RE:ENTRY MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Support that shows up. Guidance that lasts. A path forward.
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.
TIER ONE
A three month reentry support program that connects individuals with a staff member for resource navigation, helping address common barriers after incarceration and reduce the likelihood of returning to the justice system.
TIER TWO
Builds on Tier 1 by pairing participants with a volunteer mentor for consistent encouragement and support, while also offering participation in an 18 week Getting Ahead course* focused on long term stability and goal setting. This tier typically lasts about 6 months and includes all Tier 1 services.
*Getting Ahead classes are optional for Tier 2 participants.
TIER THREE
Provides the opportunity to stay in recovery transitional housing for up to two years, with a focus on maintaining sobriety and securing safe, stable permanent housing. This tier builds on Levels 1 and 2 and includes continued support and accountability. Additional eligibility/program requirements and program fees apply.
To learn more, visit our Recovery Transitional Housing page.
all participants have access to:
Resources for employment and Getting Ahead in the Workplace classes
Caring mentors who support your dreams and goals to plug into healthy community.
Assistance acquiring identification, health insurance, food stamps, and more.
Food, personal hygiene packs, and other supplies to make reentry easier
RE:center’s free computer lab, WIFI café, and our knowledgeable, supportive team
Community service opportunities to complete court requirements
MENTORSHIP WORKS
Research shows that individuals leaving incarceration who engage in mentoring relationships are less likely to reoffend and more likely to gain employment and stability. This program is built on that foundation and requires commitment, a willingness to grow, and open communication. Choosing to participate reflects a desire to make lasting, positive change.
Community mentorship adds a critical one-on-one support element that many reentry services lack, helping individuals apply resources, stay accountable, and build confidence. If you are interested in working with a Community Mentor, you can schedule an appointment with our program staff coordinator or stop by the RE:center to learn more.
WE WANT TO HELP.
Reentry can be challenging, but no one has to navigate it alone. Our reentry program provides support, guidance, and practical resources to help individuals overcome barriers, build stability, and move forward with confidence. Whether just getting started or ready for the next step, our team is here to walk alongside each person on the path toward long term success.
If you have any questions, please email contactus@rcaz.us, call 928-457-1707, or stop by.
The RE:center uses the Sobriety Hub platform for program and case management, regardless of substance use history. Applicants do not need a history of substance use to qualify.