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A New Beginning—Part 8
Marcus stood in line at the grocery store, a basket full of healthy food items in hand. He had been working hard to maintain a balanced diet as part of his wellness journey. As he approached the counter, he reached for the folded bills in his pocket, relieved he had enough cash to cover the [...]
A New Beginning—Part 7
Marcus had been relying on the bus to get to the probation office for his regular check-ins. One day, he received a notification that the bus route he normally took was cancelled due to a staffing shortage. This unexpected change left him worried about missing his appointment and potentially risking a technical violation. Marcus looked [...]
A New Beginning—Part 6
As Marcus continued his journey of recovery and reintegration, he started feeling unwell, experiencing symptoms like persistent fatigue, frequent headaches, and difficulty sleeping. Without health insurance, Marcus grew increasingly worried about how he would afford the necessary medical care to address these issues. He knew that access to healthcare was crucial for his ongoing recovery [...]
A New Beginning—Part 5
As Marcus continued his journey of recovery, he began to notice changes in his mood and behavior. He found himself feeling increasingly anxious and depressed, struggling to sleep at night and concentrate during the day. Marcus realized he needed to address these mental health issues to maintain his overall well-being and sobriety. Recognizing the Signs [...]
A New Beginning—Part 4
A Painful Setback Marcus was staying on track with his probation conditions and maintaining his sobriety. He had moments of doubt and confusion, but overall, he felt positive about where he was at his life and the progress that he had made to reclaim his life. He attended regular support group meetings and felt like [...]
A New Beginning—Part 3
A Close Call Marcus had settled into the halfway house and was working hard to get his life back on track. He attended regular meetings with his probation officer and followed all the rules of his release. However, one day, he found himself in a situation that threatened to derail his progress. As he was [...]
A New Beginning—Part 2
The Struggle to Find a Home Marcus’s next hurdle was to find a place to live. He knew that his criminal record would make it challenging, but he was determined to find a stable home. He started by searching online at apartments.com, looking for affordable rentals in his area. However, many landlords conducted background checks [...]
A New Beginning—Part 1
Freedom's Weight The heavy steel door shut behind Marcus, and he took a deep breath of fresh air. After years behind bars, he was a free man, but the weight of uncertainty pressed down on his shoulders. Where would he go? What would he do? The world he once knew had moved on, and he [...]
Reentry Checklist: Strategies for a Smooth Transition
As you prepare to transition back into the community after incarceration, you may feel overwhelmed. It's natural to feel uncertain about where to begin or how to tackle the obstacles that come with reentry. However, it's important to remember that you are not alone on this journey, and there are resources available to support you [...]
National Reunification Month: Keeping Families Together
Thanks to National Reunification Month, observed every June, there is more emphasis on the importance of keeping families together. The absence of a family member due to incarceration can be an emotional experience, and the reunion may include a mix of feelings as well. Whether welcoming back a child, parent, or partner, or trying to [...]
