Reentry & After Care

[vc_row full_width=”1″ full_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1441837416186{background-color: #d1a02a !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”72px”][vc_custom_heading text=”REENTRY & AFTER CARE” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%2316273f” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_empty_space height=”72px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”1″][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″ column_responsive_small=”1″ column_responsive_extra_small=”1″][vc_empty_space height=”150px”][vc_media_grid grid_id=”vc_gid:1441894689349-f77e61b5-559d-3″ include=”349,355,357,351,37,356,352,344,350″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/6″][vc_empty_space height=”100px”][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”2″ custom_sparator_width=”15%” accent_color=”#e2b323″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text]Reentering society following release from jail or prison is very difficult for offenders as well as their families.  Former offenders often struggle with lack of education and employment opportunities, limited housing options, substance abuse, and an overall lack of life and social skills, among other issues.  The Reentry & After Care program seeks to fill the service gap for young men ages 16-21, providing case management and connecting them to the resources they need to transition back into the community and avoid recidivism.  We offer a variety of programs that span seven domains which we have identified as presenting the greatest challenges to the men we serve.  Upon enrollment, young men identify the top three domains in which they most need assistance.  A case manager will work with each young man to ensure they are connected to the appropriate programs and resources.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]Enrolling is easy. Simply complete the form here and you will be contacted about your interest.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”2″ custom_sparator_width=”15%” accent_color=”#e2b323″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”1″][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][vc_custom_heading text=”REENTRY DOMAINS & SERVICES” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1441850935590{margin-right: 40px !important;margin-left: 40px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”FAMILY & LIVING ARRANGEMENTS” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%231c3155″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1441895110085{margin-left: 24px !important;}”]

  • Monthly Better Fatherhood Initiative (National Fatherhood Initiative Curriculum)
  • Assistance with basic needs (e.g., ID, housing, clothing closet)
  • Referral and Linkage to housing resources

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  • MenTouring Through Proverbs (Lesson Unit Workshops)
  • Interpersonal Relations and Social Functioning Activities

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  • Anger Management Curriculum
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Self-Definition, Self-Governance, and Self-Competence)
  • Life Coaching Workshops

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  • Prevention Workshops
  • Referral and Linkage to substance abuse therapeutic services

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  • Referral and Linkage to Alternative Education
  • Partner with community education programs

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  • 60 Day Intern-Work Partnership Program
  • Monthly Vocational/Employment Readiness Workshops (Resume, Transfer Skills, Mock Interview, etc.)
  • Partner with trade schools and vocational training centers

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  • Partner with church basketball league to offer recreational activities
  • Partner with local gyms and fitness facilities to offer reduced membership fees

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Responsible Teen Fatherhood Program

September 2018-June 2019 via United Way– Unite Charlotte Grant | Serving 10-15 teen dads in the area of equipping and empowering young fathers with parental skills and child development knowledge   | West Charlotte High School

LaDonte’ K. Lee will be a guest panelist for Communities In Schools’ “Safe Journey” Programs “The Father Factor” at Covenant Presbyterian Church on February 8, 2018 at 3:00 p.m.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]