New Beginnings Women’s Resource Center
New Beginnings Women’s Resource Center
New Beginnings Women’s Resource Center exists to provide targeted support for incarcerated women in Kent County, Muskegon, and Ottawa County jails. The goal is to offer ongoing and specialized services from pre-release until women are released, focusing on developing the mindsets, habits and skills that will facilitate permanent reintegration. These programs center concrete vocational skills, […]
Lakeshore Legal Aid
Lakeshore Legal Aid is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. They offer targeted legal services to eligible individuals, including indigent clients and elderly individuals who may otherwise be unable to secure quality legal representation. The mission of the organization is to combat poverty and injustice through a combination […]
Michigan Legal Help
Michigan Legal Help is a comprehensive database and resource center for individuals navigating legal troubles without representation. The goal of the project is to create usable tutorials and information sheets that help to clarify the legal process, provide guidance about how to file and process certain forms, and support individuals who are representing themselves in […]
A Brighter Way
A Brighter Way is a community based organization focused on supporting individuals as they return to the community after incarceration. Their goal is to support the reintegration process by facilitating strong relationships, mentorship and mindsets that emphasize successful reentry. The organization approaches mentorship as a method to improve individual behaviors and habits, but also as […]
Guiding Light
Guiding Light is a faith based organization providing support services to individuals recovering from substance abuse. The program is grounded in a four month residential experience that includes peer support and workshops that emphasize personal accountability. Currently, Guiding Light is available only to male participants as the housing community is not approved for mixed gender […]
Great Lakes Recovery Center Offender Success
Great Lakes Recovery Center Offender Success works in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Corrections. The program is committed to easing the transition for justice involved people. Their mission is to improve public safety while offering the services that individuals need to successfully return to the community and break the cycle of reincarceration. Staff and […]
Michigan Ability Partners (MAP)
Michigan Ability Partners is a community based organization dedicated to eliminating homelessness in the community. Potential clients must begin with referral from Housing Access of Washtenaw County, after which staff consider eligibility and needs against available housing options for each client. The goal of Michigan Ability Partners is to ensure that justice involved individuals have […]
Michigan Citizens for Justice
Michigan Citizens for Justice is an advocacy group dedicated to reforming legislation associated with sexual offense. The organization offers support, motivation and information that will function as a positive tool for community collaboration to reform the current laws and policies so that legislation is fact-based and not only fosters public safety, but also protects human […]
Pinnacle Recovery Services
Pinnacle Recovery Services is a community based organization focused on promoting treatment services and facilitating permanent sobriety. Staff work with potential clients to provide safe, stable living environments that promote recovery from substance abuse and offer treatment for individuals with mental health disorders. In order to be considered for inclusion in the program, individuals must […]
Mississippi Center for Re-Entry
Mississippi Center for Re-Entry is a community based organization offering holistic services to support formerly incarcerated individuals. One of their premier programs is Correctional Offender Reentry Program, which supports adults who are currently incarcerated as they anticipate their release and prepare to return to the community. Mississippi Center for Re-Entry also operates a Juvenile Correctional […]