# TELESERVICES PARTICIPANT (2026)

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TELESERVICES PARTICIPANT
HANDBOOK

NOVEMBER 21, 2025
HEALING TO WELLLNESS COURT
P.O. BOX 70, Hwy. 54 E, Black River Falls, WI 54615

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Eligibility Requirements ------------------------------------------------------------2
2. Introduction ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2
3. Mission Statement -------------------------------------------------------------------2
4. Schedule &Team Info ---------------------------------------------------------------3
5. Confidentiality -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
6. Court Files -----------------------------------------------------------------------------3
7. Court Fees -----------------------------------------------------------------------------3-4
8. Court Interaction ---------------------------------------------------------------------4
9. Incentives ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
10. Service Adjustments or Sanctions -----------------------------------------------5-6
11. General Rules & Expectations ----------------------------------------------------6-7
12. Relationships and Associations --------------------------------------------------7
13. Travel -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
14. Drug Testing ---------------------------------------------------------------------------7-8
15. Counseling ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8
16. Telehealth ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-10
17. Treatment/Case Plans ----------------------------------------------------------------- 10
18. Residential Treatment --------------------------------------------------------------11
19. Support Group Meetings -----------------------------------------------------------11
20. Self-Care -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-12
21. Medications and Health Maintenance ------------------------------------------12
22. Employment --------------------------------------------------------------------------12-13
23. Program Phase 1 --------------------------------------------------------------------13
24. Program Phase 2 --------------------------------------------------------------------14
25. Program Phase 3 --------------------------------------------------------------------14-15
26. Program Phase 4 --------------------------------------------------------------------16
27. Program Phase 5 --------------------------------------------------------------------17
28. Aftercare -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
29. Termination ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17-18
30. Cultural Activities --------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Appendix A: Healing to Wellness Court Participant Handbook Acknowledgement
Appendix B: Participant Contract -----------------------------------------------------------

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1.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The HTWC will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis for admission by the
following criteria:
A. Must be aAn enrolled Ho-Chunk Nation tribal member, lawful spouse of a HoChunk Nation tribal member or birth child of a Ho-Chunk Nation tribal member
or any member of any other federally recognized tribe to be eligible (Ho-Chunk
Nation Code: 4 HCC § 15, which can be found on the Ho-Chunk Nation Website:
https://ho-chunknation.com under Government.
B. Must be aged 18 or older and reside in the service area is defined as Jackson
County, Wisconsin or any other Wisconsin county in which the Wellness Court is
able to provide adequate supervision and services, as determine by the
Wellness Court Team on a case-by-case basis.
C. Each applicant will complete a clinical assessment to determine whether they
meet DSM-5-TR criteria for a Substance Use Disorder.
D. Proposed participants will be either post-adjudication or in ATR status from the
Wisconsin Department of Corrections with sufficient time to complete the
program.
E. Must voluntarily agree to abide by the Healing to Wellness Court rules.
F. No existing in-state or extraditable warrants, or pending charges that are not
resolved at the time Healing to Wellness Court participation begins.

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations, you have met the eligibility requirements and have been accepted
into the Ho-Chunk Nation Healing to Wellness Court. This handbook will detail what
is expected of you as a remotely supervised Healing to Wellness Court participant,
including general program information.

3.

MISSION STATEMENT
The Ho-Chunk Nation Healing to Wellness Court exists to address alcohol and drug
addiction and its associated consequences. The Healing to Wellness Court acts in
partnership with several tribal and community agencies and service providers to
achieve the following goals: 1) create support systems and programs to foster
employment, education, and communal, familial, and individual health and wellbeing; 2) maintain relationships and resources to continually assist program
participation and; 3 restore traditional values and language. The Healing to Wellness
Court adheres to Indigenous cultural ideals while focusing upon restorative justice
and collaborative decision-making.

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COURT SCHEDULE & TEAM INFO
Court Staffing: Every Wednesday, 12:30 pm-1:30 pm (closed)
Status Review Hearing: Every other Wednesday, 1:30 pm-2:30 pm (open)
The Healing to Wellness Court Program is made up of professionals from multiple
disciplines. The individuals collaborate in a team setting to manage eligible
participants.
HTWC Judge
Defense Bar Representative
Project Coordinator Dual Diagnosis Therapist
Case Manager
Probation/Parole Agent
Special Prosecutor HCN Law Enforcement

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Social Services
Traditional Court Rep.
HCN Legislator

CONFIDENTIALITY
The Healing to Wellness Court Team will not share any personal information withto
anyone outside of the team without expressed written permission except where the
safety of the participant or others is in jeopardy or as required by law. The
participant will sign releases of information to allow for communication between
team members, service providers, and any other people necessary to facilitate
program participation.
Professionals may have specific requirements that dictate the limits of
confidentiality. Participants can inquire of any team member for any specific
confidentiality concerns.
Court hearings are held in open session. If a participant has concerns about
personal information that may be shared in open session, they can notify the court
to make appropriate accommodations.
Participants are also expected to uphold the highest level of confidentiality for
information they may learn about any other participants, whether in Court,
therapeutic groups, and any other HTWC interactions.

