Compassion for Lives works in the Shreveport–Bossier community with people returning from incarceration, veterans, at-risk youth, and families rebuilding stability — carrying the same practical support facilities start before release into the days and months that follow.
These local programs are the follow-through behind the reentry model: support for stability, skills, work, recovery, and family life after custody.
Life-skills education — anger management, communication, coping, and parenting — plus Living in Balance, an evidence-based, cognitive-behavioral substance-abuse curriculum focused on relapse prevention.
Focus: at-risk youth & adults building coping and communication skills.
One-on-one mentoring for men returning from incarceration, transitional housing through local housing and recovery partners, and connections to local education — walking with people as they re-enter the community.
Online GED and HiSET classes with a live instructor, career assessments, and hands-on help navigating financial aid — so learning actually leads somewhere.
Ready to start? Contact us to register for GED training through our education program.
The soft skills employers actually hire for: communication, professionalism, timeliness, and working well with supervisors and coworkers — the difference between getting a job and keeping one.
For: anyone preparing to enter or return to the workforce.
Our Parent Support Program strengthens parenting skills and connects families to Medicaid and SNAP application help — so households have the stability and resources they need to thrive.
For: parents and families rebuilding a strong home.
Facilities can prepare people before release, but stability is built in the days and months that follow. Our local programs help participants connect to practical next steps after custody.
We listen for urgent barriers like housing, documents, transportation, benefits, recovery support, or family pressure.
The right starting point might be mentoring, online GED and HiSET classes with a live instructor, job readiness, parenting support, or another referral.
The work continues through check-ins, classes, partner connections, and practical encouragement when the process gets hard.
Our team teaches, mentors, counsels, and connects participants to practical next steps in Northwest Louisiana.
More than a decade in reentry programming, program administration, and criminal-justice work. A former Criminal Justice assistant professor, she has managed federally funded reentry programs and built the partnerships behind Compassion for Lives.
A licensed counselor and clinical social worker with 10+ years across mental health, social services, and the justice system. She has delivered substance-abuse education, career readiness, and reentry preparation in correctional settings.
Teaches online GED and HiSET classes with live instruction in literacy, math, science, and social studies, with individualized support that helps participants clear educational barriers and earn a credential that opens doors.
Runs job-readiness and workforce development — résumé building, interview prep, workplace coaching, and the soft skills that help people find, keep, and grow in good jobs.
Classes, graduations, and community events across Northwest Louisiana.
Whether you have an hour, a dollar, or someone who needs help — there's a place for you here.
Share the gift of being you. Walk alongside a man returning to the community and help him find his footing.
Mentor with usYour donation funds housing, classes, and the everyday support that helps people rebuild and stay on track.
DonateA community referral, a family member, or yourself — reaching out is the first step forward. We'll take it from there.
Start a referralThe support people need after release cannot happen on paper only. Volunteers, employers, agencies, churches, and service partners help turn a release plan into real stability.
Use the contact form to explain what kind of help is needed and who needs to be connected.
Support can look like mentoring, classroom help, supplies, financial gifts, or opening doors in the community.
Partnerships help participants move from a program plan into real opportunities, stable routines, and a stronger support network.
Program support works best when facilities, agencies, recovery groups, educators, employers, and service partners move in the same direction.
City of Shreveport
Caddo Juvenile Justice
City of Bossier
Bossier Parish Maximum Jail
Common Ground
New Day Recovery
Christian ServicesReach out about our programs, becoming a mentor, or getting help for yourself or someone you love. We're here.