A Brighter Way
What to do next
Refer individuals returning from incarceration directly to ABW for dedicated mentorship and resource navigation.
Source & verification
A suggested script — adapt it to your situation:
Hi, I'm calling to ask about reentry support programs.
My name is [your name], and I'm interested in the Reentry Support Services program.
I wanted to ask whether there are any requirements I should know about, such as Washtenaw County residents?
I also wanted to confirm your current hours. I see Call for hours. Is that still accurate?
And just to confirm — is this service free of charge?
What is the best way to get started? I see call or email to be connected with a mentor.
Thank you so much for your help.
Always introduce yourself and ask to speak with someone who can help with your specific need.
Mentorship, housing navigation, and resource referral explicitly for people returning to Washtenaw County from incarceration.
Friends of the Master
Faith-based transitional community housing program for people returning from incarceration, combining sober housing, mentoring, life skills,…
Waitlist / Capacity: Program length may range from roughly 3 months to a year or longer depending on readiness and bed availability.
Michigan Prisoner ReEntry Initiative (MPRI)
State-coordinated initiative linking returning citizens to county-level reentry services including housing, employment, substance use treatm…
Life Directions Center
Provides comprehensive reentry support for justice-involved individuals in Oakland County. Services include case management, employment read…
Waitlist / Capacity: Case management slots may have wait
Detroit Reentry Center
Detroit Reentry Center listing appears outdated. MDOC indicates this facility closed in January 2021.