JustACE is a Tasmanian program that provides practical support to offenders/suspected offenders with cognitive impairment who are involved in, or are at risk of being involved in the crimanal justice system.
It is the only program of its kind in Tasmania, focusing on the unique needs of people with cognitive impairment in the justice system.
Our work is guided by a through-care model, ensuring consistent support across court proceedings, in prison, and returning to the community. By breaking down barriers between services and stages of the justice system, JustACE offers participants a pathway to practical tools and resources, helping them address the factors that contribute to their involvement in the justice system.
Justice - Help you better understand the justice system and comply with orders.
Advocacy - Support you to advocate for your rights and needs.
Connection - Work with you to build networks of connection and support.
Empowerment - Assist you to live a meaningful and safe life.
The through-care model used by JustACE ensures that participants receive support throughout their journey. At the court stage, in prison, or returning to the community, JustACE stays connected, helping participants access the assistance they need without interruption to support.
JustACE provides non-diagnostic assessments, brain training, and case management designed to address the unique challenges faced by people with cognitive impairment. These services are practical, focused, and aim to reduce barriers while connecting participants to vital resources.
There are many possible causes of brain injury including trauma, medical events and degenerative neurological condition. The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania provides more information about the causes of brain injury at our specific page.
Acquired brain injury (ABI) is injury to the brain which results in deterioration in cognitive, physical, emotional or independent functioning.
Acquired brain injury can occur as a result of trauma, hypoxia [where a person has less than the normal level of oxygen in the body], infection, tumour, substance abuse, degenerative neurological diseases or stroke. These impairments to cognitive abilities or physical functioning may be either temporary or permanent and cause partial or total disability or psychosocial maladjustment.
