Christ Episcopal Church - Dutchess Collaborative Reentry Project

Dutchess Collaborative Reentry Project

A center of support and advocacy

for formerly incarcerated men and women

The Dutchess Collaborative Reentry Project aims to reduce recidivism in Dutchess County by assisting formerly incarcerated persons who are returning to the community.

The staff and community volunteers assist program participants, their friends and family with information, resource referrals, transportation, employment, housing and advocacy. DCRP works closely with local community organizations.

DCRP is soliciting community members who can offer their time and expertise. Civic organizations and religious groups are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to public service by volunteering individually or as a group.

We welcome all levels of availability and provide volunteers with training and education. Any interested persons are welcome to attend our monthly volunteer meeting. Please contact our office for further information.

Volunteer Opprotunities

Mentor and provide support
Answer phones and welcome people in the office
rovide transportation
Develop job readiness skills and assist with employment searches
Provide workshops, classes, and activities to those joining the community
Identify employment and housing opportunities
Educate the public about the strengths and potential of formerly incarcerated persons
Help to raise additional funds to meet the direct and urgent needs of the program

Donations

To support our participants we are in urgent need of the following items

Cash for operating expenses
Personal hygiene items
Cash for emergency reimbursements to participants in the program
Gift cards for clothing and food
Office supplies

Our Philosophy of Collaboration

The DCRP is committed to fostering collaboration with various agencies and organizations. Our strengths have been enhanced through an emerging partnership with the Osborne Association, a preeminent service provider for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals in New York State.

Community Service Organizations

Key agencies in the Family Partnership Center
- Dutchess Outreach
- Family Services, Inc.
- Mel’s Living Room
Osborne Association
CURE New York
Dutchess County Interfaith Council

Dutchess County Agencies

Criminal Justice Council
Department of Probation
Dutchess County Jail
Department of Social Services
Department of Mental Hygiene

New York State Agencies

Department of Parole
Department of Correctional Services
Division of Criminal Justice Services
Division of Juvenile Justice

Educational Institutions

Board of Cooperative Educational Services
Dutchess Community College
V.E.S.I.D.
Vassar College
Marist College
SUNY New Paltz

Services Provided
Mentoring
Advocacy at local government agencies
General information and referals
Assistance obtaining documents and records
Assistance writing resumes and job searching
Assistance with housing
Emergency assistance including small loans and donations of clothing and personal hygiene products
Internet and phone access

Related group meetings and events

Family Orientation and Reunification. Every 3rd Monday of the month at 7pm. For more information call (845) 298 7592

Support group meetings for loved ones and friends of recently released and incarcerated people. Every 2^nd & 4^th Monday of the month. For more information contact Sue at (845) 242-3813

DCRP is made possible and funded by Episcopal Charities of the Diocese of New York, with significant support from two local parishes: Christ Episcopal Church and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

While DCRP has been greatly aided by religious institutions

the program is and will remain completely non-sectarian