6.

COURT FILES
Healing to Wellness Court files are separate and distinct from Circuit Court files and
Prosecutor/District Attorney Files. All Healing to Wellness Court files are
confidential and not open to the general public. All files are under the sole control of
the Healing to Wellness Court Judge, Project Coordinator and Case Manager.
Neither the Clerk of Court’s Office nor any other Prosecutor’s office will have access
to the Healing to Wellness Court files without your consent unless required by law or
court order.

7.

COURT FEES

The requirement for payment of fees will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Any
fees go to appropriate expenses associated with treatment, participant monitoring

and testing (which may an app., device, or other tools), court ordered fees, and
other things deemed necessary.
The Healing to Wellness Court fees are separate from other fees, including but not
limited to DOC supervision fees and/or county circuit court fines and forfeitures.
8.

COURT INTERACTION
The Court is required to keep a record of all people participating in any official
hearings. No individuals should be listening to, audio or screen recording, or sharing
any part of the court session without identifying themselves to the Court and
receiving express permission to do so.
Expectations for Virtual (Zoom) Appearances
If you attend court virtually, you must follow these guidelines:
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Reliable high-speed internet access is required to ensure consistent
participation in virtual meetings, maintain clear audio and video
communication, and minimize disruptions during individual/group/court
interactions. If internet access is not consistently reliable, participants
should arrange to be present at a location with sufficient privacy and
connectivity to allow them to participate fully in Court sessions and other
program requirements.

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Join the session five (5) minutes prior to the start time using the official
virtual link provided by the Court.

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Be in a private, quiet, well-lit location where you can focus and participate
without distractions. You must identify your physical location for the Court
and any other individuals present with you. When the participant begins the
program, they will work with the Coordinator and Case Manager to choose a
location to conduct their court hearings. Participants must notify the Court
and provide an explanation if they will not be appearing at their chosen
location.

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Your camera and microphone must remain on during the entire time your
case is being heard unless the Judge gives different instructions. You will be
expected to mute your microphone when other cases are being discussed.
Blurring the background or using other filters will not be permitted.

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Dress appropriately and behave as you would in an in-person courtroom. If
the participant has questions about appropriate dress, they should ask a

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team member for clarification. The Court can assist with resources for
appropriate clothing if needed.
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Do not drive or be in a moving vehicle during the hearing.

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Keep your full Ho-Chunk, Waaksik, or legal name displayed on the screen so
the Court can identify you.

Virtual court is treated the same as an in-person appearance. Not following
expectations may result in the Court terminating the virtual appearance,
rescheduling your hearing, or reviewing your compliance with the program.

9.

INCENTIVES
When you abide by and comply with your recovery program and your
responsibilities, you may receive the following:
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Verbal praise
Applause in court
Food Items
Positive feedback/praise from the Judge and treatment team members
Tokens
Gift certificates
o Shoes, clothing, or accessories appropriate for court or work
o Gas or C-store
o Movies tickets or other pro-social activities
o Accommodations for healthy, self-care travel
Increase or restoration of privileges
Fishbowl/Basket drawing
Spinning the prize wheel
Later curfew
Earbuds or other technological assistant devices
Reduced court appearances (as part of phase advancement)

SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS OR SANCTIONS
Any non-compliance with the rules of the Healing to Wellness Court Program will
result in the immediate imposition of service adjustments as determined by the
Healing to Wellness Court Judge and/or the multi-disciplinary team. The Healing to
Wellness Court team may individualize service adjustments as deemed
appropriate. Healing to Wellness Court non-compliance is determined on a case-

by-case basis. For example, service adjustments may include, but are not limited
to, the following:
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Verbal warning
Written assignments
Thinking reports
Public/courtroom apologies
Curfew modifications
Electronic Supervision (SCRAM Unit or GPS Unit).
Increased supervision
Loss of privileges
Increased drug testing or use of sweat patch testing

Stay of Phase Progression (freeze)
Recovery plan assessment to determine if more intensive treatment is
required.
• Community service
• Group presentations of skills and areas of interest
• Jail
GENERAL RULES AND EXPECTATIONS
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As a HTWC participant, it is important to make positive behavioral changes to
prevent any future involvement with law enforcement, and/or the Department of
Corrections. This will require you to be constantly aware of your thoughts and
subsequent behaviors.
1) Maintain yourself as a law-abiding citizen. Do not violate the law. Unlawful
behavior may be a reason for discharge from the program, i.e. driving without
a valid driver’s permit or license, etc.
2) Take responsibility to pay consistently your financial obligations for
outstanding court and jail fines/fees, and other court ordered obligations.
3) Comply with the rules of DOC supervision & probation. If you have any
questions, contact your probation agent and/or the Healing to Wellness
Court Coordinator or Case Manager.
4) Respect the Court, Judge, and all Healing to Wellness Court personnel. No
swearing. Use respectful language, facial expressions, and tone of voice in
treatment and in court. Participants should raise their hand (physical or
virtual) to speak unless called on. No outbursts or talking over others.
5) Dress appropriately such as business casual or smart casual for all
appointments. Do not wear clothing that promotes substance use or other
aberrant behaviors. No sunglasses unless medically necessary.

