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· Identify key components of the reentry process.

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· Evaluate assessment-driven reentry planning procedures.

Some of the challenges described in this reading include access to full citizenship rights, housing, finance/employment, family reintegration, substance abuse/mental health illness, access to benefits, and supervision are some of the key challenge areas.

Assessment is the first step and a very critical part of the reentry process. Utilizing a strength-based approach while conducting assessment is key to the successful assessment of a client's needs. A strength-based approach involves remaining positive and identifying talents, skills, and interests. What do you think are some strategies in a strength-based approach that a counselor can utilize with a client? Explain how these strategies can be successful.

List some strategies to assist in identifying discrepancies during the assessment process. What steps could be taken if a client withholds information during the assessment process?

Watch the following video located on the Justice Center website:

• Second Chance Act: What have      we learned about reentry programs so far?
  • In this video, you learn how       the Second Chance Act of 2007 was enacted to reduce recidivism and       increase success of offenders leaving prison and reentering the       community.