LASALLE COUNTY became an ARI site in October 2013 to create an intensive supervision probation program for individuals violating the conditions of their probation and in need of additional services. In early 2018, stakeholders working with the LaSalle County 708 Mental Health Board used additional ARI funds to create a Treatment Alternative Court (TAC) to divert justice-involved people with mental health issues from prison. ARI also supports the LaSalle County Drug Court, which is operated with the leadership of the State's Attorney's Office.
Operated out of the 13th Judicial Circuit Probation and Court Services Department, the LaSalle County ARI program includes reduced probation caseloads, cognitive behavioral therapy (Moral Reconation Therapy), additional individual and group therapy opportunities, substance use disorder treatment opportunities, medication assistance, and community service events. The LaSalle County ARI program is responsive to social determinants of health by connecting participants to local employment, educational and vocational opportunities, emergency and transitional housing, transportation assistance, and necessary personal items (hygiene, clothing).
The LaSalle County ARI program is a partnership between the 13th Judicial Circuit Probation and Court Services Department, LaSalle County State’s Attorney, the LaSalle County Public Defender, the Judiciary, North Central Behavioral Health Systems (mental health & substance use disorder treatment), North Central Area Transport, OSF Multi-Specialty Group, and other community partners.
Program contact:
Charles Goodwin, Director of Court Services, 13th Judicial Circuit
815-434-8668