FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How much does your program cost?

 A: There is no cost for this program.

Q: Does my child have to come home with me even if the police bring him/her to the JAC?

A: Yes. Parents/guardians must pick up their child, arrange for him/her to stay with a friend or relative, or arrange other placement. If parent/guardian refuses to pick up child and all other options are exhausted, Human Services becomes involved. Parents/guardian remain financially responsible for placement of their child.

Q: Does the JAC provide any long-term or extensive mental health placement or services?

A: The JAC provides only assessment and referral services. No extensive mental health testing or long-term services are provided.

Q: What resources/referrals do you provide?

 A: The JAC has listings for several hundred programs from areas such as anger management, mental health, substance abuse, GED, and other educational services and many more.