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1 Homecoming Resource Guide Charlottesville City of Second Chances This POCKET PAL Updated in 2013 by 20 1

2 Welcome Home! We re glad to have you back with us in the Charlottesville/ Albemarle County community. Starting over isn t easy. We hope that this reference guide will prove useful in the days ahead. Our community is here to support you! NEXT STEPS: 1. Report to your probation/parole officer. Information is located on page You will need identification in order to get the services you need, do business, and apply for a job. See Identification, pages 10 and 11 for information on how to obtain the necessary documents. 3. For help with Food see page 8. Shelter pages 16 and 17. Transportation page Several peer support groups exist to provide assistance, friendship and support as you face the challenges of re-entry. See page 15. RESTORATION OF VOTING AND CIVIL RIGHTS FOR NON-VIOLENT FELONS! Governor McDonnell has announced, effective July 15, 2013, a process for the restoration of your civil and voting rights if you meet the following conditions: 1. Completion of your sentence, probation or parole 2. Payment of all court costs, fines, restitution, and completion of other court-ordered conditions 3. Have no pending felony charges To find out if you qualify or to get more information, you can contact: Restoration of Rights Division Web site: NOTES IF AT ANY POINT YOU NEED RESOURCES THAT ARE NOT LISTED IN THIS BOOKLET, CALL 211 TOLL FREE, 24-HOURS A DAY This reference guide was prepared by the: Charlottesville Dialogue on Race Re-entry Support for Ex-Offenders Action Team. For more copies, please call the City Manager s Office:

3 SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND RECOVERY (CONTINUED) Mohr Center East Market St., Charlottesville Provides shelter to men at risk of arrest for public intoxication and residential substance addiction treatment. Region Ten Community Services Board Offers self- help programs, intensive substance abuse outpatient programs and a community outreach program. Charges vary with income, and can be reduced or waived for very low income persons. TRANSPORTATION General Commuter Information (888) Charlottesville Free Trolley Operates between downtown Charlottesville and the University of Virginia area. See back cover Charlottesville Albemarle Transit Service (CAT) Public bus transit to the Charlottesville/Albemarle Community offering standard and regular routes with fixed time schedules. JAUNT Inc Provides transportation to area citizens, serving both the general public and human service agency clients, and provides transportation to citizens with disabilities. Offender Aid and Restoration (OAR) May provide free bus passes during job seeking period. University Transit Service (UTS) Operates a bus in and around the Grounds of the University of Virginia. The information contained herein is the most current available as of July The Dialogue on Race does not guarantee the accuracy of the information provided nor the existence or the continuation of any of the services described herein and specifically disclaims any responsibility for the safety or reliability of included services. The Inclusion in this booklet does not imply endorsement nor does omission imply lack of endorsement by the Charlottesville Dialogue on Race. Thanks to all of the community organizations that provided assistance with the information gathered in this document. 18 CELL PHONE CLOTHING... 4 DENTAL SERVICES EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE... 5 EMPLOYMENT JOB SEEKER ASSISTANCE...6 JOB TRAINING, COUNSELING & PLACEMENT...7 FOOD...8 GED, LITERACY & EDUCATION..9 HEALTH SERVICES HIV/AIDS...10 HOUSING (TEMPORARY)...10 IDENTIFICATION LAUNDRY LEGAL SERVICES...12 MAIL...12 MEDICAL CARE MEDICAID/MEDICARE MENTAL HEALTH PARENTING ASSISTANCE PEER SUPPORT GROUPS PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE PROBATION/PAROLE SHELTERS (DAY) SHELTER (OVERNIGHT) SOCIAL SERVICES SUBSTANCE ABUSE & RECOVERY TRANSPORTATION Dear Home-comer, CONTENTS A Note From the Mayor This booklet has been prepared especially for you, and I hope you will make the most of the resources described in it. I am proud to say that Charlottesville has declared Itself : A City of Second Chances. We want you and your fellow home-comers to have every opportunity to succeed in your re-entry into the community. There are a lot of caring people and organizations here that want to help you avoid re-incarceration. Please take them up on their offers of assistance. You can do this! Best wishes, and we re glad to have you home. Satyendra Singh Huja, Mayor, City of Charlottesville 3

