Category: Support System Resources
A Family Guide to Juvenile Reentry Programs: Insights for a Positive Journey
Your teen's return from incarceration or a step-down program can be an exciting new chapter…it’s all in how you and your child approach it. In this guide, we’ll explore juvenile reentry programs, drawing on insights from experienced reentry professionals who work with justice-involved youth every day. Our goal is to help you and your teen [...]
A New Beginning—Part 11
Marcus sat in his living room, staring at the family photo he had kept with him throughout his incarceration. His children had grown so much in his absence, and the thought of reconnecting with them filled him with both hope and anxiety. They barely knew him, and he feared they might resent him for the [...]
A New Beginning—Part 10
Marcus stood outside his apartment, heart racing after a close encounter with some old associates. Their invitation to join them in an "easy money" scheme had nearly tempted him, but he managed to walk away. This brush with his past left Marcus shaken, acutely aware of how fragile his progress was. Remembering a flyer from [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Free Resources to Champion a Smooth Reentry
Returning to the community after incarceration presents a unique set of challenges for individuals as well as their loved ones. It's a time of both hope and uncertainty, requiring dedication, support, and access to the right resources. Whether you are facing reentry directly or supporting a loved one, knowing where and how to find available [...]
Find Your Path Forward: How a Mentor Can Be Your Partner in Reentry
Reentry after any period of incarceration may present challenges. You may be encountering obstacles related to having your freedom back, securing housing, finding employment, staying sober, breaking old ties, or rebuilding relationships with family and friends. Please remember, you are not alone in this process. Reentry support systems, such as mentorship, are available to equip [...]
International Women’s Day—Celebrating Women Who Have Overcome Adversity
Women all around the world face adversity and have managed to persevere against all odds. In honor of International Women’s Day, this article will highlight some influential women who have overcome hardships in their past. Oprah Winfrey Oprah Winfrey is a successful talk show host, producer, and author, and famously uses her platform to help [...]
Holiday Support & Service
If your incarceration or the incarnation of a loved one has led you astray from family and friends, you may find that the holiday season brings feelings of loneliness and isolation. It can be hard to go through the holidays on your own when it is a time that is typically spent with loved ones, [...]
