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1 Anaheim Marriott Anaheim, California May 28-31, 2014 Vet Court Con Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs

2 Dear Friends and Colleagues, Welcome to the 2nd Annual Vet Court Con! It is my honor to welcome you to Anaheim for what will be a historic gathering of the brightest minds in criminal justice, treatment, and military/veterans affairs. In December we came together for the inaugural Vet Court Con, and in the months since Veterans Treatment Courts have continued to spread across the nation. Our collective mission over the next four days will be to ensure that Veterans Treatment Courts continue to develop as the most innovative, unique and effective solution to veterans coming into contact with the justice system as a result of substance abuse and/or mental health conditions. This conference will provide you with the opportunity to share your ideas and expertise, make meaningful connections, and get reenergized for the critical work you do day in and day out. To aid in this mission, Justice For Vets has assembled over 130 hours of cutting-edge education. Whether you are an experienced Veterans Treatment Court professional or new to the model, this conference will give you the education you need to further your work on behalf of our nation s veterans. Additionally, we are honored that this year s Vet Court Con will once again feature a Boot Camp for volunteer veteran mentors. The Justice For Vets Mentor Corps exists to provide Veterans Treatment Courts with trained mentors ready to assist in the transformation of veterans in your programs. You will not want to miss the swearing in of the 2nd class of volunteer mentors during the Closing Ceremony on Friday morning. Thanks to you, Veterans Treatment Courts are forever changing the way veterans in the criminal justice system are assessed, sentenced and treated and for that this nation owes each and every one of you a debt of gratitude. Together, we are making great strides towards our mission of putting a Veterans Treatment Court within reach of every veteran in need. I look forward to working with all of you as we continue our march towards this important goal. Enjoy your conference! Sincerely, Melissa Fitzgerald Senior Director Justice For Vets

3 2014 Anaheim, CA Acknowledgements Many thanks to our federal partners for their ongoing efforts and support of Veterans Treatment Courts throughout the nation: Additional thanks to our other partners whose efforts contributed to this conference: The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators at HHS-sponsored conferences do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the Department of Health and Human Services or the Department of Justice; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. 1

4 PRESENTS ROCK LEGENDS The American Vinyl All Star Band A BENEFIT CONCERT FEATURING Jeffery Skunk Baxter (DOOBIE BROTHERS/STEELY DAN) Barry Goudreau & Fran Sheehan (formerly of the band BOSTON) Leroy LSR Romans (THE WAILERS/3RD WORLD) Robert Mousey Thomson (JAMES BROWN) Danny Beissel (FOSTERCHILD) & guest stars Hugh McDonald (BON JOVI) Charlie Colin (TRAIN) MAY 29 ANAHEIM CONVENTION CENTER Doors open at 7 PM $30 GENERAL ADMISSION $25 ACTIVE DUTY BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY! OR AT REGISTRATION WITH EMCEE DENISE RICHARDS

5 2014 Anaheim, CA Table of Contents Staff... 4 Board of Directors... 5 Discipline Specific Breakouts Step Meetings... 7 Featured Guests... 8 Veteran Mentor Boot Camp Conference At-A-Glance Training Track Descriptions Hotel Floor Plan Wednesday Schedule Thursday Schedule Friday Schedule Saturday Schedule Session Tables Justice For Vets welcomes the diversity of methods and opinions shared through the interactive format of this conference. Justice For Vets does not necessarily endorse all of the viewpoints expressed. 3