4 CELL PHONE (Free) Assurance Wireless: SafeLink Wireless: Safelink ( ) You must be receiving some form of public assistance for this phone; ask your case-worker for a referral. CLOTHING Proof of income verification needed. The Clothing Center Bolling Avenue, Charlottesville Low-cost, used clothing that is free with a voucher from a social service agency or church. Goodwill Industries Thrift Shop Two sites: 1720 Seminole Trail, Charlottesville Richmond Road, Charlottesville Hours: Mon.-Sat 8am-9pm Sun.-12 noon-6 pm SHELTER (OVERNIGHT) Salvation Army Emergency Shelter Ridge Street, Charlottesville Provides shelter and meals for qualified individuals and families PACEM West Market Street, Charlottesville Open only late October through end of March PACEM is a shelter of last resort. During the shelter period, intake begins each night between 5:30 and 5:45 pm. For more information about eligibility of services contact: Men s Shelter Line: Women s Shelter Line: SOCIAL SERVICES To supplement family income, contact your local Department of Social Services for food stamps, medical insurance and public assistance. Call for an appointment first. Salvation Army Thrift Stores Cherry Avenue, Charlottesville Provides used clothing, household goods, and furnishings at minimal or no cost to those with a demonstrated need. For a voucher call the Salvation Army Emergency Services Program at Schoolhouse Thrift Shop East Rio Road, Charlottesville Non-profit store sells used clothing. Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10:00am-4:00pm Sat. 10:00am-1:00pm. SPCA Rummage Store Preston Avenue, Charlottesville Low cost used clothing and household goods Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-6 pm DENTAL SERVICES Phone ahead to determine eligibility Charlottesville Free Clinic (CFC) Rose Hill Drive, Suite 200, Charlottesville BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 4 Albemarle County th Street Extended Suite A, Charlottesville City of Charlottesville th Street NE, City Hall Annex, Charlottesville SUBSTANCE ABUSE & RECOVERY Alcoholics Anonymous Answering service. Provides information about meeting dates, times and places. Charlottesville Al-Anon Family Group Answering service. An anonymous twelve-step mutual support group for families of alcoholics and drug abusers. Narcotics Anonymous Twelve- step, self-help group for recovery from drug abuse. On Our Own Fourth Street NW, Charlottesville This group advocates for the rights of consumers of mental health services. Provides some free services to its members 17

5 PROBATION/PAROLE It is mandatory that you report to your probation/ parole officer within 72 hours of your release. Federal Probation/Parole Federal Court House W. Main Street # 101, Charlottesville Hours: Monday Friday 8:30am 5:00pm State Probation/Parole District 9 State Probation and Parole Western District of Virginia 750 Harris Street, Suite 202, Charlottesville Hours: Monday Friday 8:15am 5:00pm Local Probation (Misdemeanors and Class 5 and 6 Felonies) Offender Aid and Restoration/OAR/Jefferson Area Community Corrections Harris Street, Suite 207, Charlottesville Hours: Mon.,Tues., Thurs. 8:30am 4:30pm SHELTERS (DAY) Wed. 8:30am 5:30pm Fri. 7:30am 2:30pm 112 West Market Street, Charlottesville The Haven provides this community with a central place to receive vital services and get connected to social service providers. Some services: breakfast meal, short-term storage, showers, laundry facilities, computer access, living room, community garden. Referrals are available to on-site service providers offering substance abuse assessment, mental health peer support, financial literacy and counseling, legal assistance, public housing applications, resume development and job search coaching. They also can make referrals for overnight shelter, health advocacy, and social services such as food stamp screening. October - April, open 7:00am 5:00pm. April - October, open 7:30am 4:30pm weekdays 7:30am 12:00pm Saturdays 10:00am to 3:00pm Sundays DENTAL SERVICES (CONTINUED) UVA Dental Clinic or Does not accept Medicaid and Medicare EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE MACAA-CARES (Coalition Assisting Residents in Emergency Situations) Park Street, Charlottesville Eligible clients can receive cash assistance one time per fiscal year (July 1-June 30) in three main categories of need: eviction prevention, foreclosure prevention, utility termination prevention. In addition, there is a small amount of money for Medical prescriptions. Love, Inc. (In the Name of Christ) Spotnap Road, Suite C-1, Charlottesville Individuals in need and others on behalf of those in need contact Love, Inc. Needs include food clothing, furniture, transportation, tutoring/ mentoring, budgeting assistance, counseling and family help. Phone calls taken 10am 3pm, M-F. EMPLOYMENT Unlike years ago, looking for a job today takes knowledge of computers and use of the Internet. Some job ads are placed in local newspapers, The Hook, C Ville Weekly (free weekly papers) and the Daily Progress, but the majority will be found on websites. Some useful sites include: This area s major employers: University of Virginia (look under Featured Links and click on Jobs at UVA ) University of Virginia Medical Center (click on Careers ) City of Charlottesville (click on Community then Employment ) County of Albemarle

