Financial Literacy is the Key to the Future
Coming back to life after being in prison can be tough and hectic,it requires a lot of actions to make sure life gets back on track. People face a number…[...]
Category: Reentry Programs
Reentry programs provide wraparound services and support for ex-felons. These programs are designed to help ex-offenders rejoin society, their family and their community. The information shared in this catgory, is intended to keep ex-offenders and supporters up-to-date on what is being done, and what needs continued support and attention.
What Should We Expect from Our Parents as Adults?
When we were children, most of us had our parents, or caregivers, to take care of everything. They ensured we were fed, safe, and happy, along with many other things.…[...]
Being a Stay-At-Home Mother and How It Affects Children
Many people do not get the opportunity to work from home, let alone mothers. It is a special role and opportunity that families can take advantage of. Mom can stay…[...]
How Laws Impact Felons: Understanding the Challenges
When someone commits a hard crime, such as a violent crime, drug crime, sex crime, etc. and they have been convicted, they are now labeled as a felon. So, what…[...]
Coping with Loss: Understanding and Healing
Nothing and no one can prepare you for loss. It is something that we all go through and is completely inevitable. Loss is one of the hardest things we all…[...]
Dealing with Stigma and Building Confidence After Prison
You have been released from prison and there is finally relief, but you quickly realize how tough it could be. Let us face it, one of the biggest concerns is…[...]
Who you Vote for Makes a Difference
Although I won’t speak on who you should and shouldn’t vote for in an election, I think it’s safe to say that it’s important to just vote and what your…[...]
Dealing with Stress as a Single Mother
We often hear about the burdens that men face when dealing with child support and financial disparities as single fathers, but we never really discuss what women go through being…[...]
The Dangers of Drinking and Driving
You’re sitting on the couch watching your favorite Friday night sitcom and a public service announcement (PSA) comes onto the screen. In the PSA, some friends are at a party…[...]
How Sleep Affects Your Mood and Learning
Getting enough sleep is one of the most important things we can do for our health. When we don’t sleep well, it can affect our mood, how we feel, and…[...]
