Where to Start Post-Incarceration?
Imprisonment can have a profound impact on an individual's life, making it difficult to return to society post-incarceration. The challenges faced by those who have served time in prison can…[...]
Category: After Incarceration
Reentry Services – Common Questions
What are reentry services? Reentry services are programs that assist individuals who have been incarcerated in their transition back into society. The goal of these services is to help former…[...]
Unemployment and Mass Incarceration Crisis
Unemployment and mass incarceration are two of the most pressing issues facing America today. While the unemployment rate has steadily declined over the past decade, it remains stubbornly high for…[...]
Effects of Incarceration on Mental Health & Family Relationships
Incarceration has a profound impact on the lives of individuals who are behind bars, as well as those who are close to them. According to the National Criminal Justice Reference…[...]
Recidivism: Understanding the Phenomenon and its Implications
Recidivism refers to the repeated commission of criminal offenses by individuals who have already been convicted and punished for their crimes. This phenomenon has long been a major concern for…[...]
Redefining your Life Post-Incarceration
I was incarcerated... Now What?! Incarceration stands among the most traumatic experiences one could go through. However, the real struggle begins after incarceration. Our society is laced with prejudice, especially…[...]
Self-Improvement Made Easy
Life after incarceration can be quite challenging. No matter how much you’d want things to be how they were in the past, the truth is, they never will; however, that…[...]
Incarceration and it’s Impact on Mental Health
What effects does incarceration have on mental health? The alarmingly large number of inmates with mental health issues who are housed in jails and prisons is frequently discussed. The ways…[...]
Influencing Mental Health
Self-Awareness What is self-awareness? It sounds pretty obvious, being aware of oneself; however, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. It’s knowing your triggers, internal and external feelings, intuitions, abilities,…[...]
5 Things to Consider After Incarceration
It can be difficult to face life once you've made a choice that drastically impacted your future and/or the people around you. However, we all have the ability to change…[...]