Good Work in Newark

"...Let's assume, for example, that an individual, recently released from prison on parole, is entered into a residential "halfway back" program, and has an appointment with Opportunity Reconnect. There he meets with Legal Services, to address outstanding fines and surcharges which caused the suspension of his driver's license; and to seek modification of his child support payments and deal with arrears which accumulated while he was incarcerated. He meets with a representative of America Works to identify and develop employment opportunities. Next week, he will apply to take his GED examination at the college. ...  These are precisely the supports Opportunity Newark provides. This model of "bundled" prisoner re-entry services is efficient, creates a positive "community" of support, and with hope, may find success in other urban centers throughout the state."     read the entire article at: blog.nj.com