Transforming Systems through Research, Practice, and Partnership
TASC’s Center for Health and Justice (CHJ) is a national and international leader in advancing real-world solutions at the intersection of healthcare and the justice system. We work with partners across the country and around the world to build healthier, safer, and more just communities.
What we do
Connecting Policy, Research, and Practice
CHJ provides technical assistance, training, and consulting that help communities translate science into solutions and evidence into action. Our expertise spans:
Deflection and Diversion
Law Enforcement and Community Partnerships
Systems Mapping and Action Planning
Treatment and Recovery Capacity
Data and Technology Solutions
Who we partner with
Our partnerships bridge gaps and ensure the right resources reach the right people — at the right time.
Community-based organizations
Law enforcement & EMS
School systems
Local government agencies
Healthcare providers
Recovery & treatment centers
Some of our partners
Why partner with us
Training & Education
Workshops, webinars, and custom sessions.
Community Awareness
Co-developed programs tailored to our community.
Response Support
Coordination strategies with EMS, law enforcement, and treatment providers.
Policy & Advocacy
Partner alignment around legislative goals.
Resource Hubs
Access to brochures, guides, data sheets, and more.
Resources from CHJ
Stay informed about our latest work, advocacy efforts, and community partnerships. Explore stories that highlight the impact of our programs and the people we serve.
Technical Assistance (TA) for Health and Justice System Improvements
National TA Hub for Deflection and Diversion: Supporting Deflection and Community-Based Response at Sequential Intercepts 0 and 1
Deflection: Law Enforcement/First Responders, Treatment Services, and Communities Working Together for Public Safety and Public Health
Find support and make connections within your community
Our Impact
Sustainable Change
From community reentry to statewide policy, CHJ initiatives reduce arrest and recidivism, lower substance use and overdose, and save taxpayer dollars.
250+ sites
across the U.S., providing statewide technical assistance in states such as Illinois and Oregon, and training thousands of practitionaers
48+ states
(and 2 territories) where our expertise has been shared.
1,600+ Communities
now operate deflection initiatives, strengthening public safety while promoting recovery and reducing overdose deaths.
Our Global Reach
Illinois, USA
Oregon, USA
Kenya
Czech Republic
Austria
Italy
France
Peru
Egypt
Greece
Why it matters
By combining accountability with compassion, CHJ helps transform systems so individuals, families, and communities can thrive. Every engagement is tailored to local strengths and needs — ensuring that strategies are practical, actionable, and built to last.
