Initiatives by the CARE Network to help ex-offenders reintegrate into society include:
Case Management Framework
The Case Management Framework was initiated in March 2001 to ensure continuity in an inmate’s rehabilitative process before and after he is released.
The service involves:
- Assessing an inmate’s individual needs.
- Identifying appropriate services that meet his needs.
- Developing a comprehensive plan of service tailored to the individual.
- Advocating the client’s access to and use of services.
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of delivery of services.
The service is delivered by full-time Aftercare Case Managers (ACMs) from the Singapore After-Care Association (SACA) and Singapore Anti-Narcotics Association (SANA), which start to see inmates two months ahead of their release and continue for six months afterwards.
Lee Foundation Education Assistance Scheme
The scheme provides financial assistance to ex-offenders in their academic pursuits and was launched on 27 September 2003. The Foundation aims to provide opportunities for ex-offenders who are needy and would like to continue with their studies.
It contributed $100,000 towards the scheme, which is currently administered by SACA.
Professionalism In The Aftercare Sector
Building the aftercare sector is necessary for raising the level of expertise to ensure that services are deliverd in a professional and ethical way. In 2006, the Core Competencies Of Aftercare Case Managers and the Training Roadmap was developed. The Best Practice Guidelines and Work Process System were also developed with support from the National council of Social Service. These initiatives help aftercare professionals identify and develop core skills needed to serve the clients.