Reentry Resources

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TAMPA AREA ▶


www.project180.org

ADDRESS: PO Box 25684 Sarasota, FL 34277-2684

PHONE: (941) 677-2281, EMAIL: ceo@project180reentry.org

SERVICES: Project 180’s Residential Program offers up to two years of stable residency, nutritious food, clothing, transportation, help in paying fines that prevent the restoration of driving privileges, cultural opportunities in the community, assistance in finding full-time employment, and more.

  • First Week Out, Project 180 proactively plans for the reentry of Sarasota citizens from Florida state prisons. We contact them long before they’re released, ask them what they’ll need upon reentry, and prepare to meet those needs upon their return.
  • No individual is knowingly admitted with a history or record of a crime against a child, a sex crime, arson, or major mental health disorder (except depression and anxiety; bipolar disorder is determined on a case-by-case basis).

ADDRESS: N. 29th Street Tampa, FL 33605

PHONE: (813) 247-3285 2921, EMAIL:

SERVICES: Faith-based program in Tampa that has created a 12-month program called the “Transitional Living Program.

  • INSPHIRE PROGRAM: inspHire is a comprehensive reentry program operated by Abe Brown Ministries. The program provides those formerly incarcerated with the skills and support necessary to re-enter the community workforce as productive and responsible citizens.
  • Formerly incarcerated persons who are not habitual violent offenders, do not have any sexual offenses.
  • Benefits of the inspHire Program: HART bus pass to attend inspHire classes, Lunch provided daily. Employability skills and vocational training, Assistance with GED preparation and testing, Family reunification assistance, Employment Placement Assistance, Professional clothing provided for job interviews, Clothing/employment equipment.

ADDRESS: 1055 28th Street S St. Petersburg, FL 33712

PHONE: (727) 825-0442, EMAIL: generalservices@daystarlife.com

SERVICES:    Healthy Food Pantry, Rent or Utility Assistance, Financial Assistance, Edible Garden, Nutritional and Financial Education Programs, Secure Mail, Health And Wellness, Clothing Closet, Benefits Application, Pet Food Assistance, Empowerment Opportunities, Personal Hygiene Items & Infant Care Items, Travelers Aid, Prescription Medication Assistance, Birth Certificate & Florida ID Assistance, Free Income Tax Preparation, Blood Pressure & Diabetes Screening


https://www.svdpsp.org/

ADDRESS: 384 15th Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33705

PHONE: (727) 823-2516, EMAIL: info@svdp.care

SERVICES: SVdP CARES provides assistance in a 16 county service area, ending homelessness for individuals, families, and US Veterans who have low, extremely low, or no income.

  • Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, Mid-Florida, Citrus, Hernando, Lake, & Sumter, Polk, Sarasota, Manatee, Hardee, Highlands, & DeSoto, Lee, Collier, & Charlotte counties   
  • Rapid Rehousing: Rapid Rehousing works to rapidly house those experiencing homelessness within 30-90 days. Case managers and housing specialists work to develop individualized housing plans for individuals, families, and US Veterans in temporary housing.
  • Permanent Supportive Housing: Multiple housing facilities are available for those living with challenges who may need ongoing support and special care. affordable housing assistance with voluntary support services to address the needs of those that may need a little extra CARE. We currently offer these services in the Pasco County Area.
  • CARE Center: The point of entry for homeless services that is open year-round. The center also provides storage lockers, a shower program and assistance in applying for jobs and benefits.
  • Center of HOPE: This emergency living facility supports homeless families and Veterans who are on a path to permanence.
  • Food Center: Provides nourishing meals 365 days a year to all who are hungry. An on-site pantry offers vouchers for food boxes.
  • Safer Emergency Housing Alternative (SEHA): An alternative to the conventional shelter, SEHA uses local hotels to bridge the “gap” for those on the path to permanency.


  • PASCO COUNTY: Veterans: (727) 484-6905 | Non-Veterans: Mobile Outreach Brigade at (727) 756-1952. For those who need utility or rental assistance, please visit PascoHEART for help.

https://exoffender.org/ 

ADDRESS: 12810 US HWY 19 N, Suite 1 Clearwater, FL 33764

  • 1601 16th Street South St. Petersburg, FL 33705, 727-954-3993
  • 1200 S. Pinellas Ave Suite 8 Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

PHONE: 1-855-505-PERC (7372), FAX: 727-600-8096

SERVICES: PERC has two houses in collaboration with One Unique Transition totaling 21 beds (soon to be near 30) and the Continental Housing Program, which can have up to 120 beds.

