Re-entering

When returning to society after spending time in prison, there is one thing you are going to need a lot of: patience. Patience for how others may treat you, patience for securing jobs, and patience for feeling secure in your new life. Research shows that it takes an average of three years to be fully…

June 27, 20220Comments

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Activities Family Leadership

Parenting Collaboratively

You may have heard it said that marriage and parenting is about compromise, but today I’m offering a new perspective. Marriage and parenting is about collaboration. Your partner is not an opponent, they are your teammate, and you are working together to raise your children as best you can. For many families, the challenges that they face…

June 24, 20220Comments

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Activities Family Leadership

Saving Money in 2022

Every family has felt the impact of the past year. With costs of goods and essential services on the rise, it is important to take stock of your finances and make sure you are saving money in places you can. For many families, it can be challenging to think about saving money. Here are some…

June 18, 20220Comments

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Family Mental Health Prison

Saying Goodbye angry

“I do not know why I even come to see you! All we ever do is argue. Every. Single. Time. I cannot wait for this visit to be over so I can get out of here and away from you!” If you were with your husband before he went to prison, I am sure you…

June 15, 20220Comments

Bycatherine@theridgeproject.com

Activities Family Holiday

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Why is it that dads are the hardest people to shop for? Whenever you ask what they want for Father’s Day, the answer is always, “nothing.” But you and I both know that they would like something, they just do not want us spending our money on them.

June 13, 20220Comments

ByBrandon.tijerina@theridgeproject.com

Family Leadership

Be your own boss in 2022

Society has always had a need for innovative businesses and creators. In fact, more than ever, there are opportunities for you to create your own business or work part-time as your own boss. As you are reading this, you may be thinking to yourself, I could never be my own boss. Perhaps it’s the fear…

June 11, 20220Comments

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Family Prison Re-entry

helping a loved one in prison

For the over 2 million families that are incarcerated in the United States, finding the time, resources, and effort to keep in touch can be difficult. Although it may seem challenging, there are more ways than ever to stay connected with your loved one in prison. Here are a few ways to stay connected.

June 9, 20220Comments

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Activities Family Mental Health

Create your own Indoor Garden

There are so many reasons to create your own home garden. Although, for many, having a full operation is not realistic or sustainable. As you begin your summer plans, here are a few simple things you can do to start your very own indoor garden.

May 30, 20220Comments

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Activities Family Prison

Creating memories with an Inmate

For the millions of families who have a loved one in prison, it can be a challenge to make positive memories. From the obstacles that come with visits, to the challenges of keeping up with each other’s lives, it can be discouraging to stay connected with your loved one in prison.

May 27, 20220Comments

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Family Mental Health

How to keep your relationship from becoming toxic

No one goes into a relationship looking to be hurt. In fact, most people that find themselves in toxic or even abusive relationships might even say they saw the warning signs but didn’t know how to avoid the negative outcome.

May 24, 20220Comments

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