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Carol Carothers, M.S., L.C.P.C., L.A.D.C.
| Propelled by the inhumane and immoral quality of treatment in the criminal justice system, Carol is unwavering in the face of criticism and questioning.
Nominator
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Community Health Leaders
2004
Area(s) of expertise:
Mental health
Substance abuse
Leader’s Biography 2004:
Executive Director, NAMI Maine, Augusta, ME
Influenced by the suicide of a young inmate at a maximum-security prison, Carothers spearheaded a Maine initiative to improve treatment of mentally ill prison inmates and prevent their inappropriate incarceration. Her program has become a national source of best practices for criminal justice professionals who work with mentally ill clients.
Where this Leader can be reached today:
Executive Director
NAMI Maine
1 Bangor Street
Augusta, ME 04330
Phone: (207) 622-5767
Email: clcarothers@gwi.net
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