National Treatment Court Month
Published on May 28, 2026
May is National Treatment Court Month, a time to recognize the important work treatment courts do in our community.
Treatment courts help people in the justice system who are facing substance use or mental health challenges. These programs combine treatment, support, and court supervision to help participants make positive changes and improve public safety.
Outagamie County offers several treatment court programs to meet the needs of participants:
- Drug & Alcohol Treatment Court
- Veterans Treatment Court
- Mental Health Court
Each program helps participants work toward recovery, stability, and long-term success by providing treatment, supervision, and connections to community resources.
Helping Participants Build a Better Future
Treatment courts focus on helping people make lasting changes. Participants work closely with a team that supports them throughout the program and helps them stay focused on their goals.
These programs are structured, long-term efforts that include regular court appearances, treatment participation, and ongoing supervision. The length of the program varies based on each person’s progress and needs.
Through this process, individuals have the opportunity to improve their lives while also helping make the community safer for everyone.
Benefits to the Community
Research and experience show that treatment courts can:
- Reduce repeat offenses
- Improve recovery and stability
- Strengthen families
- Reduce jail and court costs
- Increase community safety
By addressing the causes behind criminal behavior, treatment courts help create healthier outcomes for participants, families, and the community.
Recognizing the Team Behind Treatment Courts
Treatment courts succeed because of the teamwork and dedication of many people, including judges, coordinators, treatment providers, attorneys, probation officers, law enforcement, peer support specialists, and community partners.
Their work helps participants overcome challenges, celebrate progress, and build stronger futures.
Learn More
Individuals interested in learning more about treatment court programs may contact Outagamie County Criminal Justice Treatment Services (CJTS).
To experience the impact of treatment courts, watch this brief video by All Rise, showcasing treatment court graduates and the benefits of program participation: Treatment Court Graduates RISE.
Explore more about treatment courts on a national scale by visiting the All Rise website.