  • The living arrangement is a room sharing experience, meaning residents would be sharing a room with another resident.
  • The monthly fees are $850 monthly with a one-time $350 non-refundable administrative fee due upon enrollment.
  • These fees include case management, furnishings, all utilities, cable TV, linens and everything you need to get a fresh start upon release.

Clifford Hills Community Outreach Center, Inc. 

 ADDRESS: 1303 E New Orleans Avenue, Tampa 33603             

 PHONE: Helen Pridgen- 813-237-5439

 SERVICES: Open 24 hours for men, women, and children | Shelter with meals for adult. Available to ex-offenders, including SOs. Emergency clothing referral. 24-7


Salvation Army Transitional Housing

 ADDRESS: 1603 N. Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33613                     

 PHONE: 813.226.0055

 SERVICES: Transitional housing for women and children

  • Process: Call to inquire, Mondays through Fridays 8:30 to 4:00


University Oakwoods

 ADDRESS: 1250 E. 113th Ave, Tampa, FL 33612                         

 PHONE: 813.977.3401 FAX 813-234-4762 CONTACT: Helen Pridgen

 SERVICES: Studio apartments starting at $365/month

  • Process: Call to inquire, Mondays through Fridays 9:00 to 5:00; Saturdays 11:00 to 4:00

 

FSJ housing

 ADDRESS: 2818 N Nebraska Ave Tampa FL 33603

 PHONE: contact person: Rick Evans @ 813-294-0341

 SERVICES: Rent is $100.00 per week and that includes kitchen, bathroom, washer, dryer, and fridge

 

Columbia Motel

 ADDRESS: 1042 E Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa FL 33604,

 PHONE: (813) 236-5941

 SERVICES: Motel rooms for working people. Single daily rate $40; double $45; weekly $210 (Note: Not entirely sure if they take SOs or not, was not specific)

 

Continental Inn, owned and operated by Pinellas Ex-Offender Re-Entry Coalition

 ADDRESS: 12810 U.S Hwy 19 North, Clearwater, FL

 PHONE: 727-346-3350, Ask for Jim Broderick, Florida Justice Transitions

 SERVICES:

 

The Faith Home

 ADDRESS: 7211 South 78th Street, Riverview, FL 33578

 PHONE: (813) 677-5220, EMAIL: faithhome@lighthousegospelmission.org

 Services: The Faith Home Ministry is an 18-month faith-based, residential discipleship ministry for men and women lost to a life of sin and addiction. We operate within an 18-month program curriculum, followed by a 6-month transitional plan for career or leadership development.

 

Florida Justice Transitions
ADDRESS: 1221 1/2 10th St N, St Petersburg FL 33705
PHONE: 727-346-3350 office or FAX 727-954-7090

 EMAIL: info@fjt2008.org
Possible Alternative info: 12810 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33764
 
 

Woman to Woman

https://www.awillandway.org/

 ADDRESS: A Will & Way, Inc., P.O. Box 626, Largo, FL 33779

 PHONE: (850) 554-4663

 EMAILinfo@awillandway.org

 SERVICES: Life Skills training, Social Interaction, Christian Counseling and mentoring for women of all ages, socio-economic, racial, religious or cultural status. This program is also available to women who are incarcerated (subject to local law enforcement and/or authority.)

 

Beauty for Ashes Women's Recovery Home

http://www.b4ashes.com/

 ADDRESS: Beauty for Ashes Women's Homes, 236 147th Street NE, Bradenton, FL 34212

 PHONE: (941) 400-0590

 EMAILinfo@b4ashes.com

 SERVICES: Beauty for Ashes Women’s Home, Inc. is a Florida nonprofit organization devoted to providing safe housing and making a positive difference for women in transition from prison, jail, or short-term rehabilitation to living as productive members of society. We strive to help women find their identity in Christ and this world, guiding them toward a life free of substance abuse, dependence on others, and shame over their past challenges and mistakes.

 

Goodwill-Suncoast Corrections

https://goodwill-suncoast.org/

 ADDRESS: Goodwill Industries-Suncoast, Inc., 10596 Gandy Boulevard, St. Petersburg, FL

 PHONE: (727) 523-1512 ext. 1501

 EMAILpaul.norris@goodwill-suncoast.com

 SERVICES: Goodwill-Suncoast operates community-based corrections programs to help people integrate back into society, and help them become productive, law-abiding citizens.

