Reentry Resources in Virginia (2025 Directory)
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Overview
Virginia’s reentry structure blends state leadership from the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) with strong local reentry councils and community-based service providers. Transitional housing options include state-supported reentry programs, faith-based housing, and nonprofit community stabilization services. Workforce support flows through Virginia Career Works and correctional education programs offering training in trades, CDL prep, and industry-recognized credentials. Many localities run reentry navigators to help with benefits access, employment, and stabilization needs. Record-sealing and expungement eligibility expanded under recent reforms, but court processes vary by jurisdiction and documentation is required. Access to treatment, peer recovery support, and transportation is strongest in urban areas, while rural regions rely heavily on nonprofit partners and probation/parole coordination.
Housing Assistance
| Program / Organization | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Bridges to Independence – Reentry Housing (Arlington / Northern VA) | Transitional housing and case-management support for individuals and families impacted by incarceration, including rapid reentry stabilization. | Visit |
| OAR of Arlington, Alexandria & Falls Church (Reentry Housing Support) | Reentry support including housing assistance, case management, employment help, and stabilization services for individuals returning from incarceration. | Visit |
| VA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services | State-recognized certification and oversight for recovery and reentry housing providers; ensures approved operators meet safety and program standards. | Visit |
Job & Employer Programs
| Program / Organization | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Career Works | Job centers, apprenticeship pathways, hiring fairs, and reentry-friendly employer programs; bonding and WOTC assistance. | Visit |
| REAL LIFE (Richmond) – Reentry Workforce & Life Skills | Employment pipelines, job readiness training, certifications, and case-management for individuals returning from incarceration; Richmond-based with statewide referrals. | Visit |
| Goodwill of Central & Coastal Virginia – Reentry Workforce Programs | Paid transitional work, employer partnerships, and job placement support tailored for justice-involved job seekers in Central & Coastal Virginia. | Visit |
Legal Help & Record Clearing
| Organization | Services | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Courts – Expungement & Record Sealing | Official eligibility rules, forms, and instructions for expungement and record sealing. | Visit |
| Virginia Legal Aid – Reentry & Civil Help | Free or low-cost legal clinics for housing, employment rights, public benefits, ID help, and criminal record sealing resources. | Visit |
| Legal Aid Justice Center (LAJC) | Civil legal aid for housing, employment justice, ID issues, immigration, and barriers for formerly incarcerated people. | Visit |
Credit & Financial Support
| Program | Focus | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Bank On (Virginia) | Safe checking options (no overdraft fees), credit-builder tools, and banking access support. | Visit |
| Apprisen – Virginia Credit Counseling | Budgeting help, debt management programs (DMP), and credit-building guidance; nonprofit financial counseling. | Visit |
| Britepaths – Financial Empowerment | Financial Coaching, Mentoring and Workshops Workforce Development Coaching, Mentoring, Training and Workshops. | Visit |