IMPACT LIFE — EST. 2020
A Peer-Led Recovery & Reentry Program in New Castle County
Recovery Rooted Reentry is a comprehensive, peer-led initiative supporting justice-involved adults with opioid use disorders through permanent supportive housing, recovery support, workforce development, legal navigation, and community reintegration. This program provides structured, trauma-informed support to help participants rebuild their lives with stability, dignity, and opportunity.
Our Purpose
This initiative provides:
Permanent supportive recovery housing
Structured peer-led recovery support
Life skills training
Workforce development & employment pathways
Legal and system navigation assistance
Housing stays range from 6 months to 2 years and are located in Bear, Delaware, serving residents across New Castle County.
Our Vision
Recovery Rooted Reentry envisions a future where people returning from incarceration are met with dignity, connection, and real opportunities to rebuild their lives.
Through peer-led support and recovery-centered pathways, we aim to create lasting stability, belonging, and hope — so individuals can thrive, contribute to their communities, and remain free from cycles of addiction and incarceration.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
RECOVERY HOUSING
- Permanent supportive recovery housing
- Structured environment focused on stability and accountability
- Community-based living for 10 men and 10 women
PEER SUPPORT
Our peer-led model centers dignity, connection, and lived experience.
- One-on-one support
- Recovery groups
- Mentorship
- Crisis support
- Navigation of treatment, social services, and court commitments
Case Management & Reentry Planning
Case Managers provide:
- Individualized reentry planning
- Care coordination
- Justice-system navigation
- Monitoring of goals and progress
- Connection to medical, mental health, substance use disorder (SUD), and social services
Navigation & Legal Assistance
- Court, probation, and parole navigation
- Pardon & expungement support
- Healthcare navigation and treatment referrals
- Education system navigation
Workforce Development & Employment Assistance
- Specialized workforce groups
- Hands-on trade skills (e.g., landscaping, auto detailing)
- Financial literacy & job readiness training
- Resume building & interview skills
- Employment partnerships
- Career development pathways
Participants engage in structured weekly workforce development programming designed to build real, sustainable employment opportunities.
Community, Stability & Life Skills
- Transportation assistance
- ID and document recovery
- Monthly sober social events
- Family support and engagement
- Pro-social community events
OUR GOALS
Recovery Rooted Reentry is designed to:
Reduce immediate risks during reentry
Strengthen coping skills and recovery supports
Increase employment readiness
Support stable housing
Reduce substance use
Lower rates of reincarceration
Long-term success includes sustained employment or education, stable housing, and community reintegration.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Participants must meet the following criteria:
Men and women ages 18+
Diagnosed with an opioid use disorder
Justice-involved adults reentering the community
Residents of New Castle County
RECOVERY ROOTED REENTRY
ADMISSIONS + CONTACT
To learn more or begin the admissions process:
302-485-0702
admissions@impactlifetoday.org
Serving New Castle County and the State of Delaware.