You are not alone!

Over 1.5 million children have at least one parent in prison. Fathers are most likely to be the imprisoned parent - representing 93% of all imprisoned parents - with children generally living with their mothers.

This situation is stressful for not only the adults, but the children as well.

Children of imprisoned parents may 

★      Suffer from low self-esteem and be an object of teasing.

★      Feel the stress of money problems in the home.

★      Not feel connected to the parent in prison.

What you can do to help your child

★      Involve your son or daughter with trusted adults to build positive relationships.

★      Help your child send letters or drawings to the parent in prison so he or she still feels connected.

★      Encourage your child to talk about his or her feelings.

★      Seek out a positive adult role model for your child.

Contact Numbers 

Family Resources Center, Catholic Community Services (CCS): 463-6180

The Family Resources Center offers support and one-to-one mentoring relationships between children who have a parent in prison and caring and responsible adults who receive specialized training.

Gastineau Human Services: 780-4338

Serves individuals, their families and the community by providing structured re-entry programs for transition from correction facilities.

Big Brothers Big Sisters 586-3350

Big Brothers Big Sisters matches children with a caring adult mentor

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