October 9, 2025 3:20 a.m.

A H.O.P.E Drug Court participant is holding a Packs with Purpose fundraiser to support those completing the Residential Substance Abuse Treatment program in the Douglas County Jail.

A Douglas County Circuit Court release said the RSAT program helps repeat property and drug offenders who are eligible for downward-departed prison sentences. The program is 120 days, or more if needed, and gives participants time for therapeutic intervention locally, with the goal of reducing recidivism and offering alternatives to state prison. Participants are kept in a separate pod away from the general population and their schedule includes daily group sessions and individual counseling.

Upon successful RSAT completion, the individual transitions directly into the H.O.P.E. Drug Court program, which serves as aftercare. The release said many people graduating from RSAT may find themselves with very little or nothing for reentry.

H.O.P.E. Drug Court graduate phase participant Tanaya Hulsey is trying to help by creating backpacks with some essential items for those being released who may not have what is needed for basic hygiene. People can help by donating items like shampoo and conditioner, socks and undergarments, food and coffee gift cards and certificates, water bottles, hairbrushes, shaving items, deodorant, toothbrush and paste, bar soap, and thermal shirts and pants.

Drop-off locations are:

*Denny’s Restaurant at 350 West Harvard Avenue

*Umpqua Health Lobby – Newton Creek location at 3031 Northeast Stephens Street

For more information about donations, contact Tanaya Hulsey at 541-391-2668.

Complete details about H.O.P.E. Drug Court are available at: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/851/HOPE-Drug-Court