Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Prison Dads

Father’s Day is this Sunday and time is running short to find the perfect give for your father. For many of us, finding thoughtful yet practical gifts for our dads can be quite challenging. Throw the obstacle of incarceration on top of that and it gets even more difficult to do. However, there is no…

June 17, 20210Comments

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What You Need to Know Before Visiting a Loved One in Prison

When a loved one ends up in prison, your first thoughts may be “When will I get to see them again?” If you’ve never visited a loved one in prison before it can seem intimidating, maybe even a little scary. By knowing what to expect you can alleviate some of the questions, fears, or uncertainty you…

June 15, 20210Comments

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Brighten someones day in prison

For many who are incarcerated, the holidays can be a lonely time. A time that is meant to bring families and friends together can bring painful memories and cause division. But it doesn't have to be. In fact, all the more reason for families with a loved one in prison to draw together and connect.…

December 24, 20200Comments

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What you can do for an inmate for Christmas

This year Christmas will be more of a challenge with all of the restrictions on visits and movements. This is all the more reason to celebrate the holiday with your loved one in prison.

December 21, 20200Comments

Bycatherine@theridgeproject.com

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Holidays In Prison

This is my favorite time of year! Christmas is almost here. Everyone is pausing from their regular routine to find ways to connect with family and friends. Not even COVID19 will put a damper on my excitement to celebrate Christmas. Nothing can steal my joy during Christmas! Not ever again. I made that decision years ago after returning home…

December 8, 20200Comments

Bycatherine@theridgeproject.com

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Thanksgiving When Your Man is in Prison

Can you believe we are at the end of November already? Thanksgiving is just days away, and Christmas is coming quickly. People are rushing to celebrate Christmas without giving Thanksgiving the attention and honor it deserves. Thanksgiving is a perfect time to reflect on all the great things in your life - to focus on Gratefulness. Gratefulness…

November 26, 20200Comments

Bycatherine@theridgeproject.com

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Prison Visits over the Holidays

Holidays are hard when your man is in prison. The pain of them being in prison multiplies as families gather. The empty chair in the room seems to dwarf everything else around it. Visiting is even more critical during the holiday season. Seeing your husband relieves some of the pressure and pain—even if it is…

October 30, 20200Comments

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Connecting During the Shutdown

Quarantined life is much different than my regular life I am still adjusting to my new, I hope temporary, lifestyle. Part of me is enjoying the slower pace of life. I have more time for laundry, cooking, phone calls to connect with loved ones and to invest in the things that are most important to…

April 7, 20200Comments

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Letting Your Partner in Prison Make Family Decisions

Making decisions together as a couple is important. Life is full of options and opportunities. You have to make decisions every day as you are indeed setting the course for your future. When you include your partner in the decision-making process, you honor his place in your family and pave the way for your…

July 12, 20190Comments

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How to Prepare Your Children for a Prison Visit

No child ever dreams that as a mother they would be taking her children to visit their father in prison. Making the decision to keep your kids connected to their father while he is in prison is tough. In fact, it is one of the hardest decisions you will have to make. It is also…

April 12, 20190Comments

Bycatherine@theridgeproject.com