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News - 2008

CEC Alumnus Speaks at U.S. Department of Labor Reentry Grant Announcement in Newark

Washington, Sep 10, 2008 - When ex-offender Altorice Frazier took the microphone at yesterday's U.S. Department of Labor reentry grant announcement in Newark, he did so as a father, as a husband, as a man who applied the tools given to him at a local reentry center and turned his life around.

"I am very proud to be a resident of Newark today. The reentry skills I learned at Talbot Hall changed my life. We know that effective reentry programs are crucial in preparing offenders for successful community reintegration and to see Newark's dedication to this goal is very rewarding," said Mr. Frazier.

Mr. Frazier, a former New Jersey offender, now works as the Alumni Association Coordinator for Community Education Centers' Alumni Association. The Alumni Association is comprised of former offenders who have successfully completed a reentry treatment program. Altorice and several other dedicated staff assist ex-offenders in their transition from reentry treatment back into the community. As mentors, alumni are available to offenders, before and after release, to provide referral assistance and encourage them to set goals, find jobs, and utilize social services.

"The Alumni Association takes monthly trips to make contact with New Jersey's offenders. We attend monthly meetings in Newark at Tully House, Logan Hall and Delaney Hall, in Kearny at Talbot Hall, in Trenton at Bo Robinson, as well as at Coleman Hall in Philadelphia. During the meetings, we speak with current residents and share our stories about the journey toward successful community reentry," said Mr. Frazier.

Mr. Frazier began his reentry process at Talbot Hall, a 500-bed assessment and treatment center in Kearny, New Jersey. The reentry treatment program at Talbot Hall consists of individual and group counseling, substance abuse treatment, educational services, vocational training, skills-based trainings, family services, and aftercare/alumni services.

"Talbot Hall taught me that I can be who I want to be, that I could change. Today that spirit is echoed in the City Newark." added Mr. Frazier.

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