6 EMPLOYMENT (continued) Job Seeker Assistance is available at: The Virginia Workforce Center Hydraulic Road, Suite 100, Charlottesville Hours: 8:30am 4:30pm Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:30am 7:00pm Wednesday 1. Free use of computers, telephones, fax and copy machines and paper. 2. Limited assistance in filling out on-line applications 3. Information/access to other social services organizations 4. Free computer classes for job seekers, providing instruction on how to find a job on line. Albemarle Career Center , ext th Street Extended, Suite A, Charlottesville Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am-Noon & 1:00pm 4:00pm 1. Free use of computers, telephones, fax and copy machines and paper 2. Limited assistance in filling out on-line applications 3. Experienced career counselors 112 West Market Street, Charlottesville Fall/winter hours 7-5 every day. Spring/summer hours M-F 7:30am 4:30pm Sat 7:30am-12:00pm Sun 10:00am-3:00pm 1. Resume writing assistance 2. Job coaching PEER SUPPORT A Gift of Hope (Peer support for women) Meets Thursdays, 6:00pm 8:00pm 112 West Market Street, Charlottesville Believers and Achievers or Meeting Thursdays, 5:30pm Crescent Hall 500 South 1st St., Charlottesville On Our Own Fourth Street NW, Charlottesville Hours: Monday- Saturday, 12:00pm -7:00pm Closed Sunday Lending Hands Peer support for Women PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE United Way Thomas Jefferson Area To be eligible for the Prescription Relief Program you must be: *Low income *Have no prescription drug coverage Charlottesville Free Clinic See page 13 Prescriptions are available to current patients. UVa Medical Center See page 13 Provides prescriptions at reduced cost. Must complete a financial screening process Jefferson-Madison Regional Library East Market Street, Charlottesville Hours: M-Th 9:00am 9:00pm; F, Sat 9:00am 5:00pm; Sunday hours (during the school year) 1. 2 hour blocks for job searching on the jobs computer 2. Fees for printing and copying 3. Virginia Employment Commission available every other Thursday for career counseling 6 15

7 MENTAL HEALTH Region Ten Community Services Board Old Lynchburg Road, Charlottesville Offers self-help programs, intensive substance abuse outpatient programs and community outreach program. Charges vary with income, and can be reduced or waived for very low income persons. Charlottesville Department of Social Services Albemarle County Department of Social Services Mental Health of America of Charlottesville NAMI (National Alliance of Mentally Ill) Blue Ridge Family Alliance Old Garth Rd., Charlottesville Family Support Meetings: First Thursday of the month : 5:30pm to 7:00pm. A local affiliate of National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI). On Our Own Fourth St NW, Charlottesville Hours: Monday-Saturday, 12pm-7:00pm Closed Sunday To provide mutual support, self-help, advocacy, education, information and referral services for individuals who acknowledge having significant problems in their lives due to mental illness and who are seeking to take responsibility for their own growth and recovery while supporting each other. PARENTING ASSISTANCE Charlottesville Youth and Family Services Real Dads Program ext. 252 Support and resources for fathers who are incarcerated or who are coming home from incarceration. Also, support for high-risk, low-income fathers. TransParenting Program ext. 269 One time 4 hour class designed to help families support their children during major family transitions. Job Seeker Assistance (continued) Offender Aid and Restoration (OAR) Harris Street, #207, Charlottesville Hours: Monday Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm Friday 7:30am-3:30pm The Re-entry Program at OAR works with people who face barriers because of their criminal records. Their staff assist ex-offenders with job readiness skills, job strategizing, preparing for applying and interviewing with criminal records, creating resumes and also may help with transportation during the job searching period. The staff also work with addressing all needs and barriers faced because of criminal convictions. JOB TRAINING, COUNSELING AND PLACEMENT PROGRAMS (No cost to you) There will be eligibility requirements to meet in order to obtain assistance through these programs Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services Virginia Workforce Center Hydraulic Road, Suite 100, Charlottesville Helps persons with disabilities find and keep jobs and/or reach a higher level of independence in daily living. You must attend an orientation and meet eligibility requirements before assistance can be given. Call for time of weekly orientation. Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) at the Virginia Workforce Center 2211 Hydraulic Road, Charlottesville SCSEP offers an employment program for individuals 55 and older who need to learn new skills to become more employable. Paid internships (on-the-job training) with local employers are set up for those clients who meet the eligibility requirements. 14 7

