ACLU of MaineVerified account

Report notes that “the number of suicide attempts and self-harming gestures” are proof that Long Creek is wrong for most children (p.8).

The reports notes that “children are routinely strip-searched after family visits.” (p. 24).

According to the report, staff and administrators said that 25%-50% of children at Long Creek should be released. (p. 74) #mepolitics

The report found that Long Creek staff are not sufficiently prepared by on-the-job training programs to safely supervise youth. #MEpolitics

“Long Creek must do more to create a safe and supportive environment for [LGBTQ/GNCT] youth." (p.48) #mepolitics

The report found that “there is an urgent need for a more comprehensive assessment of Maine's juvenile justice system" (p.15) #mepolitics

We could not agree more. Closing Long Creek is going to require a commitment from DHHS, DOE, and the courts, as well as DOC. #mepoltics

“Many of the problems at Long Creek have emerged from failings of other support systems and services outside of the facility.” (p. 73).

The report found that Long Creek does not do a good job of telling kids where to report sexual abuse. (p. 71). #MEpolitics

The report found that the sexual assault hotline number given to children at Long Creek goes to a nonworking number. (p.68) #mepolitics