PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Our Life Skills Program is designed for women ages 18 and older who are seeking to build a strong foundation for long-term personal growth and success. This transformative eigh-week program equips participants with practical tools that can be applied in everyday life, while also addressing deeper challenges that contribute to cycles of instability and generational recidivism.

Each session includes focused instruction in:

• Emotional Regulation and Anger Management Strategies
• Resilience Building and Healthy Coping Mechanisms
• Critical Thinking and Effective Problem-Solving Skills
• Positive Parenting Approaches and Child Development Insights
• Strategic Goal Setting and Personal Development Planning

Through empowerment, education, and support, this program helps women not only navigate their present circumstances but also create a legacy of resilience and opportunity for future generations.

Mentorship opportunities are available to women who participate in any of the services offered through our programs, providing them with ongoing guidance, encouragement, and support. Additionally, we offer specialized mentorship for young adults who have at least one parent currently incarcerated. This initiative is designed to foster resilience, build confidence, and help youth navigate the challenges associated with parental incarceration.

All volunteer mentors are required to complete a formal application process, which includes a comprehensive background check, thorough vetting, and training to ensure the highest standards of safety and support. Mentorship requires a nine-month commitment, reflecting our dedication to building meaningful, consistent relationships that promote long-term growth and empowerment.

The Ready to Thrive Program is a vital initiative designed to empower adults—both men and women—who have experienced incarceration, substance use challenges, poverty, or limited access to education and employment opportunities. This program is a critical stepping stone for individuals seeking to rebuild their lives and move toward independence, stability, and long-term success.

Through a supportive, skills-based approach, Ready to Thrive helps participants break free from cycles of hardship and unlock their potential. The program equips individuals with practical, in-demand skills that improve employability and open doors to new opportunities.

Program components include:

• Career Readiness and Workforce Preparation
• Professional Resume Writing and Development
• Microsoft Office Suite Training (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Interview Skills and Effective Communication Techniques
• QuickBooks Bookkeeping Certification Course
• Computer Literacy Classes for Foundational and Advanced Skills

By focusing on personal growth, professional development, and economic empowerment, Ready to Thrive provides the tools and support needed to create lasting change and break the cycle of generational recidivism.

• Utility Assistance Program: Offering one-time financial support to single mothers living at or below the poverty line, helping ensure they maintain essential services for their families.
• Annual School Supply Giveaway: Providing K-12 school supplies to children of formerly incarcerated women, ensuring they have the resources they need for a successful school year.
• Backpack Giveaway: Distributing backpacks filled with essential living items and toiletries to women and girls, helping them feel supported and prepared for daily challenges.
• Christmas Giveaway: Offering toys and essential gifts, including clothes, shoes, socks, and coats, to children of formerly incarcerated women, bringing joy and comfort during the holiday season.
• Free Shoe Giveaway: Providing new shoes to individuals in need, ensuring they have access to proper footwear for school, work, and everyday life.

These programs are designed to support individuals and families facing significant challenges, and we invite you to get involved and help make a difference today!

We are committed to helping families impacted by incarceration break the cycle of recidivism, providing essential support to both children and seniors to reduce food insecurity and promote stability. Our services include mental health and substance abuse treatment center referrals, ensuring individuals receive the care they need to rebuild their lives.

Whenever necessary, we offer compassionate support by referring and accompanying women to drug and mental health treatment centers. We assist them throughout the enrollment process and provide ongoing encouragement as they progress through treatment. If transportation barriers exist, we go the extra mile—accompanying women to treatment centers or arranging rides to ensure they have access to the help they need.

Advocacy for Healthcare and Housing
We actively advocate for women, helping them navigate access to critical healthcare services and identify housing solutions during times of crisis or upon their release from incarceration. Our goal is to empower individuals to regain their independence and well-being.