Description: Established in 1998, Bridges to New Life is the largest Christian post-release support network in the Okanagan. We exist to provide programs and resources to assist individuals and families impacted by the criminal justice system.. Recidivism, the cycle of serving time in jail, being released, then re-offending and going back to prison is the revolving
More than 75% of those who go to prison will return within 5 years. But there is hope. At Bridges, we look beyond rehabilitation and focus on transformation. Former inmates face untold challenges as they look to avoid old familiar territory and reestablish themselves in a totally new environment. We are there to facilitate those who want to make a fresh entry into society; we help bridge the gap to the material, relational, and spiritual support they need.
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