May 1, 2009
Program Helps Female Parolees Stay Out of Prison
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is holding its first graduation for female parolees from the Female Residential Multi-Service Center (FRMSC) in Sacramento. The FRMSC is the first of its kind in California and provides gender specific programs and services for female parolees.
The FRMSC opened its doors on April 28, 2008 in a residential area of Sacramento. Bridges Professional Treatment Services is the contract provider and with the help of CDCR staff has been helping women who suffer from trauma and substance abuse issues.
"This program gets to the heart of why women fail on parole," said CDCR Secretary Matthew Cate. "This new approach is part of the overall strategy to provide rehabilitative services that address the specific needs of female offenders throughout incarceration and parole…"
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