RE:ENTRY MENTORSHIP PROJECT

The RE:entry Mentorship Project provides supportive services, information, referrals, and mentor pairing for individuals returning to the community from incarceration. These supportive services and personal guidance empower these individuals to overcome potential barriers and achieve their goals.

Our Community Mentors are volunteers. They receive no financial compensation; they mentor because they care. Our mentors want to cheer on, empower, and guide participants towards success.

If you desire to bridge the gaps for the formerly incarcerated, you can apply to be a mentor online or stop by the RE:center for a paper application.

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Reentry Project Levels

Level 1

Work with a staff member for resource navigation for about 3 months to navigate the barriers of reentry and prevent repeat offenders.

Level 2

Work with a volunteer mentor for emotional support and participate in our 18-week Getting Ahead Class. Includes Level 1 resources.

Level 3

Stay up to two years in our recovery transitional housing with the goal of maintaining sobriety and securing safe and stable permanent housing. Program fees apply. Includes Level 1 & 2 resources.

MENTORSHIP WORKS

Studies show that people leaving prison (or jail) who have a mentor are less likely to be incarcerated. This project expects commitment, willingness to change, and open communication. By choosing this project, you are showing that you want to make positive changes in your life.

The Community Mentorship Project is tremendously successful in other counties. Mentors are trained to provide resource referrals, assist with goal completion, and give emotional support. Many facilities provide reentry services but lack one-on-one mentorship. Mentors are the missing link in successful reentry.

If you would like to work with a Community Mentor, you can also schedule an appointment with our project coordinator. Even if you feel that you aren't ready for a mentor, stop by the RE:center. Our team will help you reach your goals. Watch this video from our parent project, Yavapai Reentry Project.

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PARTICIPANT EXPECTATIONS

commitment

This program is a 6 month commitment. Participants will need to be mentally, emotionally and physically invested into the Reentry Program.

partnership

This program pairs you with a mentor. You will need to be communicative and honest with your mentor to build a strong partnership.

responsibility

This program requires participants to have consistent attendance, respectful attitude and responsible behavior.

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MENTORSHIP OUTCOMES

We care about your success in the community. Our team will guide you through reentry and connect you with the services you need to be a thriving community member. These connections include employment opportunities, behavioral health services, housing, transportation, classes, community, and much more. You only need to be willing to do the work.