Download or read book Prisoner Rehabilitation Success Stories And Failures written by Joan Esherick and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-02-03 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Russ committed thousands of dollars of damage during a two-hour drunken vandalism spree. He never saw the inside of a jail, yet in the thirty years since his first arrest he remains re-arrest free. He's a rehabilitation success story. Manny stole a car at thirteen years of age, a crime for which he was sentenced to a detention center. That was only the first of what would become dozens of arrests, re-arrests, and convictions in Manny's lifetime. Criminal behavior became his way of life. Russ and Manny represent the best and worst of today's American rehabilitation policies. While a few programs and institutions succeed in helping people with criminal tendencies to turn their lives around, many fail. How are people who commit crimes being successfully rehabilitated? What works? What doesn't? Is there hope for change for someone who finds himself behind bars? The real-life case studies provided in this book offer intriguing answers and observations. They may even raise additional questions. In any case, Prisoner Rehabilitation: Success Stories and Failures provides a balanced perspective of what rehabilitation is and how it can better be accomplished.

Download or read book Inside written by Michael Santos and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-06-26 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a federal inmate with two decades of continuous confinement comes a controversial expose of the shocking details of life in American prisons

Download or read book The Rehabilitation of Criminal Offenders Problems and Prospects written by Lee Sechrest and published by Theclassics.Us. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1979-10 edition. Excerpt: ...their prison work and training experiences and their postrelease jobs to find out which prison experiences were useful later. The Lmw summary accurately reports the findings from Glaser's Table 11.5 (p. 256), which shows the percentage of each group using various categories of prison experience on postrelease jobs. It fails to point out that the two groups differ in other ways than the success-failure dimension, as discussed above. It neglects to include the first three lines of Glaser's table, which show that, compared to the failures, relatively more of the successes had postrelease jobs that required training and relatively fewer were unemployed. The first three lines put the rest of the table in perspective. Unfortunately, none of Glaser's statistical tests can be repeated because of the form in which the data are reported. The Lmw annotation is equally remiss in its failure to point out other differences in the two groups and in its neglect of the first three lines of the table. The Lmw summary then describes the second study. It involved a 10-percent systematic sample of all federal prison releasees in 1956. This is the sample that the Lmw annotation improperly describes as common to both studies. Table 11.6 (p. 257) in Glaser shows the failure rates of these releasees for each of seven categories of the final prison work assignment. If one treats these data as a two-way contingency table, recidivism by work assignment, one finds no reason to assume any relationship between work assignment and failure rate. Glaser's contention that the lowest failure rates were associated with semiskilled work assignments and the highest failure rates were associated with influential jobs is not justified. (The statement is based on only one out...

Download or read book The Prison Economy Secrets Vol III written by Benoit Tano MD PHD and published by Integrative Medical Press. This book was released on 2023-08-03 with total page 850 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prison Economy Secrets - Vol. III -Digital Version Written by: Benoit Tano, MD PhD In this groundbreaking book, "Inmates' Rehabilitation Programs: Unlocking the Power Within," Benoît Tano, M.D., Ph.D. reveals the secrets to successful inmate rehabilitation programs that can transform the lives of inmates and reduce recidivism rates. Based on years of research and practical experience, this comprehensive guide covers a wide range of topics, including education, vocational training, mental and physical health, spirituality, creativity, and entrepreneurship. The book provides practical strategies for designing and implementing effective rehabilitation programs that help inmates overcome their past and unlock their full potential. Through inspiring stories of inmates who have successfully transformed their lives, readers will discover how the power of rehabilitation can create positive change and impact communities. Whether you're a correctional officer, a counselor, a policymaker, or simply interested in the topic, this book offers a wealth of knowledge and resources to help you make a difference. If you're looking to create a better future for inmates and society as a whole, "Inmates' Rehabilitation Programs: Unlocking the Power Within" is the ultimate guide to achieving your goals. In this book, you will learn about the 10 Cs for inmates' success, which will empower you to take control of your life, embrace a positive mindset, and make positive changes that will transform your future. Through personal stories, case studies, and practical strategies, you will discover how to develop your creativity, self-discipline, and communication skills, and how to apply them in your daily life. The book provides a comprehensive guide to developing the necessary skills and knowledge to turn your life around and become a successful, contributing member of society. With the help of this book, you will gain the confidence and tools needed to overcome the challenges that come with being an inmate and build a brighter future for yourself and those around you. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have been incarcerated for years, this book will provide you with the inspiration and guidance you need to take the first step toward a better life. Don't let your past define you - start building the future you deserve today. "Whether you are an inmate or a prison staff, this book will guide you through a proven process of rehabilitation and personal development. With practical strategies and expert advice, you will learn how to overcome the challenges of incarceration and transform your life. Discover the power of positive thinking and creativity, and how they can help you unlock your full potential. Learn the 10 Cs for personal success, as well as the 17 principles for overcoming procrastination and improving productivity. You'll also explore the teachings of great thinkers like Napoleon Hill and Brian Tracy, and how they can be applied to your life in prison. With step-by-step guidance and inspiring stories of success, this book will help you cultivate the skills and mindset needed to achieve your goals and live a fulfilling life, both during and after your time in prison. So, are you ready to take the first step toward a brighter future? Let this book be your guide."