6 Vet Court Con: Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs Staff Justice For Vets is a division of the National Association of Drug Court Professionals Joyce Barrow Project Director Percy Brooks Registrar Jennifer Columbel Senior Director, Public Policy Vanessa Cunningham Research Coordinator Kristen Deutsch Director of Development Chris Deutsch Director of Communications Melissa Fitzgerald Senior Director, Justice For Vets Carson Fox Chief Operating Officer Bonnie Greenslade Training Coordinator Ingrid Gutierrez Training Coordinator Carolyn Hardin Senior Director National Drug Court Institute Sonya Harper Project Director Ashley Harron Associate Chief of Science, Law and Policy West Huddleston Chief Executive Officer Clifford Jacobs Training Coordinator Hon. J. Michael Kavanaugh Senior Director National Center for DWI Courts Jennifer Lubold Director of Conferences Douglas Marlowe, Ph.D., J.D. Chief of Science, Law and Policy Janet McCuller Chief Financial Officer Meisha Moody Office Manager Jontelle Niblock Accounting Technician Brittney Parks Communications Coordinator Rhonda Pence Public Relations Manager Mike Soussi-Tanani Associate Director of Conferences Frank Stewart Special Assistant to the CEO Scott Swain Project Director Clyde J. (Butch) Tate II Major General, US Army (Retired) Senior Fellow for Veteran Legal Affairs Tonya Voelker Assoc. Director of Legislative Affairs Iesha Ward Receptionist RESOURCE CONSULTANTS Hon. Jeri Beth Cohen Senior Judicial Fellow Hon. William G. Meyer (ret.) Senior Judicial Fellow Former Congressman Jim Ramstad Senior Policy Analyst The staff provide technical assistance and training, host annual training conferences, provide advocacy, sponsor research, disseminate information and provide a number of other services to the field throughout the year. We are indebted to our staff for all their hard work. VISION STATEMENT: Justice For Vets exists to fight for the freedom of all veterans who suffer with addiction and trauma. MISSION STATEMENT: Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs. 4 JUSTICE FOR VETS VET COURT CON

7 2014 Anaheim, CA Board of Directors Hon. Jeff Bagley Cumming, GA Hon. Michael Barrasse Scranton, PA Hon. Rogelio Flores Santa Maria, CA Hon. Richard Gebelein Wilmington, DE Hon. Pamela Gray Washington, DC Hon. Bob Helfrich Hattiesburg, MS Scott Henggeler, Ph.D. Charleston, SC Domingo Herraiz Washington, DC Earl Hightower Studio City, CA Mary Kay Hudson Indianapolis, IN Mack Jenkins San Diego, CA Chief Russell B. Laine Algonquin, IL Hon. Leonia J. Lloyd Detroit, MI Hon. Stephen Manley San Jose, CA General Barry R. McCaffrey (USA Ret.) Seattle, WA Connie Payne Frankfort, KY Hon. Louis Presenza (Emeritus) Philadelphia, PA Hon. Robert Rancourt Center City, MN Hon. Ruben Reyes Lubbock, TX Lynn Richardson Dallas, TX Charles R. Robinson Austin, TX Hon. Robert Russell (Emeritus) Buffalo, NY Hon. John R. Schwartz (Emeritus) Rochester, NY Hon. Chuck Simmons Greenville, SC Hon. Keith Starrett (Chair) Hattiesburg, MS Hon. Jeff Tauber (Emeritus) Albany, CA The NADCP Board of Directors works tirelessly on behalf of the Veterans Treatment Court field. These individuals give generously of their time, energy, and expertise throughout the year to ensure we move towards our goal of putting a Veterans Treatment Court within reach of every Veteran in need. Please take the opportunity to thank our Board members for their dedication! 5

8 Vet Court Con: Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs Discipline Specific Breakouts Want to know what sessions you should attend? Have questions about the conference agenda? Need to discuss burning issues impacting your program? Discipline-specific sessions are for you!! Vet Court Con includes many opportunities for disciplines to meet and resolve burning issues and critical questions. Starting on Wednesday morning at 10:00 am, after the Opening Ceremony report to the breakout designated for your discipline and an expert practitioner who shares your role on the team will facilitate the breakout. The facilitator will review the conference program, identify sessions specifically designed for your role on the team, and lead discussion to address your burning issues. Then, on Saturday morning from 8:00-9:30 am, the discipline-specific groups will reconvene to further triage burning issues, and your facilitator will continue to suggest conference sessions and additional resources, so you can make the most from your conference experience! Plus, by attending the discipline breakouts, you will have the opportunity to meet other conference attendees who share your role in other Veterans Treatment Courts! Wednesday, May 28 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Room VCC-DSB-1 VTC Mentor Coordinators Ray Melens Orange County Ballroom Salon 1-3 VCC-DSB-3 Judges Hon. Jo Ann Ferdinand Marquis South VCC-DSB-4 VJOs/VA Sean Clark, Joel Rosenthal Marquis Northeast VCC-DSB-5 Mental Health and AOD Treatment Kaitlin Ripple Marquis Northwest VCC-DSB-6 Prosecutors Tammy Westcott Grand Ballroom E VCC-DSB-7 Defense Attorneys Jack Zanerhaft Grand Ballroom C-D VCC-DSB-8 Program Administrators Kim Parsons Orange County Ballroom, Salon 4 VCC-DSB-9 Supervision/Law Enforcement Joyce Barrow Grand Ballroom J-K Saturday May 31 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Room VCC-DSB-1 VTC Mentor Coordinators Ray Melens Orange County Ballroom Salon 1-3 VCC-DSB-3 Judges Hon. Jo Ann Ferdinand Marquis South VCC-DSB-4 VJOs/VA Sean Clark, Joel Rosenthal Marquis Northeast VCC-DSB-5 Mental Health and AOD Treatment Kaitlin Ripple Marquis Northwest VCC-DSB-6 Prosecutors Tammy Westcott Grand Ballroom E VCC-DSB-7 Defense Attorneys Jack Zanerhaft Grand Ballroom C-D VCC-DSB-8 Program Administrators Kim Parsons Orange County Ballroom, Salon 4 VCC-DSB-9 Supervision/Law Enforcement Joyce Barrow Grand Ballroom J-K 6 JUSTICE FOR VETS VET COURT CON

