How It Works
The Process
Six steps from application to stability
01
Apply
Complete the save-and-return reentry application. You receive an application number.
02
Book your intake
Schedule your Reentry intake appointment. An appointment does not guarantee services.
03
Needs assessment
A coordinator reviews your needs, eligibility and program availability.
04
Action plan
Together you build a reentry action plan with goals, referrals and follow-ups.
05
Services and referrals
Connect to housing, employment, training, behavioral-health and recovery supports.
06
Long-term stability
Follow-up, retention support and continued navigation toward your goals.
Reentry Roadmap
Six phases of reentry
Phase 1
Immediate Stabilization
- •Safe release destination
- •Identification
- •Food
- •Clothing
- •Medication access
- •Transportation
- •Emergency shelter
- •Phone and communication
- •Immediate safety needs
Phase 2
Documents and Benefits
- •State identification
- •Birth certificate
- •Social Security card
- •Medicaid
- •SNAP
- •Disability-benefit referrals
- •Veterans resources
- •Banking access
Phase 3
Health and Recovery
- •Primary care
- •Behavioral-health screening
- •Therapy referral
- •Substance-use treatment
- •Medication coordination
- •Peer support
- •Recovery housing
Phase 4
Housing
- •Shelter
- •Transitional housing
- •Supportive housing
- •Rapid rehousing
- •Rental applications
- •Housing documents
- •Landlord navigation
- •Housing-retention planning
Phase 5
Employment and Training
- •Career assessment
- •Resume
- •Interview preparation
- •Work clothing
- •Transportation
- •Training
- •Employer matching
- •Retention support
Phase 6
Long-Term Stability
- •Budgeting
- •Credit education
- •Family relationships
- •Community support
- •Continued healthcare
- •Legal compliance
- •Career advancement
- •Permanent housing
- •Personal goals
COCAS does not guarantee release, housing, shelter, employment, a wage, apprenticeship, certification, transportation, benefits, record restriction or expungement, a legal result, treatment placement, family reunification or admission to every program.
COCAS provides reentry screening, planning, supportive services, navigation, training connections, referrals and follow-up based on eligibility, location and program availability.