Transition / Re-Entry
Transition is the release planning process all inmates will go through and includes the continuation of services from the institution to the community. The goal of transition is to increase public safety and reduce recidivism by developing a release plan that best fits the inmate’s needs. This is achieved through the prioritized provision and coordination of services necessary to facilitate a seamless transition of an offender from an institution to the community. This process starts when the individual enters the institution and continues when they are released under supervision.
Release planning includes several aspects such as treatment, housing, supervision, employment, health care, and other services. By assessing the individual’s risk for recidivism and treatment needs, a comprehensive release plan will be developed. By assessing each individual’s risk to the community and establishing services based on identified needs, those with the highest risk will receive the highest level of services. Establishing services to address the inmates identified needs in the community is a collaborative effort between state and local agencies.
Inmates identified as high risk/special needs will have Enhanced Case Management. This includes additional release consultation, referrals, assistance with barriers to successful community transition, and additional case planning to address special needs and the individual’s risk. Enhanced Case Management also involves coordination with staff from the Institutions and Field Services working together on establishing a release plan. Addressing the inmate’s needs through programming and services while in the Institution and continuing these services upon release will enhance the offender’s likelihood of success.
Below are links to several websites and resources to assist both our department staff and offenders in release and transition planning.
Resource Manual Employment Tools
Veterans Resources Housing Resources
Education and Training Additional Resources
Family and Home Services
Traumatic Brain Injury Information
Medical - Mental Health - Substance Abuse
Disabilities and Senior Services
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Who to Contact For More Information
Field Services Division of Reentry:
- Robert S. Doty
- Community Based Program Manager
- Wyoming Department of Corrections, 1934 Wyott Drive, Suite 100, Cheyenne, WY 82002
- Phone: 307.777.6147
- Email: rdoty@wdoc.state.wy.us
Prison Division of Reentry:
- Christy Hahn
- Reentry Coordinator
- Wyoming Department of Corrections, 1934 Wyott Drive, Suite 100, Cheyenne, WY 82002
- Phone: 307.777.3775
- Email: chahn@wdoc.state.wy.us