9 2014 Anaheim, CA 12 Step Meetings MARRIOTT SUITE 312, 3RD FLOOR, PALMS TOWER Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and Cocaine Anonymous Meetings Wednesday 5/28 Thursday 5/29 Friday 5/30 Saturday 5/31 6:30 a.m. AA (closed) AA (closed) AA (closed) AA (closed) 12:00 p.m. MA CA MA 6:30 p.m. CA NA NA 7:30 p.m. NA MA CA 8:30 p.m. AA (open) NA NA (open) Drug Court Expo Opening Reception Come Celebrate 25 Years of Drug Court! Wednesday, May 28 from 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Anaheim Convention Center, Hall A We Welcome You Back To The Future 1989 was a big year. Mikhail Gorbachev was named the Soviet president. Colin Powell became the first African American Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Field of Dreams was a box office blockbuster. But it was also in 1989 that the first Drug Court opened and brought an exciting new alternative to non-violent drug offenders. Now, 25 years later, it s time to party like it s Watch for some surprise performances at our Opening Reception and come ready to dance to the 80s maybe even The Electric Slide or The Robot. Join us and help us to remember why 1989 was a really important year. Drug Court Expo Dessert Reception! Thursday, May 29 from 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Anaheim Convention Center, Hall A Join us in the Drug Court Expo for a night of delicious desserts. This reception gives you a chance to network with the exhibitors and your peers. You can see cutting edge technology and services s available to Drug Courts around the world. And while you re there, e, we ask you thank our great exhibitors for their support. 7

10 Vet Court Con: Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs Featured Guests John P. JP Brown III AMVETS Past National Commander; Youngstown Municipal Veterans Court Mentor Coordinator Denise Richards Actress Barbara Van Dahlen, Ph.D. President Give an Hour John Rowan President and Chief Executive Officer, Vietnam Veterans of America Rear Admiral W. Clyde Marsh, USN, (ret.) Commissioner, AL Department of Veterans Affairs; President, National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs. Jonathan Shay, M.D., Ph.D. Author, Psychiatrist General Barry McCaffrey (ret.) President, McCaffrey & Assoc. Martin Sheen Actor All Rise Ambassador Former Congressman Patrick Murphy (D) Pennsylvania (Invited) Tom Tarantino Chief Policy Officer Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America 8 JUSTICE FOR VETS VET COURT CON

