I’ve heard about a statewide program called “Care Court.” What is that and how does it relate to homelessness?
I’ve heard about a statewide program called “Care Court.” What is that and how does it relate to homelessness?
January 7, 2025
Care Court (Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment) was established with the passage of SB 1338 to provide community-based behavioral health services and support to eligible Californians living with schizophrenia spectrum or other psychotic disorders through a civil court process. The CARE Act authorizes specified adult people to petition a civil court to create a voluntary CARE agreement or a court-ordered CARE plan that may include treatment, housing resources, and other services. Counties in California are responsible for the administration and management of this program. First responders are among the people who can initiate the petition process. Locally, the City of Sebastopol is partnering with West County Community Services in identifying people in our area who may be eligible and who might benefit from this program. More information can be found in this link:
