Adult Deflection Program

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Program History: 

The program started in 2019 as a pre-arrest Diversion program. Door County recognized a need to better reach and serve individuals in our community which prompted a transition in 2024 from Diversion to Deflection. 

 About: 

Door County Deflection is grant funded through the Department of Justice. Deflection is a proactive community approach that addresses public health and safety challenges faced in the community. Deflection seeks to address underlying substance misuse needs and reduce exposure to the criminal justice system by identifying and deflecting at-risk populations toward treatment and recovery services.

Door County Deflection is a voluntary program that offers Participants with substance misuse concerns the opportunity to receive connections to services and resources, at the earliest point possible, to improve their recovery outcomes and mitigate risk of criminal justice system involvement. The program may also be utilized as an alternative to arrest or citation for eligible offenses referred by Law Enforcement. 

Participants are required to complete an assessment to determine the appropriate level of treatment services and case management support. All program Participants are expected to follow program guidelines and requirements. There is no fee for participating in the program. The program may assist Participants with treatment-related expenses.

 Benefits of Deflection:

Deflection can improve recovery outcomes, reduce criminal activity and recidivism, enhance police and community relations, and improve participant housing, employment, or educational outcomes.

 Eligibility:

  • 18+ years of age
  • Door County resident
  • Must have substance misuse related needs
  • Must be willing to participate in recommended recovery-related services 
  • If referred by Law Enforcement Officers, must be determined eligible based on screening criteria

 Services Offered:

  • Mental Health & Substance Misuse Treatment
  • Peer Support & Recovery Support
  • Overdose Prevention
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Housing Support
  • Service Coordination & Referrals

 Referrals:

Referrals to the program can be made by local Law Enforcement Officers, First Responders, or Individuals interested in services. The Deflection Program Staff can complete outreach in the field to engage individuals associated with substance misuse, which can also result in a program referral.

If you feel you may be eligible for the Deflection Program and wish to participate, you may contact the Deflection Case Manager to complete a Self-Referral. 

 Program Staff:

Kyanna Francour                                                                    Andrew Janikowski

Coordinated Response Specialist                                        Mental Health & Community Engagement Deputy

(Deflection Case Manager)                                                    920-746-2554

920-746-5669                                                                            ajanikowski@co.door.wi.us

kfrancour@co.door.wi.us