Download or read book The Rehabilitation of Criminal Offenders written by Lee Sechrest and published by Rarebooksclub.com. This book was released on 2012-07 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1979-10 edition. Excerpt: ...their prison work and training experiences and their postrelease jobs to find out which prison experiences were useful later. The Lmw summary accurately reports the findings from Glaser's Table 11.5 (p. 256), which shows the percentage of each group using various categories of prison experience on postrelease jobs. It fails to point out that the two groups differ in other ways than the success-failure dimension, as discussed above. It neglects to include the first three lines of Glaser's table, which show that, compared to the failures, relatively more of the successes had postrelease jobs that required training and relatively fewer were unemployed. The first three lines put the rest of the table in perspective. Unfortunately, none of Glaser's statistical tests can be repeated because of the form in which the data are reported. The Lmw annotation is equally remiss in its failure to point out other differences in the two groups and in its neglect of the first three lines of the table. The Lmw summary then describes the second study. It involved a 10-percent systematic sample of all federal prison releasees in 1956. This is the sample that the Lmw annotation improperly describes as common to both studies. Table 11.6 (p. 257) in Glaser shows the failure rates of these releasees for each of seven categories of the final prison work assignment. If one treats these data as a two-way contingency table, recidivism by work assignment, one finds no reason to assume any relationship between work assignment and failure rate. Glaser's contention that the lowest failure rates were associated with semiskilled work assignments and the highest failure rates were associated with influential jobs is not justified. (The statement is based on only one out of a set...

Download or read book Prison Truth written by William J. Drummond and published by University of California Press. This book was released on 2020-01-07 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: San Quentin State Prison, California’s oldest prison and the nation’s largest, is notorious for once holding America’s most dangerous prisoners. But in 2008, the Bastille-by-the-Bay became a beacon for rehabilitation through the prisoner-run newspaper the San Quentin News. Prison Truth tells the story of how prisoners, many serving life terms, transformed the prison climate from what Johnny Cash called a living hell to an environment that fostered positive change in inmates’ lives. Award-winning journalist William J. Drummond takes us behind bars, introducing us to Arnulfo García, the visionary prisoner who led the revival of the newspaper. Drummond describes how the San Quentin News, after a twenty-year shutdown, was recalled to life under an enlightened warden and the small group of local retired newspaper veterans serving as advisers, which Drummond joined in 2012. Sharing how officials cautiously and often unwittingly allowed the newspaper to tell the stories of the incarcerated, Prison Truth illustrates the power of prison media to humanize the experiences of people inside penitentiary walls and to forge alliances with social justice networks seeking reform.

