Question

1. Why ex-convicts rejected for Public housing and healthcare after they are release from jail. Give specfic reasons?

2. What are the soultion after the ex convicts reentry to the society and how we can help them out?

3. How ex convicts have to face difficult after they come back in society.

Answer 1

Specific reasons for ex-convicts being rejected for public housing and healthcare post their release from prison, and other difficulties faced:

A widespread belief that people who have broken the law do not deserve a second chance.

They are considered to pose a risk and be unsuitable inhabitants in the public housing and healthcare facilities.

A politically cost-free way to deal with the ‘demand of housing and healthcare exceeding supply’ situation.

Dealing with the new sense of freedom and thereby feeling lost and a void.

Dealing with the stigma of society in the form of prejudice, intolerance and stereotypes.

Dealing with the situations/conditions existing in the surrounding atmosphere of the ex-convict, that may be unstable, thereby leading to recidivism.

Lack of rehabilitation soon after release.

Lack of suitable housing and access to healthcare.

Significant others not willing to take in the ex-convict, thereby inciting in him/her a feeling of rejection and a loss of sense of belongingness, which may have disastrous repercussions.

Problems in the workforce.

Problems forming new relationships.

Dealing with issues unique to women, such as motherhood.

What are the solutions after the ex-convicts’ re-entry into the society and how we can help them out?

Imparting the ex-convicts with the basic skill set and necessary know-how to become insightful and productive members of the society, through intensive mentoring programs soon after release, thereby assisting them in navigating the challenges they might face during the reintegration process.

Removal of barriers to education and gainful employment so that they remain physically and mentally engaged and productive. Their successful transition back to mainstream education and workforce will also help economy in the long run.

Educating the ex-convict’s near and dear ones about the importance of preventing any stigmatized/prejudiced talks/behaviours. Ultimately, their families and the surrounding community have a powerful stake in their successful reintegration into mainstream society.

The psychological status of the ex-convicts be assessed from time to time through seeking professional help.