 

Palace Mobile Home Park

http://www.palacemhp.com

 ADDRESS: 2500 54th Ave. North St. Pete, FL 33714

 PHONE: 727-289-7020 or 727-289-7021,

 CONTACT: Doug Baldwin dbaldwin@palacemhp.com or Charles Milczarek cmilczarek@palacemhp.com

 DETAILS: Mobile homes with 2-3 men per unit, Requires $1250 upfront – covers 3 mths rent and application fee $350/mth thereafter

  • Documentary “Pervert Park”

 

Shaws Motel
ADDRESS
: 1509 E. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
PHONE: 813.234.4191
SERVICES: Rooms for $35/day, $175/week

 

Orange Motel
ADDRESS: 7800 N. Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
PHONE: 813.231.4603
SERVICES: Motel rooms for $35/day, $185/week. Charges for additional persons

 

Homeless Coalition of Hillsborough County www.homelessofhc.org

 ADDRESS: 1102 N. Florida Ave, 2nd floor, Tampa, FL
PHONE: 813.223.6115 
SERVICES: homeless advocacy and social service referrals

 

Hillsborough County Homeless Recovery Services
  ADDRESS: 2410 N. Tampa St., Tampa, FL 33602
 
PHONE: 813.276.2976
 
SERVICES: screening, triage and social service referrals for homeless clients
 
PROCESS: New clients accepted Mondays through Fridays at 8:00 am

 

Hayes Motel
ADDRESS: 47127 E. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
 
PHONE: 813.821.4819
 
SERVICES: Weekly rentals starting at $170

 

East Tampa Mobile Home Rentals
ADDRESS: 5250 Broadway Ave, Tampa, FL 33619
 
PHONE: 813.620.3870
 
SERVICES: 1, 2, and 3 bedroom mobile homes for $125-$175/week
 
PROCESS: Call Mondays through Fridays, 9:00 to 5:00

 

East Lake Inn
  ADDRESS: 6529 E. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33619
 
PHONE: 813.622.8339
 
SERVICES: Rooms for as low as $42/day

 

Dutch Motel
  ADDRESS: 108 W. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33607
 
PHONE: 813.237.0673
 
SERVICES: Rooms for $40/day
 
PROCESS: Call Mondays through Fridays, 9:00 to 5:00

 

Camp Knox Motel
  ADDRESS: 11104 E. US Highway 92, Seffner, FL 33584
 
PHONE: 813.686.2912
 
SERVICES: Rooms available from $38 to $56/nigh, $151 to $185/week
 
PROCESS: Call to inquire

 

Antigua Motel
  ADDRESS: 1106 E. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
 
PHONE: 813.239.1112
 
SERVICES: Rooms available for $30/night or $185/week
 
PROCESS: Call to inquire

 

Alaska Motel
  ADDRESS: 1301 E. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
 
PHONE: 813.237.1186
 
SERVICES: Motel lodging for $35/day

 

A-1 Motel
  ADDRESS: 12007 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa, FL 33612
 
PHONE: 813.977.3890
 
SERVICES: Motel lodging for $30/day

 

Light House Gospel Ministry
  ADDRESS: 117 E. Magnolia St., Lakeland, FL 33801
 
PHONE: 863.687.4076 Ext 261
 
SERVICES: Emergency housing available for 24-hours.

 

Dress for Success Tampa Bay
  ADDRESS: 1705 N. Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33607
 
PHONE: 813.259.1876; 813.220.0868
 
SERVICES: interview suits and career development services
 
PROCESS: Contact Pay Ellington

 

God’s Work SOH

 ADDRESS: 9815 Reylinda Ave Thonotosassa, Florida 33592   

 PHONE: (813) 982-9106 | (813) 610-2890

 

Men Talk

https://www.awillandway.org/

 ADDRESS: A Will & Way, Inc., P.O. Box 626, Largo, FL 33779

 PHONE: (850) 554-4663, EMAIL: info@awillandway.org

 SERVICES: Life Skills training, Social Interaction, Christian Counseling and mentoring for men of all ages, socio-economic, racial, religious or cultural status. This program is also available to men who are incarcerated (subject to local law enforcement and/or authority.)

JACKSONVILLE AREA ▶

1.   Operation New Hope – Building a Statewide Reentry Network

ADDRESS: 1830 N. Main St. Jacksonville, FL 32206                   

PHONE: (904) 354-4673

SERVICES: The program is not available to ex-offenders who committed sexual crimes or violent crimes.

