Pierce County establishes 'Veterans Drug Court' | Health

Just in time for Veteran’s Day, Pierce County has announced that military veterans with drug-dependency problems will have access to Veterans Drug Court.

The new program will serve veterans who have become involved with the criminal justice system, are determined to be drug dependent and who in many cases suffer from combat-related mental disorders.

Veterans Drug Court will provide a dedicated treatment program in tandem with the Pierce County Alliance. The Pierce County Alliance is a longtime treatment provider for the original Drug Court.

In addition, the new drug court will work in partnership with federal and state veterans' offices, government agencies and community organizations to access the range of services needed to stabilize the veteran and ultimately to reintegrate them into the community through viable employment, safe shelter and, when needed, reunification with families.