The Freedom Life Program helps individuals with criminal records, including those who have been incarcerated, as they work to rebuild their lives and transition back into the community. Many people in our neighborhoods face challenges from their past and lack the support they need to break free from harmful cycles that affect not only themselves but also their families and the community. Freedom Life helps provide the spiritual, mental, medical, relational, and practical support necessary to make this transition successful.

By partnering with local organizations and the community, Freedom Life offers the resources and guidance that can help justice-involved individuals turn the difficulties of their past into opportunities for a brighter, more hopeful future.

The partners for this program include:

• Prepared to open its doors in April 2023 as the reentry coordinator continues  to learn everything in order to help the community

• Helped people who are struggling, in turn helped families and loved ones, which truly helped community as a whole  

• Planned for people who are getting clean to be able to reach back in and help other people get clean

• Encouraged people in Avery County to show love toward those who are in jail, just coming out of jail or struggle with substance abuse

• Increased cliental by reaching out to the individuals that have been incarceration in community

• Reached out and prepared clients for their release from prison and transition back into society

• Assisted clients in finding and maintaining housing

• Referred clients to resources to meet basic needs such as food and clothing

• Enrolled clients in community college programming to earn a high school diploma or GED

• Partnered with mental health agencies to address clients mental health issues such as depression and anxiety

• Supported clients by addressing addiction/substance abuse issues

• Developed the skills clients need to live independently

• Provided a safe space for clients to share their experiences and connect with others who have been through similar situations

• Created a volunteer directory to help with a variety of tasks, such as mentoring clients, running errands, or helping out at events

• Hosted fundraisers for others to donate money to fund its programs and services