This bill proposes the establishment of the West Virginia Comprehensive Approach to Homelessness, Substance Abuse, and Prisoner Reintegration Pilot Program, which aims to address the underlying issues of homelessness, substance abuse, and the reintegration of former prisoners. The program will create two comprehensive facilities—one in north-central West Virginia and another in south-central West Virginia—designed to provide holistic rehabilitation services, including mental, physical, and medical care. The pilot program will operate for one year, after which a permanent program will be implemented, dividing the state into 11 districts, each with its own facility resembling a hotel to foster a comfortable and healing environment.

The facilities will offer a range of services, including private residential rooms, family accommodations, medical staff available around the clock, and opportunities for patients to engage in community gardening and vocational training. The treatment phases will encompass enrollment, detoxification, rehabilitation, financial education, and vocational training, with a strong emphasis on community integration and support for long-term success. The bill outlines the necessary components and focus areas of the program, including specialized programs for substance abuse, homelessness, and prisoner reintegration, ensuring that participants receive comprehensive care and support throughout their journey to recovery and reintegration into society.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-11-1, 9-11-2, 9-11-3, 9-11-4, 9-11-5