Palmer Therapeutic Court / Coordinated Resources Project (CRP)
Daybreak Incorporated has been a proud partner of the Palmer Therapeutic Court since its inception in 2005, providing dedicated case management services to support participants in their recovery and reintegration.
Palmer Coordinated Resources Project (PCRP)
A Therapeutic Court Approach to Justice
The Palmer Coordinated Resources Project (PCRP) is a specialized therapeutic or problem-solving court serving individuals in the Mat-Su Borough who have been charged with misdemeanor or low-level felony offenses and are living with mental health disorders or disabilities
Purpose of PCRP
PCRP aims to divert eligible individuals from incarceration by connecting them with community-based treatment and support services. The ultimate goal is to reduce repeated contact with the criminal justice system and promote long-term wellness and stability.
Key Objectives
- Promote public safety
- Reduce inappropriate incarceration
- Lower rates of criminal and psychiatric recidivism
- Support community reintegration
- Ease the burden on correctional facilities
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in PCRP, individuals must:
- Be charged with a misdemeanor or low-level felony
- Have a diagnosed mental illness (beneficiary of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority)
- Reside in the Mat-Su Borough
- Be eligible for community treatment services
- Voluntarily agree to follow an individualized case plan instead of traditional bail or sentencing
Our Role in the Palmer Therapeutic Court
Daybreak’s case managers work closely with individuals referred by the court to provide comprehensive support, including:
- Housing Assistance
Helping participants locate safe and stable housing. - Benefits Navigation
Assisting with applications for public benefits and services. - Behavioral Health Support
Connecting individuals to mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services available in the community.
Contact
Jennifer Billinger, Community Behavioral Health Worker/CRP
Phone: 907-746-6019
Email: jennifer@daybreakmhsc.com