February 3, 2025 3:05 p.m.

The 108th H.O.P.E. Drug Court graduation will be held Monday evening.

It will take place beginning at 5:15 p.m. in the Community Conference Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

A Douglas County Circuit Court release said H.O.P.E. Drug Court is an innovative program that promotes changes and helps participants acquire better insight into how to achieve acceptance while providing the necessary tools to build a support network, attend therapy sessions, develop coping mechanisms, achieve financial stability, re-establish family connections, maintain their personal growth and sobriety post-graduation and more.

The focus on the program is to help each participant with opportunities for personal growth, organizational success, societal development, and an internal shift that pushes them to reach a higher potential. Since the beginning of Drug Court in 1996, there have been 643 graduates. In 2024, the program saved the state over $4.5 million by having a local option for deterrence from prison.

The graduation celebration recognizes the hard work and personal triumph for each graduate as they have met the challenges and exceeded expectations. Graduation projects will be displayed and discussed during the ceremony.

To learn more about the program and view project flyers, go to: H.O.P.E.  Drug Court | Douglas County, OR