Rite Care provides community-based services to court-involved youth, either in community placement or at the local county juvenile detention center. We work with youth ages 12-17 at the time of the offense and are assessed as moderate to high-risk and appropriate for services within the community.

Based on individual risk and need assessments, Rite Care offers a range of community-based interventions, including supervision with regular check-ins, mentorship, and in-home therapeutic services to support youth in their natural environments. For those requiring more intensive support, Rite Care provides structured after-school programming that incorporates individual therapy, educational assistance, and additional therapeutic services, all designed to reinforce positive behaviors and promote successful community reintegration.

Rite Care adheres to evidence-based and best practices by conducting comprehensive assessments of each youth’s individual risks, needs, and strengths, which inform targeted interventions through personalized case planning. These interventions are rooted in cognitive-based approaches and are designed to be culturally and developmentally appropriate, ensuring optimal effectiveness for each participant. Some of the interventions include:

The Gun Violence Prevention curriculum was designed in conjunction with Dr. Paula Smith from the University of Cincinnati and is a comprehensive curriculum designed to reduce gun violence while strengthening protective factors for youth. It consists of 16 modules that utilize evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement, and structured skill-building exercises. The program focuses on developing critical skills like cognitive restructuring, emotional management, problem-solving, and decision-making to help participants navigate risky situations and build resilience.

Effective Practices in Community Supervision (EPICS) is an evidence-based framework developed by the University of Cincinnati for community supervision of court-involved individuals. It employs a structured four-part model incorporating cognitive-behavioral tools to reinforce positive skills: Check-In, Review, Intervention, and Homework. EPICS sessions provide a customizable approach to support successful reentry and community engagement of youth through collaborative skill-building, practical application of learned skills, and addressing immediate concerns while building rapport between supervisors and supervisees.

Positive Skill Development (PSD) groups are structured interventions designed to address specific treatment needs and promote behavioral change in youth. These groups provide a dedicated space for participants to learn, practice, and apply targeted skills and techniques to process treatment issues and replace undesired behaviors. Through interactive methods such as role-playing and guided discussions, PSD groups help youth achieve appropriate dosages of cognitive-based treatment, enabling them to tackle real-life challenges more effectively and work towards their personal goals.