Community Corrections

For 112 years, Volunteers of America has championed the humane treatment of prisoners and provided services to help offenders successfully transition from prison to productive life in the community. Backed by its previous legacy of services, Volunteers of America's correctional professionals of today continue to develop innovative evidence based service models to serve the disconnected and socially disadvantaged persons re-entering society after periods of incarceration.

Our unique partnerships within local communities represents one of the nation’s best opportunities to engage citizens in the process of offering acceptance, service and guidance to formerly incarcerated citizens. These efforts not only provide life-changing benefits for the formerly incarcerated but also make a direct impact on the health and vitality of the local community.

Tulsa Offender Re-Entry Program

Volunteers of America of Oklahoma's Offender Re-Entry Program assists moderate to high risk male offenders and their families as they prepare for transition into the community. Working closely with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, our staff establishes a wrap-around support team three months before the offender is released that follows the offender after he is released from prison. 

What makes this program unique is how the wrap-around support team is assembled. Each team is unique, taking into account each offenders post release needs, i.e. substance abuse issues, housing, employment, etc. In addition, each team includes a person from the offender's family or a close friend, who is there to advocate of his behalf. When a family member or friend cannot be located, a volunteer mentor takes their place.