Programs

1.       CJM Direct Services

This program provides emergency help to recently released prisoners.  Bus passes, backpacks are provided to returning prisoners to help them become re-established in the community.

2.       Release to Rent

Release to Rent is a structured housing program for returning prisoners.  A coordinator and case manager assist ex-prisoners find and furnish suitable accommodation.   They also help them find suitable employment and other services.  The success rate is less than 10% recidivism for those who complete the program.

3.       Project MORE

Funded by HUD, Project MORE provides permanent supported housing for 30 chronically homeless disabled men in St. Louis.  A coordinator and case manager assist these men find and furnish suitable accommodation.  They provide long term case management support which includes mental health referrals, substance abuse referrals, medical referrals, employment assistance and help with daily living skills.  This program has won a HUD award for best practices.

4.      Project Re-Connect

This program is funded by St. Louis City and is designed to assist recently released prisoners who have served full terms in the prison system.  These men do not have parole officers and therefore have few support systems available.  The program assists with accommodation and case management supports to help the returning prisoners assimilate back into the community and become productive members of society.

5.       Project REACH

In partnership with St. Patrick Center, our Criminal Justice Ministry provides recruitment and intake services to non-violent ex-offenders. Three staff members are located in St. Patrick Center where they work as a team to provide intake, employment and wraparound services.