Hello, My Name is Rev. Aaron Jamal Ph.D., currently a member of Safer’s Advisory Board that meets at the North Lawndale Adult Transitional Center and CEO of the R.A.T.E.S Foundation as well as Fillmore Christian House of Prayer. I have found that the resources that are needed still within the community for a holistic impact has to focus on more than just the employment and housing needs of the re-entry population. I found that even the adjustments to the employment cultures that we send them to require a great deal of support after employment placement. These men and woman are learning in many cases new life styles that are in contrast to the lifestyles of those that they work along side of. Many are struggling with loneliness issues where they are without the familiar faces of their past but have not developed new relationships that are productive and supportive to their crime free and sober lifestyle. We orchestrate social events and offer forums to develop peer support that helps them in the midst of their midnight challenges as well as helping them to develop better skills in handling triggers that are socially related. We are also committed to promoting other ministries and organizations that are offering meetings and/or events that will assist in providing social outlets for this population.