6) No eating, chewing gum, smoking, vaping, other tobacco or nicotine use,
talking out of turn, cell phones, or hats allowed in the courtroom. No applying
makeup during court sessions.
7) Attend all court sessions as ordered. No distracting or disruptive behavior.
8) Maintain your residence in the County of admission through the length of
your participation in the program, unless otherwise approved.
9) Immediately notify the Probation Agent, Project Coordinator and Case
Manager of any changes to residence or employment.
10) Comply with curfew time requirements.

11) No gambling. Bingo may be allowed on a case-by-case basis.
12) In an emergency such as a medical issue, illness or death of a family
member, contact the Case Manager, Project Coordinator, and/or the HoChunk Nation Law Enforcement.
12.

RELATIONSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS
It is your responsibility to avoid contact with anyone who might interfere with your
recovery and treatment plan, or who might present an unreasonable safety risk to
you. The Treatment Team can restrict your interactions with others if your contacts
are found to impede your treatment plan or recovery. Concealing a relationship is
considered an act of dishonesty and will be addressed promptly by the Treatment
Team.

13.

TRAVEL
Day-travel within the State of Wisconsin is permitted without prior approval. You will
be required to notify the Case Manager or Coordinator in writing (including text) of
your travel plans if you are traveling more than 75 miles from your home for any
purpose. If travel is overnight or requires a curfew modification, a travel request
must be submitted to the HTWC /Case Manager/Coordinator (3) business days prior
to your intended departure. This Travel Request must be approved by the Judge,
Treatment Provider, and the team’s Probation Officer. Drug and Alcohol testing is
required prior to departure and upon return from overnight travel. Phase I is a
stabilization period and there are only three reasons a request will be considered
during Phase I: Family emergency, Physician appointment, or Cultural Ceremony.
The safety plan must be completed as well. Requests for any other reason will be
considered on a case-by-case basis. Travel outside of the state will require prior
approval from your probation agent.

14.

DRUG TESTING

A critical component of successful HTWC participation involves intensive
supervision. The frequency of random drug screening will be determined by the
phase each participant is in and is subject to change based on the treatment needs
of the participant. Testing times, locations, and instructions will be provided by the
Case Manager and/or Coordinator. You will be required to call in daily to see if you
need to test. If you miss a test it will be considered a positive test, and sanctions
can be imposed.
Remote drug testing is a method where the Case Manager or Coordinator remotely
proctors an individual's self-collected sample, usually through a recorded live video
call, to ensure the test is conducted properly and the sample is not tampered with.
Participants may not appear for testing video calls from a restroom. A flat surface for
displaying the test must be available and visible to the camera throughout the
duration of the call.

This process uses an oral fluid-based test and offers a convenient, cost-effective,
and faster alternative to a traditional UA test. A random home visit to perform a UA
test may be conducted at the discretion of the HTWC Team.
Tampering with the screening process will cause the test to be deemed a positive
test, and it may result in your termination from the program as well as
consequences through probation. This also includes sweat patch testing or other
testing used by the court or DOC.
Participants must not have anything to eat, drink, smoke, vape, or chew at least
twenty minutes prior to testing.
In the event a test is positive, participants may be required to retake the test after
twenty minutes. Alternatively, participants may be required to report to a facility
specified by the HTWC Team for in-person testing.
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COUNSELING
Participation in substance use treatment is a fundamental requirement of the
HTWC. You will be expected to engage in both individual and group counseling as
outlined in your treatment plan throughout all phases of the program. These
services work together to support your recovery, strengthen coping skills, build
accountability, and help you develop insight into the behaviors and circumstances
that contribute to substance use.
Individual and group sessions will focus on identifying problem areas, exploring
healthier alternatives, building motivation for change, and developing long-term
recovery skills. Your attendance, participation, and progress in counseling will be
regularly reported to the Case Manager and/or Coordinator and reviewed by the

HTWC team. Personal information such as specific trauma history will not be
communicated by your behavioral health treatment provider with other members of
the HTWC team except as is absolutely necessary.
Expectations:
a. Attendance:
You must obtain prior approval from your counselor if you need to miss or
reschedule a counseling session. Unapproved absences may result in a sanction.
b. Dress Code:
Dress appropriately for all treatment sessions. Clothing should be respectful and
consistent with treatment and HTWC expectations.
c. Preparation:
Come prepared by completing any assigned readings, homework, or reflection
activities before attending your individual or group sessions.
16.

