“Discharge Planner Program,” helps inmates with mental health issues Gene Marrano August 26, 2014 1 minute read Roanoke City Sheriff Tim Allen Its called the “Discharge Planner Program,” … an effort by Sheriff Tim Allen to get inmates with mental health issues back on track when they leave the Roanoke City Jail. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Five-mile missing link separates Roanoke Valley, SML water systemsNext: Shooting death of Missouri teen prompts community dialogue with Roanoke police Related Stories VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026 Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ Campaign Highlights VA’s Struggling Mental Healthcare Industry Emma Thomas May 8, 2026