Download or read book Prison Transformations written by Stephen Chinlund and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2009-09-30 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prison Transformation is the story of the changes in the New York State prison system from 1962 to 2009. Interwoven with that history is the biography of Stephen Chinlund, who lived through those big developments as an active participant in various capacities. In 1962, fourteen years before the Attica uprising, there were only twenty-two prisons in the state system. Then there were seventy-two, now sixty-six. Discipline was maintained by force, often capricious and brutal. There was only minimal education and vocational training. After growing up in New York City, going to good schools, and being ordained as an Episcopal priest, Chinlund started working inside as a volunteer. He created groups of people inside with the plan that they could help each other more effectively than he could help them by preaching or even counseling them directly himself. The groups developed into small communities inside the prisons. Chinlund also recognized the need to help the men and women after they were released and developed counseling and job training on the outside. Parole, at the time, provided none of that. With small steps, the prison system was improving, reflecting the growing consciousness of civil rights in the society at large. School opportunities were offered, and even college courses began to appear. But the progress was slow, and the discipline was still needlessly harsh. Chinlund became a consultant to the Narcotic Addiction Control Commission, helping new treatment facilities in the city get started, using his experience helping individuals who were locked up. He was then recruited, in 1968, to be the director of the Manhattan Rehabilitation Center, confining three hundred female heroin addicts. Then the uprising in Attica occurred in 1971. That tragedy led to a few more improvements: inmate grievance committees, contact visits, conjugal visits, inmate liaison committees, and some better schooling. In addition, the legislature created the Commission of Correction to be an independent monitor of the prisons. Chinlund had had success at the Manhattan Rehabilitation Center, so he moved on, in 1973, to become superintendent of the first work-release prison in New York State, giving reality to an important policy improvement. Governor Hugh Carey then asked him to become chairman of the Commission of Correction, where he was able to confirm the improvements that were being made. As important, he was able in 1979 to start the Network program, a more formal and extensive implementation of the old groups inside. Funded with federal money initially, it grew to be a force for good in twenty-six prisons, at its maximum size. Declining Careys request to serve another term, Chinlund moved on to a parish and then to be the executive director of the Episcopal Social Services, where he has continued the Network program and continued to advocate for progress in the correctional world. He continues that work after his retirement in 2005. The book tells the stories of the prisoners, staff, and politicians of those forty-eight years.

Download or read book Offender Rehabilitation written by Gwen Robinson and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2009-01-22 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ′Robinson and Crow have achieved the seemingly impossible: a book about rehabilitation that transcends the "medical model", that is original and contemporary yet grounded in a sophisticated history, and most of all that is fun to read. It will become a new classic text in a field that has been crying out for one′ - Professor Shadd Maruna, Queen′s University, Belfast ′In an age where there is much public and political confusion about many criminal justice matters, this book brings considerable clarity to the idea of rehabilitation, its theoretical and historical roots, and contemporary practical application. This is an accessible, lively, and critical account of a concept which is central to the shape of the criminal justice system in pursuance of something that will "work" to reduce reoffending. "Rehabilitation" seems to go in and out of fashion depending on the politics of the day, but the careful and thorough examination of the different contexts in which it operates and competing perspectives on its potential offered here highlights its enduring qualities. This is a fascinating and engaging book by two established and "real world" scholars which will serve students and policy makers alike in the fields of criminal justice and social policy′ - Loraine Gelsthorpe, Reader in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Institute of Criminology, University of Cambridge This comprehensive text explains all the key themes in the development and practice of offender rehabilitation. It explores how the issue fits within its wider social and political contexts, giving an insight into its current and future relevance to criminal justice. The book covers the full range of rehabilitative approaches, exploring how criminal justice responses have been influenced by trends such as the treatment model, ′What Works?′, desistance, risk and public protection, and changes in social policy. It offers the following essential features: " theoretical grounding - providing students with all the essential background they need in order to fully understand the subject " historical context - enabling the reader to see how ideas, policies and practices have developed over time " research focus - introducing the reader to questions about how rehabilitative approaches have been evaluated and debates about ′what works′ for particular groups of offenders, such as sexual offenders and drug misusers " study questions and further reading - giving students the tools both to revise and to expand their knowledge Offender Rehabilitation both advances thinking about the notion of rehabilitation, and ensures that students of crime and justice can keep abreast of the most recent developments in this area.

Download or read book Report of the Attorney General s Task Force on Prisoner Rehabilitation written by California. Attorney General's Task Force on Prisoner Rehabilitation and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Rethinking Corrections written by Lior Gideon and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2011 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the challenges faced by convicted offenders over the course of rehabilitation and reintegration. Each chapter focuses on a specific phase of the process.

