“Following herein are some of JHA’s real-world observations made in the process of accompanying and, at times, endeavoring to assist people as they attempted to access critical reentry supports, resources and services following their release from prison. These five key takeaways are based on our on the ground experience navigating reentry programs and opportunities with these young men shortly after their release from prison. This list is in no way comprehensive or exhaustive. Rather, it highlights just some of the more immediate, pressing needs and problems that the young men whom JHA met as they left prison experienced during their first few months after leaving prison.”

John Howard Association

October 9, 2019