Author: dkunzman

Enriching the COMMUNITY
A Monthly Publication for friends of
Family Enrichment network

Family Enrichment Network
24 Cherry Street
Johnson City, NY 13790
www.familyenrichment.org
(607) 723-8313

September 2018

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Walk With Me
In July 2018, Family Enrichment Network was very pleased to receive funding for a brand new program offering supportive services for those recently incarcerated in the Broome County Correctional Facility,
better known as the local jail.
Many people sit in the local jail far too long waiting for their court hearings, because they cannot afford their cash bail. This has far reaching economic effects on the person, their family members and the community at large.
Rent and utility bills go unpaid and people lose their jobs. Once out of jail it is not easy for people to instantly pick up from where they left off. Often credit ratings have been damaged, employment opportunities are scare and resources are limited which makes finding housing very difficult .
To help individuals and their families find their way back into the community the Walk With Me program offers navigation assistance, advocacy, employment search skills, community referrals, peer mentoring, counseling and support groups in collaboration with JUST (Justice and Unity for the Southern Tier).
To find out more information about the program for an individual or the family of an individual who had been incarcerated please call our Re Entry Specialist at (607) 723-8313 x1675
To learn more about Walk With Me, visit our website at
www.familyenrichment.org or contact xxxxx
The mission of Family Enrichment Network is to provide supportive services for the optimal development of children and families. We believe in coordinating children and family services using a comprehensive and collaborative approach to improve their quality of life while ensuring the greatest value for our investment in child, adult, and parent development.