TELEHEALTH
Telehealth allows you to meet with your counselor or case manager through secure
video or phone when an in-person session is not possible. Telehealth may be used
only when approved by your treatment provider or the HTWC team. It is meant to

help you stay connected to services, especially when transportation, weather,
distance, or health concerns make it difficult to attend in person.
Telehealth sessions are treated the same as in-person appointments. You are
expected to participate fully, follow program rules, and treat the session just as
seriously as if you were meeting face-to-face.
What You’re Expected to Do
If you are approved for telehealth services, you must follow these guidelines:
1. Find a private place
Make sure you are in a private, quiet space where others cannot hear or see your
session. Public places, moving vehicles, or busy environments are not allowed.
2. Keep your camera on
For video sessions, your camera must stay on the entire time. You need to be
seated, awake, and focused, not lying in bed, driving, or doing other activities.
3. Use the approved platform
Sessions must be done through the secure telehealth platform your provider
gives you. Recording or taking screenshots of any part of the session is not
allowed.

4. Be ready and on time
Log in at least five (5) minutes early so your technology is working. Complete any
homework or assigned reading before the session.
5. Share your location
At the start of each session, you must tell your provider where you are physically
located. This must be in the state of Wisconsin. This is required for safety in case
of an emergency.

Confidentiality and Safety
Telehealth sessions follow the same privacy and safety rules as in-person sessions.
Your provider uses secure, HIPAA-compliant technology and documents your
session just as they would an in-person visit. All conversations during telehealth are
confidential unless there is a safety concern.

If Telehealth Is Misused
Telehealth is a privilege. Misuse may result in warnings, loss of telehealth approval,
or other program responses. Misuse includes:
Missing or being late to sessions
Participating from an inappropriate or non-private location
• Driving during a session
• Allowing others to listen or appear on camera
• Recording any part of the session
• Disruptive or disrespectful behavior
Repeated issues may lead to review by the HTWC team and could affect your status
or progression in the program.
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What You’re Expected to Do
If you are approved for telehealth services, you must follow these guidelines:
1. Find a private place
Make sure you are in a private, quiet space where others cannot hear or see your
session. Public places, moving vehicles, or busy environments are not allowed.
2. Keep your camera on
For video sessions, your camera must stay on the entire time. You need to be
seated, awake, and focused, not lying in bed, driving, or doing other activities.
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TREATMENT/CASE PLANS

An initial treatment plan will be developed by you and your therapist for your
substance use disorder. These plans will be a guide for your initial treatment phase;
and within it, you will set goals, select methods for meeting those goals, and
develop target dates for achieving those goals. The plans will be maintained by your
treatment team and will be updated as the participant moves through the program
and their progress is continuously assessed. You will be required to follow these
plans as you progress through your treatment. Willful non-compliance with your
plans will result in the Wellness Court Team imposing sanctions. Individual
programs may develop different aspects of the overall treatment plans with the
participant. This includes but is not limited to the following:
a. Treatment providers
b. Coordinator/Case Manager
c. Vocational Rehabilitation for Native Americans
d. Exercise Physiologist
e. Dietitian
f. Medical Provider
g. Probation Agent
h. Other programs where a referral may be made

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RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT
Treatment will be provided through a multi-disciplinary team-approach with the
combined resources of the Behavioral Health Clinician and the Healing to Wellness
Court team. The Clinician will assess what level of treatment will best meet your
needs. If a residential treatment program is recommended, you must comply with
the rules and requirements of that facility. The facility case manager will submit a
progress report to the Healing to Wellness Court, which may include a visitor list
and/or reports of leaving the facility for any reason. The HTWC Team will determine if
having visitors or traveling is appropriate and notify the facility case manager. If
travel from the facility is permitted, drug testing will be completed upon return to the
facility, if available. While at residential treatment, time in phase will not progress.

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SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS
Verification of Virtual Support Meetings
Participants who attend support meetings virtually (such as AA, NA, Wellbriety, or
other approved recovery groups) are required to provide verification of attendance.
Verification may include a signed meeting slip, a digital attendance code, an email
from the meeting facilitator, or another form approved by the Case Manager or
Coordinator. All verifications must be submitted by the deadline given to you. Failure

to provide valid proof of attendance may be considered non-compliance with your
program requirements.
Attendance at cultural events (excluding funerals) may be counted in lieu of support
group meetings. The Case Manager or Coordinator will determine on a case-by-case
basis if a cultural activity may count in place of a support group meeting.
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SELF-CARE
Self-care is an important aspect of your recovery as you make meaningful changes
in your lifestyle. Self-care supports your physical, mental, emotional, and cultural
well-being. It includes actions that build balance, reduce stress, and strengthen
your recovery. Self-indulgence, on the other hand, involves choices that may feel
good in the moment but do not support long-term healing or stability. Self-care
helps you move forward; self-indulgence can hold you back.
As part of the program, you will be required to:
a. Create a self-care plan that focuses on reducing stress and improving overall
well-being. This may include activities such as jogging, yoga, reading, painting,
beading, sewing, or outdoor cultural practices.
b. Maintain clean personal hygiene and a positive home environment, as these
are essential to building healthy routines.
c. Participate in educational activities that support your recovery. This may
include watching a video, listening to a podcast, or attending an approved event.