11 Veteran Mentor Boot Camp Veteran Mentor Boot Camp

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13 2014 Anaheim, CA Veteran Mentor Boot Camp GRAND BALLROOM A/B Wednesday, May 28 through Thursday, May 29 V eterans Treatment Courts thrive, in part, because they facilitate veterans in the community to be of service to their fellow veterans in need. In Veterans Treatment Court, veteran mentors volunteer their time and energy to be of service to veterans who need help. The Justice For Vets National Mentor Corps gives veterans a critical role in the community, and a sense of purpose that can only be achieved when one veteran saves the life of another. Serving in the Veterans Treatment Court unit allows them to serve shoulder to shoulder with dedicated judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, law enforcement, and treatment providers. Boot Camp will give volunteer Veteran Mentors the training they need to serve in a Veterans Treatment Court. By completing the Boot Camp, Veteran Mentors will be equipped to offer peer support to their fellow veterans, but also assist with housing, employment linkages, job training and education, transportation, disability compensation claims, discharge status and other linkages available for veterans at the local, state and federal level. Together as one, The Justice For Vets Mentor Corps builds on the undeniable truth; there is no bond as strong as the one that exists between those who have served their country. Co-Master of Ceremonies RanDee McLain and Stacy Hester will emcee the Veteran Mentor Boot Camp. RanDee McLain Mentor Coordinator San Diego Veterans Treatment Court San Diego, California Stacy Hester Mentor Coordinator Veterans Treatment Court Community Service Council Tulsa, Oklahoma 11

14 Vet Court Con: Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs Wednesday, May 28 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. What is a Veterans Treatment Court? 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. What is a Veterans Treatment Court? This session outlines the history, need, and success of Veterans Treatment Courts throughout the nation, while also providing a look at the structure and function of the program. The session will include an overview of the VTC team, typical eligibility guidelines, and requirements of veteran participants. Understand the history of a Veterans Treatment Court. Understand the criminal justice context and typical eligibility guidelines for Veteran participants. Identify the typical requirements of Veteran participants within Veterans Treatment Courts. s Hon. Robert Russell Presiding Judge Buffalo Veterans Treatment Court Buffalo, New York Role of the Veteran Mentor The role of the mentor is critical to the success of the veterans participants, and this session provides an overview of that role, describing the relationship between the mentor and participant including the duties and expectations. Understand the role of the veteran mentor. Identify the fundamental duties and expectations of being a veteran mentor. Jack O Connor Veteran Mentor Coordinator Buffalo Veterans Treatment Court Buffalo, New York Ethics and Boundaries 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Being a Veteran mentor is an enriching and valuable experience, both for the mentor and for the veteran participant. But a mentor s relationship has definite limits. This session will outline the ethical issues facing the veteran mentor and discuss boundaries the mentor should maintain during his/her mentoring of the Veterans Treatment Court participant. Understand the ethical issues facing veteran mentors. Identify appropriate boundaries in the mentor/ mentee relationship. Incorporate ethics/boundary issues in working with your virtual veteran mentee. Robert Tuttle Professor of Law Berz Research Professor of Law & Religion GWU Law School Washington, DC 12 JUSTICE FOR VETS VET COURT CON

15 2014 Anaheim, CA Thursday, May 29 10:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Veteran Participants in Veterans Treatment Courts 10:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. This session provides an overview of the issues facing the typical participant in a Veterans Treatment Court, including but not limited to mental health issues (such as post traumatic stress, depression), and substance abuse issues (alcohol and other drugs). At the end of this session, each mentor will be assigned a virtual client that client will provide the mentor an opportunity throughout the Boot Camp to provide support and implement skills learned in each succeeding session. Identify the typical characteristics of a participant in a Veterans Treatment Court. Learn to begin triaging a mentee and connecting him/her with available resources. Joyce Barrow Project Director Veterans Treatment Court Initiative Justice for Vets Alexandria, Virginia Veterans Service Organization, Veterans, and VTCs 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Understanding the value of Veterans Service Organizations is critical to the successful relationship between the mentor and Veterans Treatment Court participant. This session provides an overview of the Veterans Service Organizations, including the benefits, services, and resources they offer our Veterans. The session will outline the role VSOs play in the success of Veterans Treatment Courts, including an overview of the State Department/Commissions of Veterans Affairs the infrastructure, resources, and role of the Veteran Service Officers. Understand the relationship between the Veterans Treatment Court, mentor, and Veterans Service Organizations to the success of your Veteran participant mentee. Continue to learn how to link your Veteran mentee to services available through Vet Service Organizations. Jack O Connor Veteran Mentor Coordinator Buffalo Veterans Treatment Court Buffalo, New York 13

