Programs Built for Real Lives
Every program at TLH is designed around the real barriers individuals face when rebuilding after incarceration. We meet you where you are and walk with you toward where you want to be.
Comprehensive Reentry Support
TLH Nonprofit provides a full spectrum of reentry and life-stabilization services throughout the SouthCoast and South Shore of Massachusetts. Our programs address housing, employment, transportation, wellness, and the human need for connection and mentorship.
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Ride2Work / Transportation Support
Getting there shouldn't be the barrier.
Learn moreDriver's License Reinstatement Support
Reclaim your independence on the road.
Learn moreWelcome Home Packages
Starting fresh with dignity.
Learn moreHousing Support & Resource Navigation
Safe, stable housing is the foundation of everything.
Learn moreEmployment Readiness & Support
Every person deserves a fair chance to work.
Learn moreMental & Physical Wellness
Whole-person health for a whole new chapter.
Learn more90-Day Gym Support
Building strength, inside and out.
Learn moreSubstance Use Recovery Support
Recovery is possible. You don't have to walk it alone.
Learn moreEducation & Vocational Training
Knowledge opens doors that records can't close.
Learn moreEntrepreneurship Support
Build something of your own.
Learn moreCredit Restoration & Financial Resource Connections
Building a financial foundation for the future.
Learn moreCommunication & Life Skills
The skills that make everything else possible.
Learn moreA Safe & Supportive Space
You are welcome here, exactly as you are.
Learn moreRide2Work / Transportation Support
Getting there shouldn't be the barrier.
Transportation assistance to help participants overcome barriers to getting to work and maintaining employment.
What We Provide
- Direct transportation assistance for work and critical appointments
- MBTA and regional transit navigation support
- Connections to transportation assistance programs and resources
Who Can Apply
Open to individuals in the SouthCoast and South Shore of Massachusetts who face transportation barriers. No referral required.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly or submit our Get Help form. Transportation needs are assessed during intake.
Driver's License Reinstatement Support
Reclaim your independence on the road.
Guidance through the reinstatement process and potential assistance with eligible fees, based on an individual review and available funding.
What We Provide
- Step-by-step guidance through the RMV reinstatement process
- Potential assistance with eligible reinstatement fees based on available funding
- Referrals to legal aid and community resources
Who Can Apply
Reviewed individually. Fee assistance depends on available funding. Contact us to discuss your situation.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly or submit our Get Help form to begin an individual review.
Welcome Home Packages
Starting fresh with dignity.
Essential personal care items and basic necessities to support individuals transitioning back into the community.
What We Provide
- Personal hygiene and care items
- Clothing essentials and undergarments
- Journal and words of encouragement
- Daily essentials to support a fresh start
Who Can Apply
Available to individuals transitioning back into the community. Subject to available inventory.
How to Get Started
Request a Welcome Home Package through our Get Help form or by contacting us directly.
Housing Support & Resource Navigation
Safe, stable housing is the foundation of everything.
Help identifying housing opportunities, community resources, and referrals that support a stable living situation.
What We Provide
- One-on-one housing navigation and application support
- Connections to transitional and emergency housing programs
- Referrals to housing voucher and subsidy programs
- Support navigating landlord screening and background check challenges
Who Can Apply
Open to individuals who have been incarcerated and are seeking housing in the SouthCoast or South Shore of Massachusetts. No referral required.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly by phone, email, or through our Get Help form. A team member will reach out within 48 hours.
Employment Readiness & Support
Every person deserves a fair chance to work.
Guidance with job searches, résumés, interview preparation, work essentials, and connections to employment resources.
What We Provide
- Resume writing and professional document preparation
- Interview coaching and practice sessions
- Job search support and fair-chance employer connections
- Assistance with work essentials and professional attire
- Referrals to workforce development and vocational training programs
Who Can Apply
Open to individuals with a criminal record who are seeking employment in Massachusetts. No referral required.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly or submit our Get Help form. We'll schedule a one-on-one session to assess your goals and build a plan.
Mental & Physical Wellness
Whole-person health for a whole new chapter.
Connections to mental health services, physical wellness resources, and supportive community relationships.
What We Provide
- Referrals to mental health counseling and therapy services
- Connections to physical wellness and healthcare resources
- Supportive community relationships and peer connection
- Crisis support and warm handoffs to community partners
Who Can Apply
Open to all individuals served by TLH. Wellness support is integrated into all program services.