 

2.   Prisoners of Christ

www.pocjax.org

 ADDRESS: 6940 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, Florida 32211

 PHONE: 904-358-8866

 SERVICES: Employment services and they own and operate five area homes for men returning to Duval County from prison.

Process: Potential clients may request an application by writing to us at the address below. Third party requests are not accepted. We must hear from the potential client personally.

 

3.   Southeast New Start Transition Housing

 ADDRESS: 9171 Parker Ave, Jacksonville FL 32218

 PHONE/CONTACT: Kelly Clemens, 904-234-5437

 

4.   Jacksonville Re-entry Center (JREC) at I.C.A.R.E.

http://icarejax.org/category/issue/

 PHONE: (904) 388-9181

 EMAILicarejax@gmail.com

 SERVICES: According to former Co-President of ICARE and Pastor of Arlington UCC Church, Pastor Bruce Havens: “The Jacksonville Reentry Center is the key to rebuilding lives for those who come out of the penal system and need help restarting. Its effectiveness is evident in the statistics – over 80% of those who get the services JREC provides do not re-offend.” 

ORLANDO AREA ▶

1.     His Healing Hand

hishealinghand.weebly.com

PHONE: (407) 219-7625

SERVICES: Orlando area

 

2.     H.O.S.T. Transition Services Helping Offenders Transition

www.hosttransitionservices.com

ADDRESS: 1060 Woodcock Rd #133 Orlando, FL 32803         

PHONE: (407) 437-3694 

SERVICES: Sex Offender Housing, no assistance provided in transition.

 

3.     Final Freedom Aftercare

SERVICES: Orange and Seminole Counties.

 

4.     Light House Gospel Ministry

ADDRESS: 117 E. Magnolia St., Lakeland, FL 33801                 

PHONE: 863.687.4076 Ext 261

SERVICES: Emergency housing available for 24-hours

                       

5.     Diverse Housing LLC**

www.diversehousing.com

ADDRESS: PO Box 580635, Orlando, FL 32858

CONTACT/PHONE: Michael Murphy, 407-800-2275

DETAILS: Shared rooms start at & average $450/mo.; individual rooms start at $550/mo., averaging around $600/mo. Includes use of furnishings (new bed, used dresser, and usednightstandd). Common areas are furnished with essential kitchenware, appliances, and dining area. Washer and dryer are also included at all locations.

  • Assistance is provided for the following: completion of initial food stamp application and transportation to first visit of Sheriff’s Office (for registration), DMV, and Probation Offenders and Predators are accepted. Male and/or females may be accepted. Couples may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
  • All housing is located in the Orlando area, Orange Co. FL.
  • Security Deposit and First Month’s rent due to move-in. NO admin, application, or processing fees are charged.

 

6.     H4SO, Inc.

www.h4so.com

ADDRESS: P.O. Box 540164, Orlando FL 32854

PHONE: 407-300-3252 or EMAIL: housing4so@gmail.com

CONTACT: c/o Daphne Sinkewiz
 

7.     Housing4Offenders LLC**

www.housing4offenders.com

ADDRESS: PO Box 607096, Orlando FL 32860

PHONE: Primary contact: Ron Johnson, 407-548-4623

EMAIL: info@housing4offenders.com

DETAILS: Housing ex-offenders requires that our homes meet a wide range of restrictions. Each house is approved by the FLDOC, FDLE, and probation for the majority of criminal backgrounds, including sex offenders.

  • Monthly rent starts at $500/mo. Amenities include bedroom furnishings, cable services, washer and dryer, kitchen/dining area use, water, and electric. First month’s rent and 1 month’s rent due as security to move-in; males only but some options may be open to couples.
  • Housing4Offenders offers rooms for rent throughout the Orlando area that are all-inclusive and move-in ready. In cases where the offender’s release is still a couple of months out, it is far more advantageous to pay rent for those months and have a guaranteed placement rather than wait closer to release date and there not be any vacancies at that time.
  • Phoenix Housing doesn’t currently offer the structured programming that is offered by halfway houses or aftercare programs. Residents provide care, meals, and transportation for themselves.