16 Vet Court Con: Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs Navigating Benefits: Department of Veterans Affairs 2:45 p.m. 4:00 p.m. The most important interagency relationship in a successful Veterans Treatment Court is between the court and the Veterans Administration. The VA has a myriad of resources available and a staff dedicated to helping our nation s Veterans. This session will provide an overview of the structure of the VA, the role of the Veterans Justice Outreach Specialists, and the invaluable resources (for example, hospitals, Vet Centers, outpatient clinics). The session will include a review of the Veterans Benefit Administration infrastructure (location and capacity), role of Veterans Service Representatives, disability compensation, educational benefits, and training benefits. Understand the critical role of the VA in a successful Veterans Treatment Court. Continue to link your Veteran participant mentee with resources and services available through the Veterans Administration. s Sean Clark National Coordinator VHA Veterans Justice Outreach Lexington, Kentucky Joel Rosenthal National Training Director VHA Veterans Justice Programs Palo Alto, California Understand the additional resources available to a Veterans Treatment Court. Begin building your community coalition of resources. Continue to link your virtual Veteran mentee with resources to facilitate their completion of the Veterans Treatment Court. s Stacy Hester Mentor Coordinator U.S. Marine Veterans Treatment Court Community Service Council Tulsa, Oklahoma RanDee McLain Mentor Coordinator San Diego Veterans Treatment Court San Diego, California Jack O Connor Veteran Mentor Coordinator Buffalo Veterans Treatment Court Buffalo, New York Patrick Welch US Marine Corps (ret.) Senior Mentor Buffalo Veterans Treatment Court Buffalo, New York Building Your Veteran Community Coalition 4:15 p.m. 5:30 p.m. This session outlines the additional resources available to the Veteran mentor in shaping and building their relationship with the Veterans Treatment Court participant. The session will include an overview of additional educational and training opportunities, Department of Labor resources, and local resources (such as Chamber of Commerce). The session will end with each mentor building their community coalition of resources to serve Veterans Treatment Court participants. 14 JUSTICE FOR VETS VET COURT CON

17 Conference At A Glance Conference At-A-Glance

18 THIS YEAR! 12 Hours of social work continuing education credits to be approved by NASW Continuing Education Online Only Visit or the CLE/CJE/CEU desk at the Anaheim Convention Center, Lobby A, onsite for further instructions. To receive continuing education credits you must register with YOUR address. Deadline to submit evaluations: Arkansas: June 10, 2014 All other states: June 20, 2014 NADCP understands the importance of providing you with excellent education and we recognize the growing demand for Continuing Education evaluation and certificates in an online format. We are proud to provide an online system and simplify the process for you. You will be able to complete your evaluations and get your certificate up until June 10 (Arkansas) and June 20, 2014 (all other states). Continuing legal education (CLE) and continuing judicial education (CJE) credits will be offered for attorneys and judges attending the conference. Continuing education units (CEU) will be offered for mental health, social work, and drug addiction treatment professionals. A link will be sent to the address you provided when you registered. This will give you access to the session evaluations, post conference evaluation, and your certificate (#, State, type of certificate) in order to get credit. To receive CLE, CJE, or CEU credits, you must register with YOUR address. If you don t have an address or did not provide one when you registered see the onsite CLE/CJE/CEU desk or Ann Wilson at awilson0155@gmail.com for assistance. Attendees cannot use another attendee s link to access the survey as the certificate will be in another person s name. You must record each session you attended online in order to receive credit. Pre-approval of hours will still continue as in years past, and reports will still be made to states requiring reports from the provider. All reports will be based on the online evaluation and attendance that you complete. In order to receive credits, all evaluations must be completed in the online system by June 10 (Arkansas) and June 20, 2014 (all other states). Make sure to visit the CLE/CJE/CEU desk during the conference to obtain State required certificates (primarily CLE and CJE), to sign-in (CA CLE) and to ensure you are completing everything necessary to receive credit. NADCP is a NAADAC-approved education provider. Come to Your Senses Anaheim Marriott, Grand Ballroom G/H The Refuge, a Healing Place offers a full continuum of care for both men and women suffering from PTSD, Trauma, Substance Abuse, and Process Addictions. The Refuge treatment model utilizes holistic methods and experiential approaches to provide a safe and nurturing environment to heal. The work we are here to do is to transform the world. In order to transform the world we must first transform the mind. Meditation is a means to transform the mind. The morning guided meditations will provide grounding, energy and a mindfulness which will support the individual, the conference, the Drug Courts, and the world. Space is limited. Wednesday, May 28 7:00 a.m. 7:20 a.m. Grand Ballroom G/H Anaheim Marriott Thursday, May 29 7:00 a.m. 7:20 a.m. Grand Ballroom G/H Anaheim Marriott Friday, May 30 7:00 a.m. 7:20 a.m. Grand Ballroom G/H Anaheim Marriott

