In response to a need for justice-involved members of the community, in 2019 the Pueblo of Santa Ana were able to implement a Healing to Wellness Court (HTWC), led by the idea that “everyone is on their own path to wellness.” Working with the Tribal Law and Policy Institute (TLPI) and other HTWCs, they were able to create and implement evidence-based policies and resources in accordance with best practice standards.
After making procedural adjustments during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Santa Ana HTWC realized that they were not alone in their struggle to adapt. Santa Ana HTWC case manager staff were able to connect with other courts to form a “Coalition with the Healing to Wellness Courts in New Mexico [to] share documents, forms, trainings, ideas, and solutions, and talk about their roles.” The coalition meets monthly to brainstorm and offer support.