8 FOOD SOUP KITCHENS and PUBLIC MEALS: Breakfast 112 West Market, Charlottesville Mon-Sat: Breakfast 7:00am-8:00am Sunday lunch at 1:00pm Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Salvation Army Ridge Street, Charlottesville Monday-Friday: Breakfast 6:45am/Dinner 6:00pm Sat & Sun: Breakfast 7:15am/Lunch 12:00pm/ Dinner 6:00pm Charlottesville Daily Lunches 12:00-1:00pm Monday: First United Methodist, 101 E. Jefferson Street Tuesday: Christ Episcopal Church, 103 W. Jefferson Street First Baptist Church, 632 West Main Street (Oct-Apr) Wednesday: First Presbyterian Church, 500 Park St Thursday: Holy Comforter, 208 E. Jefferson Street Friday: First Baptist Church, 735 Park Street (1pm-2 pm) FOOD BANKS: Emergency Food Bank Harris Street, Charlottesville Call between 9:00am-noon, M-F to request food Pick up food between 1:30pm-3:30pm EFB provides a three day supply of food to persons in need once a month on a self-referral basis. Thereafter by social service referral only. ID required Holy Comforter Church East Jefferson Street, Charlottesville 10 am-noon Tues., Wed., and Fri. Walk-in, picture ID required USDA food, one time a month Jefferson Park Baptist Jefferson Park Avenue, Charlottesville Emergency food closet open 9am-11am, Wednesdays MEDICAL CARE University of Virginia (UVa) Health System UVA Medical Center or Lee Street, Charlottesville Financial assistance available Martha Jefferson Hospital (by Hospital Referral only) 500 Martha Jefferson Drive, Charlottesville or The following service is by appointment only. Call to see that you are eligible. Charlottesville Free Clinic (CFC) 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Suite 200, Charlottesville For prescription refills call Day and evening appointments available Provides free medical care and prescription medications for uninsured adults and their families Charlottesville/Albemarle Health Department Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville Offers immunizations, disease prevention in HIV/AIDS and STD s, viral hepatitis, and tuberculosis. Provides medications for low-income, uninsured individuals with HIV/AIDS. MEDICARE/MEDICAID Call the Department of Social Services to determine eligibility for Medicare. Medicaid pays for health and medical care such as doctor and hospital bills, prescription medicines and nursing home care. Applicants must be in one of the following categories: age 65 or older, disabled, blind, child in foster care, families with children, and pregnant women. Charlottesville Department of Social Services Albemarle County Department of Social Services

