There is increasing evidence of the effectiveness of continued care after reentry for those who have participated in prison-based substance abuse treatment. This article presents results from analyses of program and comparison group data from two community-based programs that implemented a culturally adapted version of the Creating Lasting Family Connections (CLFC) curriculum. Both programs sought to strengthen individuals (and their families) recently reentering the community after incarceration. Results suggested that the first program had effects on increasing HIV knowledge and spirituality, while reducing intentions to binge drink and recidivism. The second program similarly showed effects on recidivism, and participants also showed an increase in nine separate relationship skills. The policy implications of the results are discussed. Abstract published by arrangement with Sage Journals.
Creating Lasting Family Connections: Reducing Recidivism With Community-Based Family Strengthening Model
NCJ Number
244887
Journal
Criminal Justice Policy Review Volume: 24 Issue: 1 Dated: January 2013 Pages: 94-122
Date Published
January 2013
Length
29 pages
Annotation
This article presents results from analyses of program and comparison group data from two community-based programs that implemented a culturally adapted version of the Creating Lasting Family Connections (CLFC) curriculum.
Abstract