Re-entering the community
Re-entering the community after jail time is no easy task. After being released, people often struggle to find a place in society and require critical services and support. They may benefit from programs to help rebuild family relationships and access public benefits, housing and employment.
Educational opportunities: After their release from incarceration, it is important for a young person to continue their education. Whether they re-enter public school, enroll in a high school equivalency program or pursue some form of vocational training, education completion helps to set the foundation for lifelong success.
Employment: It is important to get a good, stable job to promote financial freedom and self-reliance. Programs and resources are available in Stark County to help support young people in their search for employment.
Family & friends: After they are released from criminal custody, many young people return to troubled environments. Forming healthy relationships helps them to rebuild a sense of stability and repair damaged relationships.
Mental, emotional & physical health: For those dealing with mental health or medical issues, it is important to get the treatment required to aid in recovery. Free or low-cost health care options are available for individuals without insurance or steady incomes.
Substance use recovery: Many juvenile or young adult offenders struggle with drug and alcohol use. To support healing and recovery, it’s important to have ongoing treatment to address any underlying mental health or substance use issues.
References
Community Legal Aid
Online resource library for a wide range of legal topics.
Help for Parents
Find resources from TroubledTeens.com to support at-risk youth through many of life’s challenges.
The Juvenile Justice Resource Hub
Provides information about mental health, discrimination, reentry and more.
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction
Programs, education and support for those reentering the community after serving prison time.
Ohio Department of Youth Services
Programs, opportunities and support resources to encourage positive outcomes for youth offenders.
Stark County Legal Aid & Pro Bono Services
Find nearby resources for free or low-cost legal assistance.