Components of re-entry programs

Institutional phase

From the time they are incarcerated until a few months before release

Services

• Education
• Job training
• Mental health/substance abuse treatment
• Support groups

Structured re-entry phase

A few months before to a few months after release

Services

• Stress management
• Anger management
• Communication skills
• Job readiness
• Conflict resolution training

Parole phase

Release until parole is complete

Services

• Connect with community services
• Help in getting a job
• Connect with substance abuse program
• Housing assistance