Your papers will be graded based on
the following: Your understanding of the individual’s needs during the
reentry process. Use research to back this up.
Rubric:
Concerns:
Clear statement of potential issues that may
face your individual when they return to the community with at least 3
citations to back up your concerns.
Prompt:
Marty is a 70-year-old Native
American man who is returning home after a 38-year bid. He was sentenced for a
homicide that occurred during an armed robbery. He is worried about returning
to the community. His parents died while he was incarcerated, and he is
estranged from his sister. While incarcerated, Marty has struggled with
substance abuse. He finds that he is more likely to use it during periods of
intense stress when he feels out of control. Marty has been diagnosed with
bipolar disorder and also experiences high levels of anxiety. He also had a
heart attack five years ago and requires medication. Marty has become an
important person inside. He served as an informal liaison between the prison
administration and the incarcerated men and helped in the prison GED program.
What concerns do you have about Marty’s reentry
and reintegration? Mark is returning to your community