19 2014 Anaheim, CA Conference At-A-Glance Tuesday MAY 27 REGISTRATION TIME EVENT ROOM 2:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Registration Anaheim Convention Center, Lobby A Wednesday MAY 28 OPENING CEREMONY, DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC BREAKOUTS, VETERAN MENTOR CORPS BOOT CAMP, AND SKILLS BUILDING WORKSHOPS TIME EVENT ROOM 7:00 a.m. - 7:20 a.m. Come to Your Senses (Facilitated Meditation) Grand Ballroom G/H 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Marriott Ballroom Foyer 7:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Registration Anaheim Convention Center, Lobby A 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Opening Ceremony Platinum Ballroom 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Discipline Specific Breakouts See page 6 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Veteran Mentor Corps Boot Camp See page 11 12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Lunch on Your Own 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Skills Building Workshops VCC-SB-1 Incentives and Sanctions Platinum Ballroom VCC-SB-2 Implementing a VTC: Critical Steps and Orange County Veterans Treatment Court Team Court Session Grand Ballroom F VCC-SB-3 Data and Evaluation: How to Evaluate the Success of Your VTC Marquis Center VCC-SB-4 Listening to Themes: Trauma-Informed Treatment Marquis South VCC-SB-5 Federal Funding for VTCs Marquis Northeast VCC-SB-6 De-escalation of the Veteran in Crisis Grand Ballroom E VCC-SB-8 Traumatic Brain Injury Orange County Ballroom, Salon 1-3 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Drug Court Expo Opening Reception Come Celebrate 25 Years of Drug Court! Anaheim Convention Center, Hall A For Attorneys and Judges!! Vet Court Con includes a tremendous number of legal sessions. Sessions include topics on Ethics, Constitutional and Legal Issues, Confidentiality and Communication, and much more! Vet Court Con is a great tool for the lawyer or judge working in a Veterans Treatment Court. Please check with the Continuing Education booth in the Registration area at the Anaheim Convention Center to get more information on possible CLE credit for your attendance. Thanks for all your hard work in the Veterans Treatment Court field! 17

20 Vet Court Con: Veterans fought for our freedom, now it s our turn to fight for theirs Thursday MAY 29 CONCURRENT PLENARIES, CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS SESSION A, B, C, AND D, VETERAN MENTOR CORPS BOOT CAMP, AND BENEFIT CONCERT TIME EVENT ROOM 7:00 a.m. 7:20 a.m. Come to Your Senses (Facilitated Meditation) Grand Ballroom G/H 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Marriott Ballroom Foyer 7:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Registration Anaheim Convention Center, Lobby A 8:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Concurrent Plenaries VCC-CP-1 Complex Trauma in Veterans Marquis Center VCC-CP-2 Theater of War Platinum Ballroom 10:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Veteran Mentor Corps Boot Camp See page 13 10:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Concurrent Workshops Session VCC-A VCC-A-1 Why Veterans Treatment Court? Platinum Ballroom VCC-A-2 Portable Mindful Strategies for PTSD: Mantram Program Marquis Northwest VCC-A-3 Make Your VTC a Success: Evaluation Fundamentals Grand Ballroom E VCC-A-4 Confidentiality and Communication Marquis South VCC-A-5 Veterans Services and Benefits, State and Local Grand Ballroom F VCC-A-6 Identification of and Response to the Treatment Needs of Justice Involved Veterans Marquis Northeast VCC-A-7 Bipolar Disorder in Soldiers and Veterans Orange County Ballroom Salon 1-3 VCC-A-8 Building a Statewide Strategic Plan to Implement Veterans Treatment Courts Marquis Center 11:45 a.m. 1:15 p.m. Lunch on Your Own Concessions for purchase available in Drug Court Expo 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Concurrent Workshops Session VCC-B Anaheim Convention Center, Exhibit Hall A VCC-B-1 Key Components of Veterans Treatment Courts Platinum Ballroom VCC-B-2 Psychological and Moral Injury from War Marquis Northwest VCC-B-3 Building a Relationship Between the VA and the Courts Grand Ballroom E VCC-B-4 Constitutional Issues in VTCs Marquis South VCC-B-5 Supervision Fundamentals Veterans Treatment Court Grand Ballroom F VCC-B-6 Tele-Justice: Reaching Justice Involved Veterans through Telehealth Marquis Northeast VCC-B-8 Issues To Consider in Developing a Legislative Plan Marquis Center 2:45 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Concurrent Workshops Session VCC-C VCC-C-1 Role of the Veteran Mentor Platinum Ballroom VCC-C-2 Veteran Treatment Courts and Domestic Violence: Marquis Northwest Research, Assessment, Collaboration, and Best Practices This session is the abbreviated version of the Skills-Building session SB-11 on Friday afternoon from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. VCC-C-3 Lessons Learned from Felony Treatment Courts Grand Ballroom E VCC-C-4 The Role of the Judge: Ethics, Accountability, and Procedural Fairness Marquis South VCC-C-5 Discharge Status and Its Impact on Veterans in VTCs Grand Ballroom F VCC-C-6 Faith Based Initiatives Marquis Northeast VCC-C-7 Working with Justice Involved Female Veterans Orange County Ballroom Salon 1-3 VCC-C-8 Regional and Multi-Jurisdictional Courts Marquis Center 18 JUSTICE FOR VETS VET COURT CON

