An interesting, strong plug for therapeutic communities in America:
"The Conservative Case for Criminal Justice Reform", Sen. Mike Lee
http://www.theamericanconservative.com/articles/the-conservative-case-for-criminal-justice-reform/
"Finally, starting in the late 1970s, there was a proliferation of
prison alternatives—like therapeutic communities, long-term residential
treatment centers, and drug courts. All of which enabled offenders to
stay connected to community, family, and work while serving out their
sentences."
"So he chose Odyssey House. And since moving in ten months ago, Paul has
flourished. Like most therapeutic communities, Odyssey House is
essentially run by the recovering addicts residing there. So everyone
has to pitch in—not just to earn success, but to earn trust."
and more
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Dr. Craig Fees, RMARA
Archivist
Planned Environment Therapy Trust Archive and Study Centre: "Archive of
the Year 2013"; "Most Impactful Archive 2012"
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