Practicing consistent self-care is part of staying accountable to yourself and your
recovery journey.
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MEDICATIONS AND HEALTH MAINTENANCE
a. All use of prescribed medications must be in accordance with the instructions of
the prescribing medical provider. This means taking the correct dose at the right
time, using the proper route, and using the full course of the medication, even if
symptoms improve. Patients should would with their doctor or pharmacist to
make sure they fully understand the medication.
b. Over the counter drugs/medication, herbal supplements, and traditional
medicines must be disclosed to the Coordinator and Case Manager. Seek
medical guidance if you have questions about proper use of non-prescribed
medications.
c. Do not use or possess any alcohol or other drugs without a valid prescription.
Possession of prescription medication without a valid prescription will not be
tolerated.

d. You have the duty to tell any medical staff (including dental, vision, etc.…) that
you are a recovering addict and that you are also a participant in the Healing to
Wellness Court.
e. You will be issued a Healing to Wellness Court ID card. This is for identifying
yourself to medical personnel and law enforcement as a Tribal Wellness Court
participant.
f. Use of other medications during medical emergencies will be discussed on a
case-by-case basis.
g. To ensure your well-being, within a week of entering the HTWC program, you may
be required to make appointments for a physical examination, eye examination,
dental care, exercise assessment, dietary assessment, and other necessary
health services.
h. Use emotional control skills to prevent the use of verbally threatening or
physically abusive behavior toward others, e.g., family, community members,
treatment team members, and other participants.
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EMPLOYMENT
Employment is generally not recommended as a best practice for new participants
to the program. The team will encourage and assist with finding employment and/or
educational opportunities beginning in Phase II. Meeting program requirements and
working toward recovery as directed in your treatment plan must take priority over
employment responsibilities.
As a remotely supervised participant it is your responsibility to notify the Case
Manager, Coordinator, and/or Probation Agent if you are employed when you are
accepted into the program. Your case will be reviewed by the HTWC Team to see if
you should continue your employment while in Phase I.

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PROGRAM PHASE 1
Phase 1 – (Wiigus Cooni) - Acute Stabilization - is a short-term, intensive care
for individuals in a mental health or substance abuse.

● Minimum of 60 Days in phase
● Curfew 9 pm
● Requirements:
○ Weekly Court appearances either in-person or virtually
○ Promptly call drug testing line daily
○ Daily check-in (call or text) with Coordinator or Case Manager
○ Random drug tests (no less than average of 4x week)
○ Testing through use of the sweat patch (where available)
○ Weekly office visits either in-person or virtually per month - ongoing
treatment that follows initial treatment.
○ Develop case plan
○ Periodic home visit by Coordinator and/or Case Manager
○ Comply with DOC supervision (weekly appointments)
○ Keep scheduled appointments
○ Attend and complete treatment assessment and develop treatment plan
○ Start changing people, places and things associated with drug/alcohol
lifestyle
○ Attend 3 support group meetings or approved cultural activities weekly
○ Obtain medical assessment
○ Provide complete list of all current medications, both prescribed and overthe-counter
○ Examine housing situation
○ Begin prosocial activities
○ Employment is generally not allowed, but can could be considered on a
case-by-case basis
○ If unemployed complete a minimum of 10 hours of community service
weekly
○ Remain honest and communicate effectivelyMaintain honesty
Advancement Criteria to Phase 2
○ Minimum of 60 days in Phase 1
○ Minimum of 14 consecutive days of sobriety directly prior to phase up
○ Engaged in treatment
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Compliance and in good standing with DOC supervision
○ Completion of HTWC Case Management Plan requirements for Phase 1
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Preparation/Planning with VRNA
○ Complete Commencement ApplicationPetition for advancing to Phase 2
○ Phase-up is not automatic. After submitting all relevant materials, final
approval by HTWC Judge and Team is required prior to phase-up.

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PROGRAM PHASE 2
Wiigus Nuup - Phase 2 - Clinical Stabilization – is to regain a stable baseline
before moving on to more in-depth treatment.
● Minimum of 90 days in phase
● Curfew 10 pm
● Requirements:
○ Court every other weekbi-weekly either in-person or virtually
○ Check-in (call or text) with Coordinator or Case Manager three times per
week (Monday, Thursday, and Saturday unless otherwise directed)
○ Promptly call drug testing line daily
○ Random drug tests (no less than average of 3x week)
○ Complete medical assessment as deemed appropriate
○ Update list of all current medications, both prescribed and over-the-counter.
○ Weekly office visit either in-person or virtually
○ Review case plan
○ Periodic home visit by Coordinator and/or Case Manager
○ Comply with DOC supervision
○ Keep scheduled appointments
○ Continue Begin positive prosocial activities (such as volunteering or
community involvement activities)
○ Engage in treatment
○ Comply with and review Case Plan with Case Manager and/or Coordinator
○ Continue changing people, places and things associated with drug/alcohol
lifestyle, demonstrating an engagement with healthy people, places and
things
○ Begin to establish/maintain stable housing
○ Assess financial, vocational, employment needs, and complete budget
worksheet
○ Seek appropriate employment and/or education
○ Continue recovery support groups and find sponsor
○ Complete community service weekly as directed by the HTWC ○ If
unemployed complete 10 hours of community service
○ Maintain honestyRemain honest and communicate effectively
Advancement Criteria to Phase 3
○ Minimum of 90 days in Phase 2
○ Minimum of 30 consecutive days of sobriety directly prior to phase up
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Compliance and in good standing with DOC supervision
○ Completion of HTWC Case Management Plan requirements for Phase 2
○ Present basic household budget
○ Complete Commencement Application for advancing to Phase 3

