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A program evaluation of a juvenile halfway house: considerations for strengthening program components
A M Leon1, S F Dziegielewski, C Tubiak
1School of Social Work, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA.
Evaluation and Program Planning
|September 10, 2013
Summary
This study evaluated a male juvenile halfway house program. Findings offer insights into program components, resident profiles, and juvenile justice indicators for improved practices.
Area of Science:
- Criminology
- Juvenile Justice
- Program Evaluation
Background:
- Halfway houses are crucial for juvenile offender rehabilitation.
- Effective program components are vital for successful reintegration.
- Understanding juvenile offender characteristics informs targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a male juvenile halfway house program.
- To analyze program components, resident records, and juvenile justice indicators.
- To compare the program with similar facilities and provide recommendations.
Main Methods:
- Program evaluation of a male juvenile halfway house.
- Analysis of program components, 101 closed resident records, and DJJ indicators.
- Literature review for comparative analysis with other juvenile halfway houses.
Main Results:
- A descriptive profile of 101 juvenile offenders was developed.
- Program components, resident needs, and focus were analyzed.
- The program was benchmarked against similar juvenile halfway house facilities.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a comprehensive evaluation of a male juvenile halfway house.
- Recommendations are offered for enhancing future practice and program evaluation.
- Findings contribute to the understanding of effective juvenile offender rehabilitation strategies.
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