The goal is to help clients reduce alcohol/drug use and achieve and maintain improved levels of social, economic, and personal development and independence. Direct Access allows an individual to go directly to a provider they choose to receive a comprehensive assessment and access care immediately. The county will assess individuals who need help paying for a chemical use assessment or treatment services through the Behavioral Health Fund. Services also include: - Chemical dependency assessment - Prepetition screening for all individuals petitioned for civil commitments for a chemical dependency due to being a danger to themselves or others - Referrals to community-based service providers for chemical assessments or treatment services. Also, directs individuals to visit www.fasttrackermn.org for additional resources.