 

8.     Lakeland Palms Mobile Home Park
ADDRESS: 2965 New Tampa Hwy, Lakeland FL 33815
PHONE: 863-333-5390

 DETAILS: Won’t accept anyone on probation

 

9.     The Lighthouse Mission of Orlando
ADDRESS: 2554 Overland Rd, Apopka FL 32703
PHONE: 407-291-0124

 

10. The Ranch
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 92901, Lakeland FL 33804
CONTACT: Manager: Chris

 

11. SOHOFLA 

https://sohofl.org/#properties

  • Lake Shore Village, 4127 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando FL 32804
  • Mobile Home Park with some apartments located just north of the downtown Orlando area. This park is on the bus line.
  • Overland Village, 3303 Overland Road, Apopka FL 32703
  • Mobile Home Park in the Lockhart area of Orlando 3 miles north of Lakeshore Village. This park is 1 mile from the bus line.
  • Hillcrest Village, 6105 Beggs Road, Orlando FL 32810
  • Mobile Home Park in the Lockhart area of Orlando across the street from Overland Village. This park is 1 mile from the bus line.

PHONE: 407-616-7757, EMAIL: SOHOFLA@gmail.com

DETAILS: Males (might accept Couples/Females under some circumstances); $35 application fee; mobile homes/dwellings

 

12. Inmates of the Cross Ministries Vital Step 72

https://www.inmatesofthecross.org/what-we-do

ADDRESS: Inmates of the Cross, 1123 W Conroy St., Orlando FL 32805

PHONE: (321) 430-6309, EMAIL: mailto:Inmatesofthecross@gmail.com

SERVICES: The mission of Vital Step 72 is to facilitate the successful re-entry into society of those individuals seeking a new way of life upon release from the 33rd Street Jail, Orlando, Florida. Our goal is to eliminate and greatly reduce the effects of repeated or habitual relapse into crime and recidivism.

 

13. Transitional Services @ CareerSource

http://careersourcecentralflorida.com/

ADDRESS: CareerSource Central Florida, 390 North Orange Avenue, Suite 700, Orlando, FL

PHONE: (407) 531-1222, EMAIL: communications@careersourcecf.com

SERVICES: Central Florida During your transition back into the workforce, CareerSource Central Florida offers workshops and services to assist with the obstacles you may face.

 

14. Bridges of America/Bridges International (BOA/BI)

http://www.bridgesofamerica.com/

ADDRESS: BOA/BI Corporate Office, 2145 Metrocenter Drive, Suite 350, Orlando, FL 32835

PHONE: (407) 218-4800, EMAIL: mailto::LBrown@bridgesofamerica.org

SERVICES: Mission Statement: To provide criminal justice involved individuals and their families with comprehensive therapeutic services according to their recovery and re-entry needs.

 

15. OFFENDER HOUSING MANAGEMENT, LLC.

https://www.offenderhousing.org/

ADDRESS: 3804 N. John Young Pkwy., Suite 14 Orlando, FL. 32804

PHONE: (407) 807-0733, EMAIL: Info@OffenderHousing.org

SERVICES: Offer housing to registered sex offenders, probationers, and parolees. Whether you need a bed space or a private home, we have you covered! All of our properties meet the 1,000-foot residency restrictions for sex offenders. 

  • $525/Mo.Starting Rent with 28 homes throughout Orlando.
  • Online application.

MIAMI AREA ▶

1.   Ladies Empowerment and Action Program

www.leapforladies.org

 ADDRESS: 3141 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33135                       

 PHONE: (786) 401-2027 

 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Women Only

 

2.   Housing Programs | Camillus House

 ADDRESS: ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 1603 NW 7th Avenue Miami, FL 33136

  •    CAMILLUS HOUSE OVERNIGHT SHELTER 1603 NW 7th Avenue Miami, FL 33136
  •     CAMILLUS HEALTH 336 NW 5th Street Miami, FL 33128

 PHONE: main offices at 305-CAMILLUS (305-374-1065) Monday–Friday between 8:00 am–5:00 pm.

 SERVICES: Emergency, Transitional, and Permanent housing programs. All our housing initiatives link to other Camillus support programs, providing clients with comprehensive healthcare and social services to transform their future.


3.   Riverside House’s Residential Reentry Program

 ADDRESS: 968 N.W. 2nd Street Miami, Florida 33128

 PHONE305-326-9799, FAX: 305-326-9003

 EMAIL:  info@riverside-house.org

 SERVICES: assists men and women in making a successful transition from prison to the community. To accomplish this, we offer personalized programs that emphasize life issues such as employment, life skills, substance abuse counseling, and family reunification.

  •   During enrollment in the Residential Reentry Program, residents live at Riverside House.
  •  Riverside Reentry 2.0: Our 5-Year Expansion Program, also known as our Non-Residential Support Program, serves to assist graduates from our Residential Reentry Program, as well as all offenders struggling with life after incarceration.


