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Services
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Volunteer Support for Prisoners and Families
Volunteers maintain regular contact with prisoners through letters, phone calls, and occasional visits to reduce isolation and provide emotional encouragement.
Families receive emotional support, practical guidance, and help navigating the complexities of the prison system.
Note: The organisation does not provide legal advice. |
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Support for Newly Released Prisoners
a. Basic Needs Assistance: Provision of food, clothing, and temporary accommodation (subject to available funds) to help individuals meet essential needs upon release.
b. Housing Support: Help securing safe, stable, and long-term accommodation to reduce homelessness risk.
c. Employment Support: Job-readiness programs, vocational training, and job placement assistance to promote financial independence.
d. Mental Health and Addiction Services: Referrals to appropriate counselling and treatment programs to support recovery and well-being.
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Restorative Justice Programs
a. Victim-Offender Dialogue: Facilitated meetings that encourage accountability, empathy, and healing between offenders and victims.
b. Community Healing and Reintegration: Initiatives such as restorative circles and community service projects that promote understanding and positive engagement between former offenders and their communities. |
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Rehabilitation and Life Skills Training
a. Life Skills Education: Training in communication, budgeting, self-awareness, literacy, conflict resolution, and daily living skills.
b. Vocational and Job Training: Opportunities to gain practical qualifications and skills in trades such as construction, hospitality, and IT, improving employability and self-sufficiency. |
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Family Support
Emotional support, counselling, and practical assistance for families coping with the challenges of incarceration. Guidance on maintaining family relationships and supporting reintegration after release.
Note: Legal advice is not provided; families are referred to qualified legal professionals or community legal centres when necessary. |
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Reducing Recidivism
Comprehensive programs addressing the root causes of criminal behaviour, such as trauma, poverty, or addiction. Mentorship, ongoing emotional support, and community reintegration initiatives designed to promote personal growth, stability, and long-term success.
By providing access to food, clothing, shelter, and skill-building, Christian Footsteps helps individuals avoid reoffending and build stronger futures. |
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