Making a Difference,
One at a Time
Materials and Information
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How to Explain Jails and Prisons to Children
An informative guide for parents, guardians, and caregivers
to read with children impacted by incarceration. Intended to
be read by caregivers and children together, the guide
promotes open and honest communication between children and
adults, addressing some of the common questions and myths
children have about jail/prison |
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How You Can Help a Child
An
information sheet for caregivers and those who work with
children of incarcerated family members |
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10 Keys to a Strong Family
Ten
ground rules to maintain a strong family |
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Children of Incarcerated Parents Bill of Rights
A framework for work with children of incarcerated
parents. Developed in partnership with the San Francisco
Children of Incarcerated Parents Partnership, the Bill of
Rights addresses the unique needs of the special population |
Consulting and Training
Executive-level staff are available to consult with other
organizations and agencies in areas related to programs and services
for incarcerated people and their families. These include, but
are not limited to:
- Program development for correctional
institutions
- Volunteer recruitment and retention
- Staff training and development
- Risk management (recruitment, screening,
monitoring and retention of staff and volunteers)
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Children of Incarcerated Parents: A
Bill of Rights
- Institution visitor center programs
- Fatherhood programs for incarcerated and
post-release dads
- Programs for court-ordered inmates
- Parenting skills training and family
preservation
Training programs can be developed to suit the needs of the
institution or organization.