From CBS 2 Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Leaving prison may sound like the end of a sentence. But for many, it’s only the beginning of a new struggle.
Formerly incarcerated individuals say life after incarceration is filled with hurdles, from securing housing to finding work and adjusting to a world that’s changed dramatically.
In this special report, we explore what reentry really looks like for Iowans trying to break free from the cycle of incarceration—and why serving time is often just the first challenge.
“The Hurricane of Reentry”
“A good friend of mine, who did 24 years in Iowa prisons, describes reentry as a hurricane,” Mike Cervantes said. “Because you have dozens and dozens of things hitting you all at once and you have to take care of them all. Otherwise, you're in trouble.” Continue reading >>>
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