Woodlands New Life Center, Transition Houses

*PROGRAM IS NOT A HOMELESS SHELTER *Faith based program with two transitional houses in Tallahassee for men 18+ coming out of incarceration, rehabilitation, homeless shelter or other institution *Primary focus is on gaining employment and other needed skills to achieve and maintain independent living; program assists with finding employment; in some cases men may receive education at Lively, TCC, or other program in order to qualify for a particular job *No drugs or alcohol allowed and all applicants must be drug and alcohol free for three days before entering the program; applicants may not have special medical needs *Intake will include questions about occupation and work history, marital status and dependents, court charges, criminal history and probation information; applicant will be asked to provide his social security card and a picture ID during intake *Transitional housing cost is $130 a week and participants are able to work; some partial scholarships for those that lack funds; transitional housing cost is $130 a week and participants are able to work *Facility in Tallahassee also offers a community center so those in the program can socialize safely and take classes offered.

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

TownsendARC

*Townsend Addiction Recovery Center (ARC) offers substance abuse screening, comprehensive outpatient substance abuse treatment through regular one-on-one counseling and intensive outpatient group settings, DUI program, and mental health counseling for a variety of issues and concerns (not just substance abuse related)

Services: Assessment for Substance Use Disorders, DUI Offender Programs, General Counseling Services, Mental Health Screening, Outpatient Mental Health Facilities, Substance Use Disorder Counseling

Tallahassee Men's Center, Teen Challenge

*Adult men's (18+) licensed counseling services and faith-based year-long residential programs for recovery from substance abuse and other life controlling addictions which accepts referrals from court system including men from outside of the Big Bend area *Program requires biblical study, regular church attendance, one-on-one mentoring, job training and active work in micro-business run by the program; GED study available when needed *Paperwork required includes a picture ID (driver’s license, state ID), a social security card (or letter from SS office stating you have applied), medical paperwork/tests (Physical, TB, HIV, HEP-C tests results), Medical Insurance Card (if covered, for incidental medical needs); Green Card (if a non-citizen permanent resident) *No private insurance accepted, not-for-profit is a low cost program $200 a month or $1800 a year (non-refundable) that turns no one away; those without funds work to pay for their treatment; clients on disabilty may be offered an alternative option

Services: Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Faith Based Counseling, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities, Telemental Health

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

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

North Florida Safety Council, Inc

*Driver's education services, including 12-21 hour training courses for drivers who have been charged with DUI *12-hour advanced driver education courses for habitual traffic offenders and a 4-hour defensive driving course *Industrial and driver improvement training programs throughout Florida *Fees: Training course for DUI offender Level I, $295 or $309 and DUI Level II, $440 or $457 *For DUI registrations, Driving School information, Internet Ticket School and First License Courses, please call *All fees must be pre-paid

Services: DUI Offender Programs, Traffic School

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

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

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 News Outreach, Mercy House

*Transitional housing substance abuse program for men and women recently released from prison *Room, board, mentoring, job placement assistance and other supportive services to help gain employment and self-sufficiency *Must be an able bodied worker and have been released in the past year

Services: Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities, Transitional Housing/Shelter