in2Action Newsletter
Partner’s Corner – November 2019
A one-size-fits-all approach does not work… In September 2018, the Justice Reinvestment Treatment Pilots (JRITP) in Boone county began accepting referrals. This joint project between Probation & Parole (P&P) and the Department of Mental Health (DMH) provides...
Volunteer Spotlight – November 2019
Jesus asked Peter "Do you love me? Then feed my sheep." A great way to volunteer and serve is to contribute to a great God-honoring organization that helps offenders adjust to society. Being able to do this at in2Action is a privilege. I first learned about this...
The Guys – November 2019
What makes for an interesting weekend, how about a float trip with a group of guys in recovery from substance use disorders who have begun reintegrating into society after being recently released from prison? The in2Action guys did exactly that on a warm weekend this...
Thoughts from the Director – November 2019
It’s been quite a year……… To say that 2019 has been “quite a year” might be an understatement. Please be looking forward to the End-of-Year Special Edition of our in2Action newsletter in early December. In this edition, however, I wanted to provide just an overview....
Resident Remarks – November 2109
MARICE My name is Marice. I have struggled with drug addiction for 30 years. I have been to eight treatment centers and have been incarcerated several times for drug-related crimes. I have attempted to stay ‘clean’ every time I have completed treatment or have been...
The Guys – August 2019
MU’s ‘Venture Out’ High Odyssey Ropes Course By Carlin This program named "In2Action" is designed to give clients the tools needed to improve their lives and redeem themselves spiritually. The programing includes many comprehensive ways to learn responsibility, plus...
Partner’s Corner – August 2019
Partners Corner It takes a village… The Recovery Support and Reentry Opportunity Center (RSROC) will serve as a one-stop-shop for people being released from jail or prison into Boone County. We will operate as a hybrid of a recovery community center and a resource...
Resident Remarks – August 2019
Hi, I’m Michael Today, I’m an active participant in my recovery from drugs and alcohol. I've been a resident of in2action since February 11th of this year when I left long term treatment at a prison treatment center, prior to that I was in the Moberly Prison for 3...
Thoughts from the Director – Aug 2019
“Do I really need to go to treatment again?” This is a question we hear all the time from people returning to our community after incarceration. My response is often NO and here is why. As a result of the ‘War on Drugs’ and our failed policies which criminalized...
Volunteer Spotlight – August 2019
Our small group has had an amazing experience working with everyone at In2Action over the last 4 years. We started meeting monthly 4 years ago to help with cleaning at the house and to develop relationships, share a meal, and make connections with the guys. Over time,...