Download or read book If Criminals Can Change Then So Should Society and Our Prisons written by Phil Martin and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-23 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New perspectives gained from hundreds of one to one, heart to heart, conversations with people in prison.This unique work reveals insights into the UK's Criminal Justice system, stimulates discussion on the real purpose of prison and explains how prison could absolutely reduce reoffending, leading to the creation of fewer victims of crime.As you read through this ground-breaking work, you will discover:The problems with the current prison system and how to solve them.How prison could find a new purpose as an effective tool for rehabilitation.The challenges faced by people in prison when trying to change for the better.The crisis facing our overwhelmed prison system and the tragic consequences.More than 200 real accounts from people who broke the law and lessons they learned.The flaws within our Criminal Justice System that contains institutional barriers to rehabilitation and which unfortunately encourage crime.Why many people who want to change struggle to remain crime free after release from prison and how positive change could be better supported.The ABC of Creating a Rehabilitative Culture, a simple manual for how prisons could create a culture that encourages and supports rehabilitation.Author's commentary based on questions asked and focussing on how, with a set of progressive changes, our prisons system could really work well for society.Foreword kindly written by His Honour John Samuels QC, President, Prisoners' Education Trust"I am full of admiration for your work on 'If Criminals Can Change' and I wish you every success for its publication." Stephen Fry, Actor, Author, Presenter and ex-offender"So few people seem to understand the appalling state of our prisons or the amazing work - despite those conditions - that is still undertaken in prison. I congratulate you on managing to both research and write such a book whilst still in prison."Jon Snow, Presenter, Channel 4 News

Download or read book Alternatives to Prison written by Craig Russell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-02-03 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 2003, there were almost seven million criminals in the United States. But only about two million of them were behind bars. In Alternatives to Prison, you'll learn why those other five million people are out on parole or probation. You'll also learn about: rehabilitation, community service, boot camps, day reporting, house arrest, and what the future may hold for other alternatives to prison.

Download or read book Killer Looks written by Zara Stone and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Killer Looks is the definitive story about the long-forgotten practice of providing free nose jobs, face-lifts, breast implants, and other physical alterations to prisoners, the idea being that by remodeling the face you remake the man. From the 1920s up to the mid-1990s, half a million prison inmates across America, Canada, and the U.K willingly went under the knife, their tab picked up by the government. In the beginning, this was a haphazard affair -- applied inconsistently and unfairly to inmates, but entering the 1960s, a movement to scientifically quantify the long-term effect of such programs took hold. And, strange as it may sound, the criminologists were right: recidivism rates plummeted. In 1967, a three-year cosmetic surgery program set on Rikers Island saw recidivism rates drop 36% for surgically altered offenders. The program, funded by a $240,000 grant from the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, was led by Dr. Michael Lewin, who ran a similar program at Sing-Sing prison in 1953. Killer Looks draws on the intersectionality of socioeconomic success, racial bias, the prison industry complex and the fallacy of attractiveness to get to the heart of how appearance and societal approval creates self-worth, and uncovers deeper truths of beauty bias, inherited racism, effective recidivism programs, and inequality. ,

Download or read book When Prisoners Come Home written by Joan Petersilia and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2009-04-21 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year, hundreds of thousands of jailed Americans leave prison and return to society. Largely uneducated, unskilled, often without family support, and with the stigma of a prison record hanging over them, many if not most will experience serious social and psychological problems after release. Fewer than one in three prisoners receive substance abuse or mental health treatment while incarcerated, and each year fewer and fewer participate in the dwindling number of vocational or educational pre-release programs, leaving many all but unemployable. Not surprisingly, the great majority is rearrested, most within six months of their release. What happens when all those sent down the river come back up--and out? As long as there have been prisons, society has struggled with how best to help prisoners reintegrate once released. But the current situation is unprecedented. As a result of the quadrupling of the American prison population in the last quarter century, the number of returning offenders dwarfs anything in America's history. What happens when a large percentage of inner-city men, mostly Black and Hispanic, are regularly extracted, imprisoned, and then returned a few years later in worse shape and with dimmer prospects than when they committed the crime resulting in their imprisonment? What toll does this constant "churning" exact on a community? And what do these trends portend for public safety? A crisis looms, and the criminal justice and social welfare system is wholly unprepared to confront it. Drawing on dozens of interviews with inmates, former prisoners, and prison officials, Joan Petersilia convincingly shows us how the current system is failing, and failing badly. Unwilling merely to sound the alarm, Petersilia explores the harsh realities of prisoner reentry and offers specific solutions to prepare inmates for release, reduce recidivism, and restore them to full citizenship, while never losing sight of the demands of public safety. As the number of ex-convicts in America continues to grow, their systemic marginalization threatens the very society their imprisonment was meant to protect. America spent the last decade debating who should go to prison and for how long. Now it's time to decide what to do when prisoners come home.