4. RE-ENTRY ONE

https://www.reentryone.org/about-1

ADDRESS: 2 S. Biscayne Blvd Miami FL 33131 Suite 3200

PHONE: 305-990-4387

EMAIL: reentryone.23@gmail.com

SERVICES: Project Rise: Employment skills, job placement; Food distribution

TALLAHASSEE/ PENSACOLA AREA▶

1.     REAP (Re-Entry Alliance Pensacola)

https://www.reapreentry.org/

 ADDRESS: ReEntry Alliance Pensacola, 912 N. U Street, Pensacola, FL 32505

 PHONE: (850) 332-6677

 EMAIL: info@reapreentry.org

 SERVICES: ReEntry Alliance Pensacola (REAP) REAP/ReEntry Alliance Pensacola was founded in 2015 by the Honorable Judge Casey Rodgers of the 11th US Circuit Court. Her vision was to provide justice involved citizens with a pathway to success following their time serving a sentence of imprisonment.

 

2.     Master’s Touch Ministries of Pensacola

 ADDRESS: 6312 Mockingbird Lane, Pensacola FL 32503

 PHONE: 850-982-1655 (Melanie Canaan)

 SERVICES: Males; $300 entry fee; $650/mo or $150/wk; higher levels on case-by-case.

 

3.     CARE Tallahassee

www.care-tallahassee.org/

 ADDRESS: 1224 Eppes Drive, Tallahassee FL 32304

 PHONE: Office: 850-320-0281 or FAX: 850-536-6886

 SERVICES: Christian home for Males; We specialize mainly with those incarcerated ready to be released; open to all; We communicate via mail to complete the application process. We have a somewhat restrictive first 30 days, then If the new resident continues working for the ministry, they do not pay fees; however, once they obtain employment, they start paying program fees.

  • $100/wk, or $400/mo.
  • The address has to be approved by Leon Co. DOC Probation/ Parole where they want to stay once released if they are released under DOC supervision.

 

4.     City Walk Urban Mission

www.citywalkmission.com

 ADDRESS: 1105 N Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32303         

 PHONE: (850) 528-3909, Request application from Emily@citywalkmission.com

 SERVICES: Men and women coming from incarceration, experiencing homelessness, or in need of support for sober living are invited to apply for our 12 month program.

  • Upon completion of the 12 month program, City Walk pays for graduate’s transition expenses i.e. security deposits, utility deposits, home furnishings and household supplies.
  • Complete in-person Interview. A committee goes through an approval process.

 

5.     ACTS (Another Chance Transitional Services)

 ADDRESS: 2104 N. Pace Blvd., Pensacola FL 32505

 PHONE: 850-437-9900

 

6.     Waterfront Rescue Mission Recovery Program

https://waterfrontmission.org/

 ADDRESS: Waterfront Rescue Mission, 380 West Herman Street, Pensacola, FL 32505

 PHONE: (850) 542-4499

 EMAIL: admissions@waterfrontmission.org

 SERVICES: The Recovery Program is a 12 month Program. 6 months of Recovery + 6 months of Career Development. Our highly structured program curriculum, teaching, individual, group counseling and vocational transition opportunities are firmly rooted in the Gospel. These programs offer opportunities for personal and spiritual enrichment and designed to help men to deal with the life-dominating issues that have led them into their current situation.

 

7.     The Living Harvest

http://www.thelivingharvest.org/

 ADDRESS: The Living Harvest, Inc. , 1219 West Tharpe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32303

 PHONE: (850) 900-5930

 EMAIL: office@thelivingharvest.org

 SERVICES: The Living Harvest is a faith based 501c3 non-profit organization that is focused on rebuilding lives of individuals & families with criminal justice involvement and substance abuse issues. The primary goal of TLH is to facilitate a stable environment that gives individuals an opportunity to rebuild their lives and re-enter society as an active contributing member by achieving residential stability, increasing their skill levels and obtaining greater self determination and moral integrity.

OTHER AREAS ▶

Off the Chain Ministries Inc

www.offthechainministries.com/

ADDRESS: 4265 Everett Ave, Middleburg FL 32068

PHONE: Daryl Townsend, 904-631-0351

EMAIL: daryltown@aol.com

DETAILS: MEN ONLY

 

Plant a Seed Ministries
ADDRESS: 2021 Avenue D Ft, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
PHONE: 772-468-0120

 SERVICES: Addiction center open to RCs

 

Project SOAR Recovery Residences Inc

www.projectsoar.us
ADDRESS: 1231-1235 NE 15th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale FL 33304
PHONE: 800-992-0381 extension 0 (toll-free) or 954-900-9980 extension 0 (local)
EMAIL: info@projectsoar.us

 DETAILS: Sober state certified living/drug & alcohol recovery home; has 12 locations that can accept RCs, 5 can accept “predators”; program fee ranges anywhere from $110-$155/wk, $150 admission fee. 

