American psychologist, Abraham Maslow, summed up how challenging it can be to grow when he said, "One can choose to go back toward safety...

Believing strongly in the benefit of lifetime learning and moral outlook, the Chinese philosopher and politician Confucius once said, “A...

Albert Einstein beautifully captured the concept of successful prison reentry when he famously said, “In the middle of difficulty lies...

It has often been said that a positive attitude will lead to positive outcomes. Although life has thrown him some curveballs, Second...

Like many others reentering society after incarceration, former Second Chance participant Crystal Cobb has had to navigate multiple...

Albert Einstein once said that “life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” Even though many of us will...

Throughout a portion of his early life, Second Chance participant Kenneth Bradford felt very directionless and unsure of where to turn....

Changing your lifestyle and habits can often be a difficult process to navigate, especially for those returning home from incarceration....

Second Chance graduate Desirai Carter worked tirelessly against the odds to carve her own path towards success.

As motivational speaker Iyanla Vanzant once said, “when you stand and share your story in an empowering way, your story will heal you and...

After spending multiple years incarcerated, it can be difficult to reestablish yourself in the community. A lot of the time, there are vario

A home is where families can create lasting memories, share cooked meals, and reconnect after time apart.

For Second Chance graduate Jasmyne Cooley, knowing her worth is the key to her success. Although the reentry process can sometimes feel...

Greek philosopher Epiceteus once said “it’s not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters.” Although life has thrown him...

For some, the reentry process can often feel like putting together a thousand-piece jigsaw puzzle. There are multiple different pieces...

In a complex world, one thing will always remain a commonality among everyone - food. According to chef Marc Marrone, “food is a...

As Henry Ford famously said, “when everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not...

After incarceration, reestablishing your life as a citizen can be difficult. There are multiple barriers that can get in the way of...

Each year, many individuals come to Second Chance with the hopes of creating a successful reentry for themselves and their families....