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Community Corrections seeks grant for mental health

The Truth - 7/1/2022

Jun. 28—GOSHEN — Community corrections could grow its mental health programming to reach minorities with a $100,000 grant from Family Services.

The Elkhart County Board of Commissioners on Monday approved a grant application for up to $100,000 for Elkhart County Community Corrections. The Family and Social Services Administration funds will help with mental health issues among people serving time in alternative placement, according to Emily Toledo with ECCC.

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