Download or read book Evaluating the Effectiveness of Correctional Education written by Lois M. Davis and published by Rand Corporation. This book was released on 2013-08-21 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After conducting a comprehensive literature search, the authors undertook a meta-analysis to examine the association between correctional education and reductions in recidivism, improvements in employment after release from prison, and other outcomes. The study finds that receiving correctional education while incarcerated reduces inmates' risk of recidivating and may improve their odds of obtaining employment after release from prison.

Download or read book Counseling Criminal Justice Offenders written by Ruth Masters and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2004 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Counseling Criminal Justice Offenders, Second Edition takes a practical view of offenders, their problems, and the difficulties counselors face working with them in criminal justice settings. Author Ruth E. Masters examines criminal justice counseling on an individual and group basis and in a variety of settings such as prisons, probation and parole agencies, diversion programs, group homes, halfway houses, prerelease facilities, and U.S. jails. The book also explores the many faces of offenders — young, old, male, female, and across many cultures. The Second Edition of Counseling Criminal Justice Offenders recognizes that individuals who counsel offenders in the criminal justice system often have not had the extensive training of a licensed psychologist and this text is designed to provide readers with an understanding of the counseling process. The book explores practical knowledge of legal principles, appropriate and effective counselor attitudes, and the past and present protocols of American corrections. Primarily designed for criminal justice students taking correctional counseling courses, Counseling Criminal Justice Offenders, Second Edition is also a vital resource for any Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling practitioner interfacing with offenders.

Download or read book Beyond Bars written by Iqbal Shah and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-01-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the potential for redemption and renewal with "Beyond Bars: Non-Profit Initiatives for Prisoner Rehabilitation and Reintegration." This comprehensive guide is your key to understanding and supporting individuals navigating the intricate journey of post-incarceration life. Discover real-life success stories, some grant proposal ( like: 1 . Grant Proposal on Comprehensive Prisoner Rehabilitation Program, 2. Grant proposal on Comprehensive Legal Reintegration Program) and practical insights into the transformative power of non-profit initiatives. From skill development and community reconnection to mental health support, legal guidance, and building sustainable futures, each chapter serves as a beacon of hope and actionable guidance for those seeking a path beyond bars. Practical Guide for Reintegration: Dive into the practical challenges faced by individuals post-incarceration and explore a roadmap for successful reintegration. Transformative Programs in Action: Learn from real-life examples and successful non-profit initiatives, offering insights into effective prisoner rehabilitation. Building Sustainable Futures: Delve into the challenges and opportunities in creating sustainable futures for individuals post-incarceration. Understand the economic and social impacts and discover strategies for lasting change. Skill Development for Employment: Explore the significance of skill development in breaking the chains of limited employment opportunities. Vocational training, job placement, and entrepreneurship take center stage. Community Reconnection: Witness the power of community support through successful models, storytelling, and community-led initiatives. Fostering acceptance and support becomes integral to the reintegration process. Mental Health Empowerment: Navigate the mental health challenges individuals face during and after incarceration. Discover initiatives promoting personal empowerment, resilience, and holistic well-being. Legal Guidance for Reentry: Equip yourself with practical advice on expungement, rights restoration, and successfully navigating probation requirements. Understand the legal landscape to support a seamless reintegration process. Conclude your journey with a call to action, urging readers to actively engage in and support non-profit initiatives. Contribute to a society where the stigma of incarceration is replaced with opportunities for redemption and community reconnection. "Beyond Bars" invites you to unlock the potential beyond confinement, offering a comprehensive guide to understanding, supporting, and actively participating in the vital process of prisoner rehabilitation and reintegration. Your journey to empowerment begins here.