9 LAUNDRY 112 West Market Street, Charlottesville Free laundry facilities. October thru April, open 7:00am 5:00pm April thru October, open 7:30am-4:30pm weekdays 7:30am-12:00pm Saturdays 10:00am-3:00pm Sundays LEGAL SERVICES Legal aid may be available at a reduced rate for people who can not afford it. If you are in need of legal advice or representation, contact: FOOD BANKS (continued) Belmont Baptist Church Monticello Avenue, Charlottesville 10:30am-2pm Tuesday through Friday Must live in Belmont/Carlton neighborhood FOOD STAMPS PROGRAM Now called SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program) Albemarle County th Street Extended, Charlottesville City of Charlottesville th Street NE, City Hall Annex, Charlottesville Central Virginia Legal Aid Telephone intake Monday thru Thursday 9:00am-11:30 am and 1:00-2:30pm. For emergency cases, domestic violence cases and for clients aged 60 and over, telephone intake is available, Monday thru Friday 9:00am-5:00pm. Legal Aid Justice Center Preston Avenue, Suite A, Charlottesville Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday Se habla espaňol. GED, ESL and COMPUTER LITERACY Albemarle County Adult Education (some fees) ext 8 City of Charlottesville Adult Education (some fees) at the: Adult Learning Center A 2 nd St SE, Charlottesville Call for times and locations Classes in GED, English as a Second Language, and Basic Computer Skills are available. Scholarships are available. OAR also may pay tuition fees.. MAIL If you do not yet have a residence or mailing address, here are two suggestions: The Haven 112 West Market Street, Charlottesville, VA Free postal services at front desk U.S. Post Office, Charlottesville Apply at the Main Street Post Office on the Downtown Mall. Cost to purchase a small, locked mail box for 6 months is $30 Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville/Albemarle (LVCA) th Street NW, Charlottesville Offers free individualized tutoring to adults who want to improve basic reading and writing skills or English as a second language (ESL). HEALTH SERVICES Charlottesville/Albemarle Health Department Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville Offers immunizations, disease prevention in HIV/AIDS and STD s, viral hepatitis and tuberculosis. Provides medications for low-income, uninsured individuals with HIV/AIDS 12 9

10 HEALTH SERVICES (continued) Charlottesville Free Clinic Rose Hill Drive Suite 200, Charlottesville The Charlottesville Free Clinic is a health support system that provides non-emergency medical care, a pharmacy for its patients and limited dental and psychiatric services. HIV/AIDS Aids/HIV Services Group (ASG) Tenth Street NE, Charlottesville ASG s client services program provides a lifeline to people living with HIV, or, those whose life style may have exposed them to risk. Case management is provided according to federal and state standards of care. Clients have access to a food pantry, support groups, volunteer work and social opportunities, skillsbuilding classes, housing assistance, and prevention programs. HOUSING (Temporary) Salvation Army Emergency Shelter Ridge Street, Charlottesville Provides crisis intervention through emergency shelter. IDENTIFICATION If you did not have time to get your personal identification information together before you were released, either of these agencies will assist you in getting: A copy of your birth certificate Your Virginia driver s license or a Virginia picture ID from the local Department of Motor Vehicles Your replacement Social Security card Offender Aid and Restoration Harris Street, #207 Charlottesville, VA Hours: Monday Thursday 8:30am 4:30pm Friday 7:30am 3:30pm 10 IDENTIFICATION (continued) 112 West Market Street Charlottesville, VA Fall/winter hours: 7:00-5:00 every day. Spring/summer hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30am 4:30pm Sat. 7:30am 12:00pm Sun. 10:00am-3:00pm You may need to pay minimal costs in some instances Call ahead for details If you want to obtain these documents on your own, Birth certificate To obtain an original or copy of your Virginia birth certificate,* Pick up an application at the Charlottesville/ Albemarle Health Department, 1138 Rose Hill Drive, PO Box 7546, Charlottesville Contact the Virginia Office of Vital Records at (804) or write to Virginia Office of Vital Records, P. O. Box 1000, Richmond, VA There is a $12 fee for each birth certificate copy requested. Website: *If you were not born in Virginia, contact the appropriate department in your state of birth Picture Identification To obtain a picture ID, visit our local: Department of Motor Vehicles Abbey Road, Charlottesville (Pantops, Rte 250 East, CAT Bus 10) There is a $10 fee Phone ahead to find out what documents are needed or, You can find a list of acceptable documents on the DMV website: NO photocopies accepted, only original documents here s how: Obtaining a Replacement Social Security Card Social Security Administration Office Pantops Mountain Place, Charlottesville (CAT Bus 10) Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm (Wed. close at noon to public) Phone ahead to determine which documents you will need to bring with you or, for more information, go to the website: 11