MISSION STATEMENT
The NEXT STEP RE-ENTRY CENTER is committed to addressing the unique needs of formerly incarcerated Veterans and returning citizens. Our mission involves aiding Veterans in obtaining essential documentation, providing support for the challenges associated with PTSD, and facilitating their successful reintegration into society, ultimately fostering their independence.
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Dedicated Honor Yard for Veterans at Soledad State Prison, known as "The Hub." Here the Veterans prepare for their eventual release back into society.
There are approximately 7,000 men and women Veterans currently incarcerated in California prisons.
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Incarcerated Veteran women being acknowledged for their positive programming. There are approximately 1,800 women Veterans incarcerated in the US.
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Female Veterans our being honored with the flag, and are starting to receive more support while incarcerated.
our vision
NSRC is dedicated to providing unwavering support to formerly incarcerated Veterans, irrespective of their discharge status, as they strive to regain their independence. We achieve this by offering peer support mentorship, conducting group sessions guided by narrative therapy principles, and delivering comprehensive life skills modules. T
NSRC is dedicated to providing unwavering support to formerly incarcerated Veterans, irrespective of their discharge status, as they strive to regain their independence. We achieve this by offering peer support mentorship, conducting group sessions guided by narrative therapy principles, and delivering comprehensive life skills modules. These initiatives not only set our Veterans on a trajectory towards personal success but also open doors for them to extend a helping hand to fellow Veterans in need.
GOALS
To elevate public safety, reduce recidivism rates, and empower Veterans to become active, prosocial citizens, our primary focus is clear. Upon successfully completing our curriculum and program, we are firmly committed to ensuring that every Veteran and returning citizen acquires the essential tools necessary for a seamless transition int
To elevate public safety, reduce recidivism rates, and empower Veterans to become active, prosocial citizens, our primary focus is clear. Upon successfully completing our curriculum and program, we are firmly committed to ensuring that every Veteran and returning citizen acquires the essential tools necessary for a seamless transition into a productive and law-abiding life.
Through strategic collaborations with community partners, local municipalities, and the private sector, we strive to establish a sustainable paradigm of success.
Bruce Davis, a formerly incarcerated Veteran, is now studying at CSUMB, working on attaining his degree in Behavioral Science. He is an example of what is possible for our men and women when given the support they need to succeed.