What does your mommy or daddy do? What does your mommy or daddy do? Many of us remember a teacher asking that question when we were very young. With much enthusiasm we would stand in front of the class and tell all about our parent. What does a child say when mom or dad is […]
The holidays are especially hard for families The holidays are especially hard for families who have a loved one in prison. Prison walls keep people who are incarcerated locked in, while at the same time keeping others–spouses, moms, children, aunts, brothers, sisters, and also grandmothers–locked out. Many times, it is a grandmother who suffers in […]
According to the National Bureau of Justice Statistics: One in 32 adults, or about 3.1 percent of U.S. adult residents, was under correctional supervision at year end 2009! In 2007, there were 1,706,600 minor children left behind when a parent was incarcerated! How OCPM Responds: OCPM reaches out to thousands of people in prisons across […]
Taking Care of Yourself During a Friend or Family Member’s Jail Time Family or Friends Behind Bars Can be a Strain – Alex on Morguefile.com Dealing with a family member in prison can be a challenge for those left behind, who may feel anger, grief, guilt, betrayal, overwhelmed and isolation from the community. Staying in […]