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○ Phase-up is not automatic. After submitting all relevant materials, final
approval by HTWC Judge and Team is required prior to phase-up.
○ Minimum of 90 days in Phase 2
○ Minimum of consecutive 30 days of sobriety prior to phase up
○ Consistently engaged in treatment
○ Compliance with DOC supervision
○ Present basic household budget
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Complete Commencement Petition for advancing to Phase 3

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PROGRAM PHASE 3
●Minimum of 90 days in phase
● Curfew 11 pm

● Requirements:
○ Bi-weekly Court appearances every other week either in-person or virtually
○ Promptly call drug testing line daily
○ Random drug tests (no less than average of 2x week)
○ Address any medical issues
○ Update list of all current medications, both prescribed and over-the-counter
○ Weekly office visit either in-person or virtually
○ Review case plan
○ Periodic home visit by Coordinator and/or Case Manager
○ Keep scheduled appointments
○ Engage in treatment
○ Comply with and review Case Plan with Probation Officer
○ Demonstrate changing people, places and things
○ Maintain peer recovery groups
○ Continue to establish/maintain stable housing
○ Establish positive ro-social activitiesy
○ Obtain approved sponsor/mentor/recovery coach
○ Continue prosocial activities
○ Begin Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)
○ Assess life skills, including financial needs/budget, organizational skills,
problem solving, balanced life style, etc.
○ Establish approved recovery network (i.e. NA, AA, Smart Recovery, etc.)
○ Complete community service weekly as directed by the HTWC ○ Complete
10 hours of community service
○ Maintain honestyRemain honest and communicate effectively
Advancement Criteria to Phase 4
○ Minimum of 90 days in Phase 3
○ Minimum of 45 consecutive days of sobriety directly prior to phase up
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Compliance and in good standing with DOC supervision
○ Completion of HTWC Case Management Plan requirements for Phase 3
○ Present financial/budget plan
○ Establish positive social activities
○ Establish recovery network
○ Maintain peer recovery groups
○ Complete Commencement Application for advancing to Phase 4
○ Phase-up is not automatic. After submitting all relevant materials, final
approval by HTWC Judge and Team is required prior to phase-up.
○ Minimum of 90 days in Phase 3
○ Minimum of 45 consecutive days of sobriety prior to phase up
○ Engaged in treatment

Commented [NML4]: DOCC?

○ Compliance with DOC supervision
○ Establish pro-social activities
○ Establish recovery network
○ Maintain peer recovery groups
○ Present financial/budget plan
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirement
○ Complete Commencement Petition for advancing to Phase 4
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PROGRAM PHASE 4
Wiigus Joop - Phase 4 - Adaptive Habilitation - refers to services aimed at
teaching or improving essential life skills that participants may lack due to longterm substance use or other factors.

● Minimum of 90 days in phase
● Curfew 11 pm
● Requirements:
○ Monthly court appearance either in-person or virtually
○ Promptly call drug testing line daily
○ Random drug tests (no less than average of 2x a week)
○ Office visits either in-person or virtually
○ Continue in treatment as recommended by counselor/coordinator
○ Comply with and review Assessment, Case Plan and Supervision level—
possibility of reduction of office and home visits based on assessment
○ Demonstrate changed people, places and things
○ Maintain/continue to pursue stable housing
○ Continued pro-positive social engagement, i.e. work/school/community
service (such as volunteering or community involvement activities)
○ Demonstrate recovery network/repaired pro-social relationships
○ Continue MRT
○ Keep scheduled appointments
○ Build Develop and strengthen essential life skills, including maintaining
financial needs/budgetfinancial management and budgeting, organizational
skills, problem solving, time management, and maintain a healthy, balanced
life style, etc.
○ Complete 10 hours of community service weekly as directed by the HTWC
○ Maintain honesty
○ Assess ancillary services needs needed and obtain referrals
● Parenting
● Domestic AbuseViolence Services (DAV)
● Other individualized needs
Advancement Criteria to Phase 5
○ Minimum of 90 days in Phase 4
○ Minimum of 60 consecutive days of sobriety directly prior to phase up
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Compliance and in good standing with DOC supervision
○ Completion of HTWC Case Management Plan requirements for Phase 4
○ Continue employment, education, and job training efforts
○ Continue to develop positive social activities
○ Maintain peer recovery groups
○ Complete Commencement Application for advancing to Phase 5
○ Phase-up is not automatic. After submitting all relevant materials, final
approval by HTWC Judge and Team is required prior to phase-up.○ Minimum of
90 days in phase 4
○ Minimum of 60 consecutive days of sobriety prior to phase up
○ Consistently engaged in treatment

Commented [NML5]: DOCC?

