulfilling life.

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PEER SUPPORT

Connection with a peer who has similar lived experience.  Peer support specialists provide mentorship, advocacy and additional recovery support.

Requirements

The mission of Free Through Recovery is to improve healthcare outcomes and reduce recidivism by delivering high-quality community behavioral health services linked with community supervision.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE THROUGH RECOVERY, INDIVIDUALS MUST:

  • Be a North Dakota Resident
  • Be at least 18 years or older
  • Be involved in the criminal justice system (parole/probation, transitioning from prison)
  • Be at risk for future criminal justice involvement
  • Show signs of a behavioral health condition, such as:
    • Bipolar disorder
    • Major depression
    • Psychotic disorders of all types
    • Post-traumatic stress disorder
    • Obsessive compulsive disorder
    • Borderline personality disorder
    • Panic disorder
    • Moderate and severe substance use disorder(s)
  • Display concerns/challenges in areas of daily living (housing, employment, etc.)
  • Be referred to the program by a parole or probation officer, or if the person is transitioning from prison, through assessment within prison facilities.

If you'd like more details regarding Free Through Recovery, contact us!

Regardless of Your Circumstances

If you do not qualify for Free Through Recovery, there are other resources available. We’re here to help. Contact us to get started.