Washtenaw United: 'Handle With Care' Program Identifies And Helps Those With Childhood Trauma

Washtenaw United

English - September 13, 2021 12:04 - 11 minutes - 673 Bytes
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Childhood trauma, if not addressed properly, can have terrible, long-term effects. In many situations, law enforcement is involved, and that can intensify trauma. Derrick Jackson from the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss the "Handle with Care" program that identifies those at risk of trauma and then provides needed resources to overcome its affects.