Residential Reentry Program
Dismas House is a Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) approved residential reentry program that serves men returning to the community from Tennessee prisons and county jails. Our campus includes 56 reentry beds in double-occupancy bedrooms.
To complete the reentry program, residents must remain on campus for a minimum of 90 days. There is no maximum length of stay.
Through a family-like environment and holistic services, we aim to support our residents as they navigate the challenging transition into society from incarceration.
Program Plan & Phases
The minimum length of stay to complete the Dismas House Reentry Program is 90 days, and there is no maximum. Determining the length of stay at Dismas House is a decision made between the resident and his care team based on the resident’s individual goals, achievement of certain benchmarks, and adherence to a treatment plan.
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- Healing Phase I: Days 1-30
- Building Phase II: Days 31-60
- Growth Phase III: Days 61-90
- Transitioning Phase IV: Days 91 until departure
Pillars of Programming
Under our four pillars of programming, residents receive a wide array of services that are offered by Dismas House staff or through collaborations with external service providers.
Basic Needs
- Housing (no cost for first 30 days)
- Food
- Clothing
- Transportation
- Toiletries
- Cell phone
- Computer access
Health & Well-Being
- Prescription coverage (first 30 days)
- Wellness classes: yoga and rock climbing
- Individual and group therapy sessions
- Relapse prevention plans
Life Skills
- Interpersonal skills development
- Emotional regulation training
- Technology training
- Healthcare benefit training
- Banking and budgeting training
- Cooking classes
- Employment support
Legal Support
- Expungements of records
- Reinstatement of driver’s license and other ID
- Restoration of voting rights
- Reduction of fines and fees