○ Compliance with DOC supervision
○ Engaged in pro-social activities and recovery
○ Addressing/engaging employment, education, job training, etc.
○ Continue criminal thinking program
○ Present plan to address legal and financial obligations
○ Address ancillary services (i.e. parenting, family support)
○ Complete Commencement Petition for advancing to Phase 5

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PROGRAM PHASE 5
Wiigus Saaca - Phase 5 - Continuing Care - ongoing treatment that follows
initial treatment.
● Minimum of 90 days in phase

● No curfew
● Requirements:
○ Attend court as assigned either in-person or virtually
○ Promptly call drug testing line daily
○ Random drug tests
○ Continue in treatment as determined by HTWC team
○ Monthly home or office visits either in-person or virtually
○ Continue/maintain healthy people, places and things
○ Maintain stable housing
○ Maintain positive social engagement (such as volunteering or community
involvement activities)pro-social engagement, i.e. work/school/community
service
○ Complete MRT
○ Keep scheduled appointments
○ Utilize essential life skills, including financial management and budgeting,
organization, problem solving, time management, and maintain a healthy,
balanced life stylehealthy life skills, including maintaining financial
needs/budget, organizational skills, problem solving, balanced life style, etc.
○ Maintain recovery network/positive ro-social relationships
○ Complete other requirements/victim restitution/ancillary services
○ Develop and submit continuing care plan/Graduation Life Plan
○ Comply with supervision as determined by Probation Officer
○ Complete 10 hours of community service
○ Maintain Remain honest and communicate effectivelyy
To Apply to Graduate
○ Minimum of 90 days in Phase 5
○ Minimum of 90 consecutive days of sobriety directly prior to phase up
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Compliance and in good standing with DOC supervision
○ Completion of HTWC Case Management Plan requirements for Phase 5
○ Continue employment, education, and job training efforts
○ Address ancillary services (i.e. parenting, family support)
○ Develop a continuing care plan
○ Maintain positive social activities and recovery network
○ Complete Commencement Application for graduation
○ Phase-up is not automatic. After submitting all relevant materials, final
approval by HTWC Judge and Team is required prior to phase-up
○ Minimum of 90 days in Phase 5
○ Minimum of 90 consecutive days of sobriety prior to phase up
○ Consistently engaged in treatment
○ Compliance with DOC supervision

Commented [NML6]: DOCC?

○ Maintain pro-social activities and recovery network
○ Maintain employment and/or vocational training
○ Address ancillary services (i.e. parenting, family support)
○ Articulate continuing care plan
○ Complete all Behavioral Health requirements
○ Complete Commencement Petition for graduation

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AFTERCARE
Optional support after graduation is available for participants who want to maintain
connection and receive the continued support of the HTWC Team. Aftercare can
include:
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Invitation to monthly court appearances with opportunity to present
achievements and recovery progress
Providing a space to share changing people, places, and things and update the
HTWC team on your recovery progress
Coordinator and/or Case Manager will contact graduates every 30, 90, 180, 365
days from H.T.W.C. to help maintain the connection
Invitation to participate in mentoring of others in recovery

TERMINATION
Violation of your treatment plan could result in termination. Such violations include
the following:
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If you refuse substance use treatment or fail to give consent to release of
information. Part of the treatment plan may require inpatient treatment. Failure
to comply with the requirements of the recommended level of treatment may
result in termination.
Noncompliance with one’s individualized treatment plan may be grounds for
termination.
Lying or dishonesty.
Failure to comply with the drug testing policy, residency policy, or other court
order can be grounds for termination.
Not being honest about engaging in illegal activity, whether or not you have not
been arrested or charged for that activity.
Commission of a crime
Abandonment of the Healing to Wellness Court Program for 30 days or more.
Any threatening, abusive, or violent verbal/physical behavior directed at anyone
Hostile, threatening or disrespectful conduct towards the Court or Participants
Failure to correct your conduct after multiple service adjustments and/or
sanctions
Any other grounds the HTWC Team deems sufficient for termination