21 2014 Anaheim, CA 4:15 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Concurrent Workshops Session VCC-D VCC-D-1 Veteran Target Population (Who We are Serving) Platinum Ballroom VCC-D-2 The Icy Stairway from Combat Trauma to Substance Abuse Marquis Northwest VCC-D-3 VTC as a Family Court: Making the Case for Serving Children and Families in the VTC Model and Ten Element VTC Framework Grand Ballroom E VCC-D-4 Ethical Issues in a Veterans Treatment Court Marquis South VCC-D-5 Working with Veterans in Rural and Remote Areas Grand Ballroom F VCC-D-6 Mindfulness Marquis Northeast VCC-D-7 Antisocial Personality Disorder (APD) in Soldiers and Veterans Orange County Ballroom Salon 1-3 VCC-D-8 Collective Impact: Strategies for Developing Strategic Community Partnerships in Support of Justice-Involved Veterans Marquis Center 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Drug Court Expo Dessert Reception Anaheim Convention Center, Hall A 8:00 p.m. Justice For Vets Benefit Concert (Doors Open at 7:00 p.m.) Featuring The American Vinyl All Star Band Arena, Anaheim Convention Center Friday MAY 30 CLOSING CEREMONY AND BOOT CAMP GRADUATION, CONCURRENT GENERAL SESSIONS, CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS SESSION E, AND SKILLS BUILDING WORKSHOPS TIME EVENT ROOM 7:00 a.m. 7:20 a.m. Come to Your Senses (Facilitated Meditation) Grand Ballroom G/H 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Marriott Ballroom Foyer 7:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Registration Anaheim Convention Center, Lobby A 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Closing Ceremony and Boot Camp Graduation Platinum Ballroom 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Concurrent General Sessions 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Lunch on Your Own VCC-CG-1 Suicide VCC-CG-2 The Coming Wave: Combat Trauma, Criminal Behavior, and How We Can Do a Better Job This Time Around VCC-CG-3 The Growing Burden of Opioid Dependence in Veterans: How It Happened and What We Can Do about It VCC-CG-4 Veterans Administration-Overview and Collaboration with Veterans Treatment Courts 1:00 p.m. 2:15 p.m. Concurrent Workshops Session VCC-E Grand Ballroom E Marquis Center Platinum Ballroom Marquis Ballroom South VCC-E-1 Military Cultural Competency Platinum Ballroom VCC-E-2 Telehealth Treatment for Trauma Orange County Ballroom 1-3 VCC-E-3 Reaching Out to Indian Country and Veterans Treatment Courts Grand Ballroom E VCC-E-5 Critical Issues When Working with Veterans on Charges Involving Violence Grand Ballroom F VCC-E-6 MRT Marquis Northeast VCC-E-7 Change Step TM, The March Home: Batterer Intervention Program for Veterans Grand Ballroom A/B VCC-E-8 Making Your Case to the VA Marquis Center 19