
I interned at Friends Outside in 2004/2005 as a jail visitor. It was an amazing experience that I will never forget. FO is a great resource for people who are incarcerated and their families....
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Friends Outside has been dedicated to supporting individuals affected by incarceration in Santa Cruz County for over three decades. Their mission is centered on utilizing volunteers to bring about justice, hope, and transformation for those impacted by the criminal justice system. Working in collaboration with community partners, Friends Outside offers a range of services from custody to community re-entry.
With a focus on post-release support, Friends Outside provides assistance with essential needs such as hygiene products, clothing, and transportation for individuals reintegrating into society after incarceration. Additionally, the organization offers re-entry advocacy, benefits assistance, and cognitive behavioral therapy to ensure comprehensive support for their clients.
Whether it's facilitating post-release plans, advocating for benefits, or providing therapeutic interventions, Friends Outside is committed to helping individuals navigate the challenges of re-entry and successfully transition back into the community. Through their dedicated volunteers and wide array of services, Friends Outside continues to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by the justice system.
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I interned at Friends Outside in 2004/2005 as a jail visitor. It was an amazing experience that I will never forget. FO is a great resource for people who are incarcerated and their families....
(I volunteered/Interned at Friends Outside over my 4 years at UC Santa Cruz and worked for them as a Jail Librarian) Friends Outside is a National Non-Profit org. (in Santa Cruz, housed under...
This is a wonderful non-profit organization that helps individuals after incarceration. Volunteering with them is easy and they are very supportive. It is a transformative experience.