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Ware Youth Center is for State Juvenile offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.
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The LA OJJ - Ware Youth Center at Coushatta is within the jurisdiction of the Louisiana Department of Juvenile Justice located at 3565 US Hwy 71, Coushatta, LA.
The facility provides supervision of youth in a safe, secure and humane environment. Services for youth include education, mental health, substance abuse, and health care. Medical and mental health are contracted services. Educational services are funded by the Louisiana Department of Education through local school districts.
A typical day in secure detention would involve hygiene, meals, school, structured physical and educational activities, and court appearance as scheduled. The average length of stay in secure state detention is approximately 60 days.
Ware Youth Center provides accommodation for males and females aged 10 to 16 at both its Coushatta and Bossier facilities, offering 34 beds at Coushatta and 21 beds at Bossier. Additionally, the center offers a 24-bed non-secure residential group home for twelve females and twelve males, along with a 16-bed substance abuse treatment program for eight males and eight females.
In terms of education, Ware Youth Center offers separate classes for males and females, providing traditional academic instruction aligned with Carnegie units and credits according to State of Louisiana records. Placement in grades is determined through State of Louisiana certification, and special education classes are available. The center also offers GED preparation and testing for residents aged 16 and older, along with LEAP Testing, IOWA Testing, and other standardized testing mandated by the Department of Education. Coordination with local colleges and vocational schools is facilitated for residents who have completed a GED and demonstrate appropriate behavior while off-campus.
Religious services are provided on campus by volunteer pastors, further contributing to the holistic support and development of the youth residents at Ware Youth Center.
Juvenile facilities overseen by the State of Louisiana do not publish the names of the offenders housed in their facility. As such, there is no public forum for this information.
OJJ Visitation Guidelines link from their website - Support and visitation by family members play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of youth in secure care facilities. Visits from family members can serve as a source of motivation and inspiration for youth, encouraging their active participation in programming and helping them to achieve the goals outlined in their treatment plans. Moreover, such visits may contribute to the possibility of an earlier release date for the youth. Demonstrating your care through regular visits reassures your child that they are not forgotten and reinforces their sense of connection to their family.
During your visit, you will have the opportunity to meet with facility staff to discuss your child's progress and any concerns you may have. Your child may designate approved visitors, and the facility will assist them in creating a visitor list with guidance from their case manager or counselor. This list will be available for your review.
To ensure the safety and security of all individuals involved, background checks are conducted on potential visitors before they are permitted to visit the facility grounds. Your child retains the right to refuse any visitor if they so choose.
If you encounter challenges in visiting your child due to transportation issues or personal circumstances, you are encouraged to reach out to the facility, regional office, or the OJJ Regional Family Liaison for assistance in scheduling a visit or addressing any other concerns you may have.
For detailed information on the visitor approval process and safety measures during visitation, please refer to the secure care facilities or contact the relevant authorities for guidance.
