8 Steps to take when a loved one goes to prison

You may find yourself feeling alone, afraid, and in despair. You are not alone. There are many people, just like you going through a similar struggle. In fact, for the over 2 million families with a loved one in prison, this shared feeling is something that many can relate to.

August 11, 20230Comments

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Mental Health Prison Re-entry

Starting Over

There are times in everyone’s lives where we are forced to make a change. These transitions are often the cause of incredible distress in one’s life. Although this may seem very lonely, you are not alone. You may feel lost and without a plan, but you are not alone. Don’t be discouraged if you feel…

August 8, 20230Comments

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Activities Family Mental Health Prison Re-entry

Your loved one is in prison, now what?

The reality has sunk in, your loved one is in prison. Regardless of the reason, it may feel like your whole world is turned upside down; without a doubt theirs is. As you are navigating what is perhaps one of the most difficult moments in your life, we put together some suggestions to help keep…

July 25, 20230Comments

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Re-entry and Relationships

There are many barriers to sustaining a relationship with someone who is incarcerated. From the challenges of communication, to the financial and emotional effects it carries, prison relationships take effort. Today, we will share some ways to help you and your partner manage prison relationships. For the over 2 million men and women currently…

June 16, 20230Comments

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Leadership Mental Health Prison Re-entry

Finding peace in Hard Times

Hard times are part of the human experience. From financial, to emotional, to a loved one’s incarceration sentence, there are many reasons why one may feel they are in hard times. As you seek to overcome a challenging season, you may feel like you have no way to change your reality. If you feel like…

May 22, 20230Comments

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Family Mental Health Prison Re-entry

How to Support a Loved One in Prison

When a loved one goes to prison, it will dramatically change your family’s lives. While it will no doubt impact your life profoundly, this new season will also affect every area of their life. There are ways to not only support your loved one, but empower them to stay strong and keep your family intact.

May 15, 20230Comments

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Family Prison Re-entry

Navigating Child Support

Child support is an important part of keeping families together. Whether a family is separated by divorce or incarceration, child support is a key part to helping children receive the support and care they need. In a perfect world, child support is not a burden on either party, and creates a sustainable solution that allows…

April 25, 20230Comments

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Prison Re-entry

What to Know about Parole

Coming home. That incredible moment in the life of every returning citizen. It is the moment you’ve been waiting for. As one reunites with friends, family and community, the surreal feeling may even seem like an out of body experience. But as one comes home from prison, it is important to be awake to this…

April 19, 20230Comments

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Activities Family Prison Re-entry

Games to play in the visiting room

Family visitations are what you make them. Many visiting rooms may feel cold, harsh and intimidating; not very ideal scenarios for family time. Despite this, there are many ways for your family to truly enjoy each other and create long-lasting memories together.

April 12, 20230Comments

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Family Mental Health Prison Re-entry

Overcoming Barriers to Re-entry

As men and women come from home, they will be met with an entirely new world. Whether one has been gone for six months or sixty years, they will face a society that makes it difficult to become productive members of society. For the over 2 million people currently serving time, it can be overwhelming…

April 8, 20230Comments

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