As the County works to improve probation facilities for youth, meaningful family reunification isn’t optional, it’s essential. Every visit and every moment of connection helps young people rebuild their futures.

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Family visitation for youth inside Juvenile Hall is not just connection, it’s rehabilitation, healing, and a proven method to reduce recidivism. Uplifting youth voices means listening when they tell us what support they need.

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Last week, LA County’s Probation Chief publicly recognized the POC’s recommendations to strengthen visitation practices in juvenile facilities, an important step toward deeper family connection, greater consistency, and better outcomes for the young people in our care.

Accountability at work.

The Probation Oversight Commission recommends changes to who oversees college and vocational education for incarcerated youth.

On November 18th, the L.A. Board of Supervisors will consider the POC’s proposal for LACOE to provide quality higher education in Probation facilities.

Chief Viera Rosa reported to the POC that fewer field staff do not necessarily lead to higher recidivism. Research supports this view. Studies show that intensive supervision, with frequent meetings and drug tests, can actually complicate the lives of probationers and hinder rehabilitation.