Good Samaritan Network, Chelsea House

*Faith-based transitional housing for women experiencing homelessness, being released from prison, victims of domestic violence and victims of human trafficking *Length of stay depends on program: Rescue (Phase 1) 1-3 night stay, Redeem (Phase 2) Trial period up to two weeks, Rebuild (Phase 3) stabilization up to 30 days, and Restore (Phase 4) up to six months with extensions based on need, Resend (Phase 5) assistance to resume independent living *Provides job-readiness training, job placement services and referrals to other support services on an "as needed" basis *Physical, emotional and spiritual support while working toward self-sufficiency and readiness for independent living *CH program fees of $300 monthly, $75 weekly or $15 nightly; if a resident is unable to pay, she may apply for a scholarship, and may be approved based on fund availability and program compliance *Applicant must be mentally and physically stable, able and willing and able to work, go to school or participate in GSN community service or work therapy for a combined minimum of 40 hours weekly *Does not accept applicants with substance abuse issues until they have completeted detox and rehab *Application options include hand delivery or mail to Good Samaritan Thrift Store, 2706 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303; fax to 850-297-1113, email to info@gsncares.

Services: Domestic Violence Shelters, Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Transitional Housing/Shelter

Good Samaritan Network, Good Samaritan Inn

*Faith-based transitional housing for men, has three houses with a total of 40 beds *Will accept men being released from prison and will accept sex offenders *Participants required to sign program agreement to adhere to regulations and Christian studies *NOT an emergency shelter; not a halfway house *Residential program that includes work therapy, community service, job readiness preparation, life skills training, spiritual enrichment, accountability and structure *Not an addiction recovery program *To apply: call, email from website or walk-in to Good Samaritan Thrift Store, 2706 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, 32303

Services: Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Transitional Housing/Shelter

Leon County Felony Court, Drug Court

*Leon County Court has contract with an area treatment provider and offers first offense assessments for drug treatment that may include counseling, drug testing, plus individual and group treatment and residential treatment *Evaluations presented to drug court judge who can augment treatment gaps and needs for a client by using various criminal justice sanctions available to coerce, if needed, drug abusing participants into recommended treatment *All treatment modalities are ADA certified *Intensive supervision given to deferred prosecution cases for a period of not less than twelve months; deferred prosecution ordered in lieu of six months incarceration in Leon County jail *Upon satisfactory completion of program, charges are dropped; if statutorily eligible, case may be expunged by State Attorney's Office; Felony Drug Court is record keeper for such cases, rather than provider of services

Services: Diversion Programs, Substance Use Disorder Counseling

Leon County Ofc/Intervention & Detention Alternatives

*Probation, supervised pre-trial release, and drug and alcohol testing *Various conditions may be imposed, one of which is often community service *Coordinates with State Attorney, Public Defender, law enforcement, and court *Reports to court regarding compliance or non-compliance of individual participants

Services: Diversion Programs, Parole, Probation

Living Harvest Sharing Center and Thrift Store, The

*Faith-based residential Christian substance abuse recovery program for men re-entering society from prison with a history of substance abuse; should apply 4-6 months before release *Residential program includes Christian spiritual counseling, 12 step recovery, case management, mental health counseling, anger management, life management, employment assistance, transportation assistance *Two thrift store locations open to the public, 10AM-5PM, M-Sa; Donations only accepted until 4PM 1.

Services: Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Thrift Shops

Project Angel Tree

*Faith based network providing Christmas gifts, help with children attending summer camp, encouraging church attendance and lifestyle, and facilitating mentorship and other assistance to children of incarcerated persons *Incarcerated parent must initiate the request for each child through the prison chaplain by early September each year

Services: Holiday Programs, Inmate Support Services, Volunteer Opportunities

Redeemed, Inc

*Reentry services for inmates and ex-offenders returning to their communities *Pre-trial services: Senior Pre-trial Release Specialist attends all First Appearances, cooperates with Judge in release decision, and assists when requested in specific conditions of release; responsible for administering court-ordered alcohol, drug testing and monitoring other imposed conditions: anger management, counseling, employment *Oversees electronic monitoring for parolees and probationers and day reporting *Outpatient substance abuse groups

Services: Ex-Offender Counseling, Ex-Offender Employment Programs, Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Family Preservation Programs, Parenting Skills Classes, Substance Use Disorder Counseling

REfire Culinary

*Educates and trains those with felony convictions on basic skills, job experience, and job placement support in the culinary/restaurant industry *Opportunity to re-enter the workforce and become skilled and productive members of their community *Curriculum is developed by professional chefs and culinary educators and will prepare graduates to fill a significant talent gap in Tallahassee’s retail food sector, operating a community-focused catering company that provides quality food products at a reduced cost to schools, housing facilities, and elderly meal programs.

Services: Ex-Offender Employment Programs, Ex-Offender Reentry Programs

Second Judicial Circuit Court, Teen Court

*Sentencing hearing for first time juvenile misdemeanor and felony offenders where everyone involved in courtroom proceeding is a teenager except judge; volunteers and past defendants fulfilling sentences come to sit on jury duty; non-judicial proceeding conducted by trained teen attorneys, bailiffs, and jurors *Jury of only teenage peers decides a just verdict for defendant and case; defendant, upon successful completion, charges dropped *Can be used for community service hours for many different scholarship programs *Teens from counties surrounding Leon may use the program if desired

Services: Alternative Sentencing/Supervision, Juvenile Courts

Second Judicial Circuit, Early Childhood Court

*Problem-solving court for families with an open juvenile dependency case involving a child 0 to 3 *Parent must request that their case enter Early Childhood Court (ECC) and voluntarily participate in the model which requires: willing to work a case plan and want to reunify with their child; and able to engage in a monthly meeting, monthly court hearing, and services, including child-parent psychotherapy to build, heal, or maintain their attachment with their 0-3 year old *ECC does not guarantee reunification for the parent and child; however, the parent will be supported by a team of professionals to overcome barriers they encounter as they work towards reunification

Services: Alternative Sentencing/Supervision, Juvenile Courts