How to Get Started
Wellness support begins at intake. Contact us or submit our Get Help form to get started.
90-Day Gym Support
Building strength, inside and out.
Access to a 90-day gym opportunity, subject to availability, to encourage healthy routines and personal well-being.
What We Provide
- 90-day gym access opportunity, subject to availability
- Encouragement toward building consistent healthy routines
- Connection to physical wellness as part of overall reentry support
Who Can Apply
Subject to availability and individual review. Contact TLH to learn about current opportunities.
How to Get Started
Ask about gym support during your intake consultation or through our Get Help form.
Substance Use Recovery Support
Recovery is possible. You don't have to walk it alone.
Encouragement, resource navigation, and referrals to recovery services and community partners.
What We Provide
- Encouragement and peer support throughout the recovery journey
- Resource navigation and referrals to recovery programs
- Connections to community partners and treatment services
- Future eligibility review for individuals earlier in recovery
Who Can Apply
TLH requires six months of sobriety to qualify for direct program assistance. Individuals earlier in recovery may contact us for guidance, referrals, and a future eligibility review.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly to discuss your situation and explore available support.
Education & Vocational Training
Knowledge opens doors that records can't close.
Connections to GED programs, college opportunities, vocational education, and skills training.
What We Provide
- Referrals to GED and adult education programs
- Connections to college access and enrollment resources
- Vocational education and trade skills training referrals
- Guidance navigating financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Who Can Apply
Open to all individuals served by TLH. No referral required.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly or submit our Get Help form to discuss your educational goals.
Entrepreneurship Support
Build something of your own.
Guidance and resource connections for participants interested in starting a business and building independence.
What We Provide
- Guidance on business planning and startup steps
- Connections to small business development resources
- Referrals to microenterprise and entrepreneurship programs
- Encouragement and peer support for aspiring entrepreneurs
Who Can Apply
Open to all individuals served by TLH who are interested in entrepreneurship. No referral required.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly or submit our Get Help form to discuss your business goals.
Credit Restoration & Financial Resource Connections
Building a financial foundation for the future.
Connections to credit education and resources that help participants work toward financial stability.
What We Provide
- Connections to credit education workshops and resources
- Referrals to financial counseling and coaching services
- Guidance on building or rebuilding credit history
- Connections to banking access and financial literacy programs
Who Can Apply
Open to all individuals served by TLH. No referral required.
How to Get Started
Contact TLH directly or submit our Get Help form to discuss your financial goals.
Communication & Life Skills
The skills that make everything else possible.
Support developing communication, goal-setting, decision-making, and everyday skills.
What We Provide
- Communication and interpersonal skills development
- Goal-setting and decision-making support
- Everyday life skills coaching and guidance
- Workshops and peer learning opportunities
Who Can Apply
Open to all individuals served by TLH. Life skills support is integrated into all program services.
How to Get Started
Life skills support begins at intake. Contact us or submit our Get Help form to get started.
A Safe & Supportive Space
You are welcome here, exactly as you are.
A welcoming environment where participants can feel heard, identify goals, and receive encouragement without judgment.
What We Provide
- A judgment-free space to share your story and identify your goals
- Consistent encouragement and compassionate support
- Connection to TLH staff and peer community
- Ongoing check-ins and long-term relationship building
Who Can Apply
Open to all individuals served by TLH.
How to Get Started
Reach out to TLH by phone, email, or through our Get Help form. We're here.
Who Can Apply
TLH primarily serves adults impacted by incarceration who are returning to or rebuilding their lives in the community, with a focus on the SouthCoast and South Shore of Massachusetts, including Bristol and Plymouth counties.
If you need support with transportation, employment, identification of housing resources, wellness, education, or other reentry barriers, we encourage you to contact us for an intake consultation.
Eligibility & Availability
Eligibility is reviewed individually and may vary by program. Services and financial assistance depend on available funding, resources, and community partnerships. Submitting an intake form does not guarantee approval or financial assistance.
For individuals in substance use recovery, TLH requires six months of sobriety to qualify for direct program assistance. Individuals earlier in recovery may contact us for guidance, referrals, and a future eligibility review.
Ready to Get Started?
All TLH programs are free, confidential, and available without a referral. Reach out today — our team is ready to listen and help you find a way forward.