Julie DeMarre, Shine A Light
paul@shinealightlv.com (Mikhail Bhalla, Robert Banghart, Angelo Calabrese, Julie DeMarre, DeNeese Parker, Paul Vautrinot)
DeNeese Parker: Specialty Courts
DeNeese Parker: Specialty Courts
DeNeese Parker: Specialty Courts
Tuesday 7th March 2023
Discover how DeNeese Parker uses specialty courts to tackle addiction, mental health issues, and truancy among youth in Las Vegas.
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Julie DeMarre, Shine A Light
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!DeNeese Parker: Transforming Lives Through Specialty Courts
I hope that when this gets released, kids that are in drug court listen, because I really am excited about kind of unpacking what I went through, what you know to be true, as one of the heads of the entire specialty court like you, help navigate and dictate what it is that they're doing.
Meet DeNeese Parker, the newly appointed assistant court administrator for the Juvenile Division in Family Court, in this episode of the Beneath the Neon Podcast. With a background as a certified alcohol and drug counselor, DeNeese is no stranger to the complexities of addiction, mental health, and homelessness. She's now on a mission to improve the lives of youth and families in Clark County through innovative specialty court programs.
Hosted by Paul, Rob, and Angelo, all former addicts and advocates, this conversation sheds light on the often-overlooked human stories behind these issues. DeNeese shares her journey from struggling with homelessness and truancy as a youth to becoming a leader in her field. She talks about how specialty courts provide tailored support to individuals dealing with drug addiction and mental health conditions, focusing on creating safe environments for recovery and growth.
One of the standout topics in this episode is truancy among youth in Clark County. DeNeese explains how specialty court programs address the root causes of truancy, such as challenging home situations, by offering resources and support to both families and young people. She also delves into the differences between mental health issues and co-occurring disorders within these programs, highlighting how they cater to the specific needs of different age groups.
Throughout the episode, DeNeese emphasizes the importance of human connection and creating a supportive space for those in recovery. She candidly discusses the challenges of securing funding for rehabilitation programs and stresses the need for greater education to break down stigmas surrounding addiction and mental health. Tune in to hear how DeNeese's personal experiences and professional insights are making a difference in the lives of many, offering hope and inspiration to those facing similar struggles.