 

Restoration Destination

https://restorationdestination.org/
ADDRESS: 120 Pelican Lake Drive, Pahokee FL 33476
PHONE: Tel & Text: 561-924-5556

 EMAIL: info@restorationdestination.org
 
ADDITIONAL INFO: This is a rental community in Pahokee, FL formerly known as Matthew 25 Ministries City of Refuge

 

SCORE (Second Chance Outreach, Reentry, & Education)
ADDRESS: 8390 Transitional Rd, Milton FL 32583
PHONE: Contact: Alton Johnson, 850-437-9900

 

Solid Rock Foundation

 Contact: Thomas Brown
ADDRESS: 23945 NE 113th Ave. Fort McCoy FL 32134

 

Sunshine Mobile Home Park, LLC (Located in Cocoa, FL)
PHONE: Michael Shannon, 305-998-5000 ext. 1001

EMAIL: info@edgeasset.com
SERVICES: Pricing starts at $350 for a private room with a keyed lock. Furnishings are available if needed at an additional cost. $100 application fee. 1 month security deposit required. Fast approval and move in.

 

Trinity House
ADDRESS: Mailing address: 372 Kaye Street, Fort Pierce FL 34947
PHONE: 772-985-7835
SERVICES: Don’t take CRD or Predators; you need a sponsor since there is no rental assistance offered in the area

  • MEN ONLY

 

JSJ Florida Investments**
ADDRESS: 11451 Char Ann Dr., Apt C, Fort Myers FL 33908
PHONE: 239-823-0377
DETAILS: Apartments open for Males and Females; $60 application fee; $620 Deposit; $620/mo rent; no subsidies available

 

Fern House
ADDRESS: 1958 Church St., West Palm Beach, FL 33409
PHONE: 561-471-0430
SERVICES: Housing, food, drug and alcohol counseling and case management for RCs.

  • Move-in cost of $253, rent is $203 per week.

 

Coastal Apartments
ADDRESS: c/o Josh Sims, Apt F2, 16800 Carmen Ave, Ft. Myers FL 33908

 

Care Patrol

PHONE: 727-451-9225

SERVICES: SENIOR CITIZENS ONLY needing help with activities of daily living and in search of Assisted Living Facilities

 

Ken Cooper Ministries

https://www.kencooperministries.org/

 

The Transition House

·    Work Release Program and Housing- Multiple Locations

·        https://www.thetransitionhouse.org/work-release/bartow-work-release-program

 

Residential Services - The Transition House

ADDRESS: 3800 5th Street, St.Cloud, FL 34769

PHONE: (407)-892-5700,

EMAIL: info@thetransitionhouse.org

SERVICES: Full-Service Residential Facility Including Meals, Employment Coaching, Counseling, and Job Placement, Case Management Assistance to assist you with permanent house and to assure you transition seamlessly into the next chapter of your life

  • Our men’s residential programs offer a helping hand to those in need of emotional, psychological, and physical support. Support for Substance Use Disorder. Our program consists of a 90-day intensive inpatient program that offers the guidance and support you need to begin your recovery journey.
  • Your stay includes 20 hours of group therapy (per week), an assigned counselor who will be with you every step of the way, and access to professional psych evaluation services – this program was established to help those struggling with depression, PTSD, or anxiety reclaim their peace of mind.

 

The Living Harvest

thelivingharvest.org

PHONE: (850) 900-5930, EMAIL: info@thelivingharvest.org

 

Chainless Change, Inc.

www.chainlesschange.org/

PHONE: (954) 395-2961

 

GEO Reentry Services delivers evidence-based treatment and supervision programs for individuals on probation or parole and pretrial defendants in residential, in-custody, and non-residential reentry centers.

