For someone transitioning out of a Rhode Island correctional facility, what is the main purpose of discharge planning? What types of support services does the Reentry Services Unit offer, and are there any specialized discharge planners for specific needs?
Navigate to the 'Programs & Services' section. Click on 'Transitional Services & Discharge Planning' to access the 'Reentry Services Unit' page. Read the content on the 'Reentry Services Unit' page to identify the main goal of discharge planning, the types of services offered, and any specialized discharge planners mentioned.
State that the primary goal of discharge planning is to create a transition plan and ensure the offender receives necessary services in the community post-release to facilitate successful reentry and prevent further incarcerations. List the following primary categories of services: housing, mental health, health services, substance use disorder treatment, medically assisted treatment, and youthful offender programming. Identify and list the specialized discharge planners or areas of focus as: severe mental illness, youthful offender related issues, substance issues, and medical discharge.