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, 20231Comment

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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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Preparing to Visit Your Loved One in Prison

Are you preparing to visit someone you love who is incarcerated in a jail, prison or detention facility? For the over 2 million who are incarcerated, visiting your loved one will be one of the best ways to help them along their re-entry journey. As visitations vary state-by-state, and institution-by-institution, it is important to know…

March 23, 20230Comments

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Christmas Time in Prison

Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year for most people! There are family get-togethers, shopping, vacations, and so much more! Christmas is also one of the hardest times of the year for people. Their family might be celebrating Christmas in a prison visiting room, grieving the loss of a loved one,…

December 8, 20220Comments

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Holiday visits in Prison

The holiday season can bring some of the best memories. From time with family, to making memories and celebrating each family’s unique cultural heritage, there are many reasons the holidays are special. For many it’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also be an incredibly challenging time. Those with a loved one…

November 23, 20220Comments

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Making the most of prison visits

Once you approach visits with the right attitude, these can be incredibly hopeful moments in your week. These few precious minutes in your day have the potential to be the best time of your week

September 30, 20220Comments

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Overcoming the Shock of Incarceration

If you or a loved one is serving a prison sentence, this pain is all too real. For the over 2 million families facing this in the U.S. today, the crippling pain of incarceration will affect every area of your life. The shock of prison will act as a ripple effect throughout every part of…

September 27, 20220Comments

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Staying in Touch

One of the most difficult things for families with a loved one in prison is staying connected. This is one of the most important things for any prison relationship. Whether it’s a child, parent, spouse or friend, staying in touch will require more intentionality than ever before. Not only will it mean more effort, but…

September 20, 20220Comments

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Stop Talking About Sex

One of the things couples miss most during incarceration is the physical intimacy of sex. While your partner is in prison, you are not having sex unless the institution allows conjugal visits (which is rare!) Sex is an essential part of a healthy relationship but is not the most crucial.

August 4, 20220Comments

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Re-connecting with Family

In life, there are few things more critical to personal growth than family. There have been countless studies that show staying connected as a family will greatly increase the success and overall heath of children. The same can be said for those who are not intentional. For families affected by trauma, neglect or other environmental…

July 1, 20220Comments

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