Release from Custody

The program assists community members who are transitioning from custody and may be experiencing homelessness, social stigma, mental health imbalance and substance use. The reintegration plan include: housing needs; income supports; mental wellness and addictions supports; crisis planning; health care; community and cultural needs; and any other relevant supports and requirements.

WHO CAN ACCESS SUPPORT?

• Any self-identifying, Indigenous person that is incarcerated for any duration of time.
• Age 18 years of age or older.
• Incarcerated within the City of London or City of Sarnia.
• Communities served, but not limited to: Oneida Nation of the Thames, Chippewa of the Thames First Nation, Munsee-Delaware Nation, Kettle and Stoney Point First Nation, Aamjiwnaang First Nation, and Walpole Island First Nation.

HOW WE CAN HELP

• Support with discharge planning
• Explore housing requirements
• Access income support (OW, ODSP)
• Crisis planning
• Assist with attending and participating in ceremony
• Scheduling appointments
• Community Mental Health Programming
• Addiction / Substance involvement / Harm Reduction support
• Accessing legal services
• Accessing physical health services