We’re excited to share an all-new episode of our podcast The California Probation Connection, featuring a conversation with Lake County Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans as she shares about Lake County Probation’s annual Resilient Reentry Event. This yearly event brings together justice-involved individuals, families, community partners, and local service providers to connect people with resources and support as they navigate reentry and build a path toward successful, meaningful lives.
Chief Mondfrans discusses the importance of community partnerships, accessible resources, and creating opportunities for individuals returning to the community. She also shares how the event reflects Lake County Probation’s commitment to supporting second chances and strengthening connections that contribute to successful reentry.
Whether you’re a probation chief, probation professional, community partner, or anyone working to support successful reentry, Chief Mondfrans offers valuable insight into how one event can bring agencies, organizations, and community members together to create meaningful connections and expand opportunities for those returning home. Tune in for ideas and inspiration that can help strengthen reentry efforts in your own community.
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As we recognize Probation Services Week 2026, I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to all the probation professionals serving communities across California every day.
Probation is a profession built on balance, balancing accountability with compassion, structure with support, and enforcement with opportunity for change. It is work that often happens behind the scenes, yet its impact is seen every day in safer communities, stronger families, and individuals finding pathways toward lasting change.
As Probation Services Week 2026 begins, California’s probation professionals were recently recognized on both the Senate and Assembly floors for their vital contributions to public safety and community well-being. We extend our sincere thanks to legislators Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen and Senator Anna Caballero who took the time to acknowledge the dedicated work of probation professionals across the state and highlight the essential role they play in California’s justice system.
PRESS RELEASE
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — July 23, 2026 — The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed July 19-25 as National Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week, recognizing the dedicated professionals who work every day to improve public safety while helping justice-involved individuals successfully reenter the community.
From the Daily Democrat.
July 24, 2026 — Yolo County recently recognized Probation Services Week, observed July 19 through July 25, by honoring the probation officers and staff whose work strengthens public safety, supports victims, promotes accountability and helps people make lasting change in their lives.
“Yolo County’s probation staff play an important role in helping justice-involved community members build toward a better life,” Chair of the Yolo County Board of Supervisors Sheila Allen said. “My colleagues and I were glad to take some time…to recognize the work our probation team does to create safer and healthier communities.”
From the Santa Barbara Independent
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 20, 2026 - In recognition of Probation and Pretrial Services Week, July 19–25, 2026, the County of Santa Barbara Probation Department proudly honors its dedicated officers and professional staff who protect public safety, promote accountability, and support individuals as they transition back into our community.
From the Susanville Stuff
LASSEN, Calif., July 24, 2026 - The Lassen County Board of Supervisors took time to recognize the vital role of local probation professionals during their Tuesday meeting, officially proclaiming July 19th through the 25th, as Probation Services Week in Lassen County.
SAN FRANCISCO – Last week, the San Francisco Juvenile Probation Department (JPD) proudly celebrated Probation Services Week 2026 by honoring the vital, compassionate, and often unsung work of its dedicated professionals who serve youth and young adults in the juvenile justice system.
With a mix of history, art, and camaraderie, the week’s events showcased the department’s deep roots in San Francisco and its ongoing commitment to safe, rehabilitative, and community-centered services.