LIVING BEYOND THE BARS
Our mission is to provide hope, information, education and support for families and friends of those in the criminal justice system from the time of arrest, throughout incarceration, and during the re-entry process.
LIVING BEYOND THE BARS
Living Beyond the Bars (of Iowa) is a non-profit organization that offers emotional support to families and friends of persons who are incarcerated. We also offer re-entry assistance through workshops and a state-wide reentry guide.
Our community includes experienced prison volunteers, formerly incarcerated individuals and those with family and substance abuse counseling experience.
Living Beyond the Bars is a registered non-profit organization. We are entirely volunteer-driven and welcome both additional volunteers and financial support. (Tax EIN #: 83-1066543)
WHAT WE ARE NOT
Living Beyond the Bars (of Iowa) is not part of the Iowa Department of Corrections. We do not have therapists or other licensed staff. We are not a faith-based organization. We do not charge for any of our services.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Living Beyond the Bars P.O. Box 835
Marion, IA 52302
EMAIL:
mike.livingbeyondthebars @gmail.com
VOLUNTEER STAFF
Sue Hutchins – Support group facilitator
Leon Kroemer –Support group facilitator
Mike Cervantes – Reentry Organizer
Supporting family members.
One Step at a Time
Making connections.