  • GEO Care’s Reentry Services division provides individuals nearing the end of their sentence with the resources necessary to productively transition back into society. Through residential centers, GEO Reentry provides individuals on federal and state parole and probation with temporary housing, employment assistance, rehabilitation and substance use counselingvocational and education programs
  • PLEASE NOTE: Family members or friends interested in referring individuals to reentry programs or receiving information about available programs must contact their local supervising parole, probation or pretrial agency directly. GEO Reentry does not determine program availability or individual eligibility.
  • GEO Group Continuum of Care https://www.geogroup.com/GEOs_Continuum_of_Care
  • The GEO Group operates five private prison facilities within Florida: Bay Correctional, Blackwater Correctional, Graceville Correctional, Moore Haven Correctional, and South Bay Correctional, and under their Continuum of Care program participants may be eligible for up to three months of housing costs.

 

Florida Ex-Offender Reentry Coalition

http://www.feorc.com

ADDRESS: FEORC, 2006 N.E. 8th Road, Ocala, FL 34470

PHONE: (352) 390-0113, EMAIL: info@feorc.com

SERVICES: The Florida Ex-Offender Reentry Coalition (FEORC) is a grassroots, faith-based organization whose mission is to help ex-offenders reintegrate back into the community as successful law-abiding citizens. FEORC focuses on providing specific information and education aimed at helping the Ex-Offender make a successful transition. Ex-Offenders and families face many obstacles during and upon release from incarceration. The complexity of transitioning from incarceration back to the community is the primary focus of FEORC.

 

RECO: Re-Entry Center of Ocala

http://reentrycenterofocala.com/

ADDRESS: RECO, 2006 NE 8th Road, Ocala, FL 34470

PHONE: (352) 622-9593, EMAIL: info@reentrycenterofocala.com

SERVICES: Mission statement: To enhance public safety by helping men coming out of the Florida Department of Corrections break free from the vicious cycle of addiction, crime and incarceration. Re-Entry Center of Ocala (RECO) was founded in May 2005. RECO provides prisoner work release facilities and transitional services for the Florida Department of Corrections.

 

CARP Homeless Assessment Center

ADDRESS: 5400 East Ave. (Off 45th St. & Australian) West Palm Beach, FL 33407

PHONE: (561) 844-6400

SERVICES: Immediate Needs Assessment

RESIDENTIAL.

TAMPA                                         

The GEO Group, Inc.
Tampa BOP Residential Reentry Center
5623 E Broadway Ave.
Tampa, Florida 33619

Phone: (561) 669-2774


ORLANDO
Dismas Charities
6860 Edgewater Commerce Pkwy
Orlando, FL 32810

Phone: 407-295-1989 or 7150
Fax: 407-295-6344


JACKSONVILLE

Bridges International
601 Agmac Ave., Jacksonville, 32254.
904-236-5437 (office)
904-240-4115 (fax)


OCALA
Keeton Corrections Inc.
Ocala Community Service Ctr.
3838 NE 41st St.
Ocala, FL 34479

Phone: 352-368-2127 or 1693
Fax: 352-368-5990


FORT MYERS
Salvation Army
2400 Edison Ave
Ft. Myers, FL 33901

Phone: 239-334-3745


RESOURCES.


Probation and Court Court Costs Payments


 Make community corrections payments with JPay, including restitution, court costs or self-report fees, and other supervision payments (community corrections payments with JPay are available at select facilities).


Convenient Payment Options

You can make your community corrections payments online with a credit card or debit card from the comfort of your home or make a cash payment at any MoneyGram location nationwide. To find a MoneyGram agent location and to find the appropriate receive code, click here.


Social Security Card


The Social Security Administration provides replacement social security cards. Depending on your situation, you may be able to apply for a replacement card online. Answer a few questions about yourself, they’ll show you the best way to make your request.


Birth Certificates


VitalCheck provides vital records the easy way. Order your birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates from the comfort of your home. Exclusive online vital records partner for over 450 government partners, providing 4 million documents annually.

Food Stamps & Medicaid


The Department of Children and Families Public Benefits and Assistance helps promote strong and economically self-sufficient communities by determining eligibility for food, cash, and medical assistance for individuals and families in Florida.


The Department of Children and Families, Economic Self-Sufficiency Program has several programs that can help Florida families. They include Food Assistance, Temporary Cash Assistance, Medicaid, and Refugee Assistance. Each of these programs has its own eligibility rules. Florida uses one application for all assistance programs.


The Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency (ESS) self-service portal allows customers to connect with their public assistance information 24/7.

Free Cellphone


QLink Wireless is a leading Cell Phone Service provider through the federal Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program, offering FREE UNLIMITED monthly Data, Talk, and Text to eligible customers. Qualify for FREE service by being a part of government benefit programs like Food Stamps (SNAP), Medicaid, and more.

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