Centerstone’s Criminal Justice Program
Centerstone’s Criminal Justice Program
Centerstone’s Criminal Justice Program works to establish a strong and sustainable connection between the criminal justice system and the mental health system. Staff focus on support services to assist individuals who are at increased risk of incarceration due to mental health conditions and/or a history of substance abuse. They are funded by two grants, the […]
New Life Transitions of Northern Illinois
New Life Transitions of Northern Illinois provides services and support to individuals reentering the community after incarceration. They are a small organization working to respond to research and statistics around the factors that most contribute to recidivism. Staff work with each client to determine which services will most benefit them and increase their chance at […]
Metropolitan Planning Council Re-entry Housing
Metropolitan Planning Committee is a nonprofit organization that has been serving the Greater Chicago area for nearly a century. Their mission is to create a more equitable and affordable community for all Chicagoans and reduce barriers to sustainable housing. Their Re-Entry Housing program specifically addresses the difficulties that those with criminal convictions face when working […]
Heartland Re-Entry Program
The Heartland Alliance is an expansive organization with a mission to promote equity and human rights across the globe. Their Heartland Re-Entry Program offers residential services for up to ten justice-involved young people ages 12-17 who would benefit from increased stability before they enter permanent residential placement. The program spans approximately 3-6 months depending on […]
Chicago Coalition for the Homeless Reentry Project
Chicago Coalition for the Homeless Reentry Project operates as a strong advocate for new legislation to support justice involved individuals. They understand the unique connection between incarceration and homelessness, as well as how homelessness perpetuates recidivism. To maximize their impact, the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless Reentry Project partners with Restoring Rights and Opportunities Coalition […]
Progress House, Inc.
Progress House offers an expansive and evidence based support system for individuals recovering from substance abuse. Their recovery program is designed to serve men who are working toward permanent sobriety and recovery from dependence to any mind-altering substance. Clients participate in a 3-phase behavioral health and long term residential program that approaches recovery as a […]
Churches Embracing Offenders (CEO)
Churches Embracing Offenders is a faith-based coalition of churches and community members who support reentry efforts. Volunteers are called upon by their religious conviction to provide spiritual guidance and mentorship to justice involved individuals. All those who have been directly affected by the corrections system may be eligible for services through Churches Embracing Offenders. Currently, […]
Community Outreach Network Services
Community Outreach Network Services, Inc. is a therapeutic practice that specializes in recovery and mental health treatment. Counseling specialties include: mental health treatment; addiction and recovery treatment, intervention, prevention and education; therapy for co-occurring disorders; trauma, PTSD and acute stress counseling; couples and/or family counseling; pain management; MAT Therapy (in conjunction with your medical doctor); […]
Center for Community Justice
Center for Community Justice provides services, advocacy and support to promote restorative justice practices in the community. Their goal is to offer sustainable pathways toward recovery and rehabilitation that improve the safety and equity of the community. Staff and volunteers work to empower justice involved individuals to take responsibility for their actions and recognize themselves […]
It’s Possible, Inc.
It’s Possible, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the community through transition services. Their mission is to offer justice involved individuals with the services and support programs they require to successfully reenter the community after incarceration. The Jail Transition Services program targets currently incarcerated individuals at Elkhart County Jail who are serving a […]