Coping with the incarceration of a loved one can be overwhelming. Where do you turn for help? These resources will help you know what to expect after someone you care about has been arrested, and how to cope before, during, and after their sentence.
FEATURED RESOURCES
RAISING CHILDREN WITH A PARENT IN PRISON
As a caregiver, you know the traumatic and emotional impact on the rest of the family when a parent goes to prison. Not only is it difficult for the children, it can also be overwhelming for those of you left to care for the children.
WEBINARS
Looking for guidance on speaking to children about incarceration? Join us for “Hard Conversations: How To Talk to Children About an Incarcerated Loved One.” In this free webinar, Dr. Lucy Willis provides age-appropriate, practical suggestions for navigating this important topic with care and confidence.
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KEY TERMS TO KNOW ABOUT THE PRISON SYSTEM
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions and answers about terms used in the prison system.
A DIFFERENT WAY OF THINKING: MENTAL HEALTH AND INCARCERATION
Mental health is something people used to avoid discussing, but awareness is on the rise—which is a good thing. Both incarcerated people and their families often deal with mental health struggles. Now, Maria helps them embrace a different way of thinking.
7 WAYS TO PRAY FOR A LOVED ONE IN PRISON
Here are seven ways to start praying for your loved one in prison, and watch God move in their lives—and in yours.
HOW TO CONTACT PRISONERS
Three ways to maintain contact with incarcerated family and loved ones.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR A PRISON VISIT
Visiting a family member in prison presents its own bundle of challenges. Just knowing what to expect can reduce stress. Being prepared can raise the bar for positive visitation experiences, possibly snowballing into more visits, and hopefully, improved relationships.
HOW TO MAINTAIN A MARRIAGE DURING INCARCERATION
If you are facing a prison sentence, or if your spouse is incarcerated, and you are still married, you’ve got an uphill battle to fight.