The participant will be afforded due process and a hearing will be held offering the
opportunity for the participant to be heard. If the Healing to Wellness Court is
unable to meet the needed services of the participant, then the participant will be
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terminated, other alternatives will be explored. Failure to appear in Healing to
Wellness Court on the date and time scheduled may result in an order for
immediate termination and/or a Warrant for your arrest.
After notice and reasonable opportunity to respond participants who abscond or
abandon the program may have termination proceedings held in their absence. By
participating in the program, participants agree that notice of a termination hearing,
including specific grounds for termination, sent either via physical mail to the most
recent physical address or via email to the most recent email address you provided
to the Court will be considered valid service for commencing termination
proceedings.
30.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Practicing Native American healing traditions emphasize a holistic approach to
maintain a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle and view health and well-being as a balance
among physical, mental, and spiritual factors. The Healing to Wellness Court
incorporates traditional healing practices and cultural activities into their treatment
program. These include attending Native American Church devotions/meetings,
traditional feasts and medicine dances, traditional healing ceremonies, talking
circles, sweat lodges, fasting, and pow-wows.
If you participate in any of these ceremonies you must notify the case manager
and/or the coordinator three (3) business daysas soon as possible in advance prior
toof the ceremony. In the event of a family emergency the 3-day notice may be
waived, but you’ll still be required to notify the case manager or coordinator. If it
isthe event takes place out of state, you must get approval from the Department of
Corrections. Failure to do so may result in a probation violation.

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Appendix A: Healing to Wellness Court Participant Handbook
Acknowledgement
Date: __________________________
By my signature below, I, ________________________________________, verify that I have read
or had the information read to me and fully understand the meaning and contents of the
Healing to Wellness Court Participant Handbook. I further acknowledge that I have read,
understand, accept each policy in its entirety and received a copy of the Healing to
Wellness Court Participant Handbook.

Participant: __________________________________________________________

Special Prosecutor: ___________________________________________________
Defense Bar Representative: ___________________________________________

Case Manager: ________________________________________________________

Coordinator: __________________________________________________________

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Appendix B: Healing to Wellness Court Participant Contract
I, ________________________________ agree to participate in the Ho-Chunk Nation Healing to
Wellness Court. I understand that participation in Healing to Wellness Court involves a
minimum time commitment of 14 months.
AGREEMENTS
1. I will abide by the rules and regulations imposed by the Healing to Wellness Court Team.
2. I agree to be honest. Honesty is an essential element and foundation of the program.
Participants must be honest when questioned by the HTWC Team and Judge. If a relapse or
a rule violation occurs, you are expected to self-report to the HTWC Case Manager or
Coordinator, and/or your Probation Agent at the earliest opportunity. Dishonesty is a rule
violation.
3. I will attend all mandated court sessions, treatment sessions, Coordinator/Case
Manager meetings, and recovery meetings.
4. I will submit to random drug and alcohol testing by the Healing to Wellness Court Team.
5. I agree to be drug/alcohol tested at any time by a probation officer, police officer, or of
any agency designated by the Court, or when directed to do so by the Healing to Wellness
Court Team.
6. I agree to remain clean and sober through abstinence, consistent effort to comply with
my treatment plan, and by following the direction of the Healing to Wellness Court team
and its providers.
7. I agree to cooperate in an assessment/evaluation for planning an individual Healing to
Wellness treatment program adequate to my needs and I agree to comply with the
requirements of any modifications.
8. I will not possess any non-prescribed drugs or controlled substances (including
marijuana) or alcohol, or drug or alcohol paraphernalia.
9. I will not associate with people who use or possess drugs, nor will I be present while
drugs or alcohol are being used by others.
10. I will inform all treating physicians that I am a recovering addict, and will request
alternative medications that are not narcotic or addictive medications or drugs. If a
treatment physician wishes to treat me with narcotic or addictive medications or drugs, I
will disclose this as soon as possible to my treatment provider and Healing to Wellness
Court Team Coordinator.

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11. I agree that before taking medications of any kind, I will check with the pharmacist to
ensure that it is non-narcotic, non –addictive and contains no alcohol. I will pre-register any
and all medications, prescribed or over-the-counter, with my treatment provider and the
Healing to Wellness Court.
12. I agree to inform any law enforcement officer who contacts me or who I communicate
with that I am in the Healing to Wellness Court.
13. I will not work as a confidential informant with any law enforcement agency while I am
in Healing to Wellness Court.
14. I agree to execute the Consents for Disclosure of Confidential Health and Medical and
Non-Health Information. I understand that any information obtained through the use of
these consents will be kept in a separate file from my Court file.
15. I agree to keep the Healing to Wellness Court Case Manager, Coordinator and/or my
Probation Agent advised of my current address and phone number at all times and
whenever changed.
16. I will notify the Case Manager and/or Coordinator if I plan to travel outside the County in
which I reside. Without notification and prior approval from the Healing to Wellness Court
Team will result in a violation.
17. I agree to the search of my person, property, place of residence, vehicle or personal
effects at any time with or without a warrant, and with or without probable cause or
reasonable suspicion, when required by the Healing to Wellness Court Team, or by its law
enforcement or treatment provider members or their designees.

I have read, or have had read to me, the above contract and I understand it in its entirety. I
understand I am responsible for knowing all the above rules during my participation in
HTWC. I further acknowledge that I received a copy of the HTWC Participant Contract. I am
willing to abide by this agreement with the Healing to Wellness Court Program.
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Participants Signature
Special Prosecutor

Date

Date

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Defense Bar Representative

______________________
Date

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Case Manager/Project Coordinator

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Date

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aho-chunk%3A419d1e4793c935cb. Public record. Not legal advice.