Second Chance

"New Beginnings"

Halfway House

    Founded by Mr. Lamont Ingram through the 

Lamont Ingram Developmental Organization (LIDO) for At-Risk Children

©2008

501 (C)3 I.R.S Approved Non-Profit Organization

TDOC Approved Halfway House Provider   

Mission Statement

Second Chance "New Beginnings" Halfway House facilities exist to provide guidance and structure for men seeking rehabilitation and reentry into society. Our program provides this opportunity through mentorship, development of life skills, teaching life skills, learning to cope with anger, Our facilities provide a safe, sober living environment. Second Chance promotes the advancement of growth in physical strength and mental discipline, development of social norms and emotional well-being, community involvement and engaging as better citizens, and understanding of knowledge and gaining of wisdom.

It is our mission to provide structure and unconditional love to all regardless of their personal or religious beliefs.  No one will ever be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, ethnic background, sexual orientation, economic status, or disability. 

introduction

In  2013 Second Chance "New Beginnings" Halfway House was founded by Mr. Lamont Ingram's nonprofit organization the Lamont Ingram Developmental Organization (LIDO) for At-Risk Children. The founding of the transitional living program was the opportunity Mr. Ingram was searching for as a way to improve the community and serve the disadvantanged population. Second Chance serves men who are released from incarceration, those recovering from addiction-related issues, and those who may be homeless due to circumstances beyond their control. Our program promotes a safe, healthy, and sober living enviroment where men have a second chance to learn and practice new skills, explore different, constructive methods of managing life without resulting back to old, maladaptive behaviors and other self-destructive methods. The members of Second Chance strongly feel that every person has value, despite their past, so we strive to provide an experience where men can find life full of purpose and a safe path to succeful reintigration into society. Many members of our community turn their backs on the incarcerated, the addicts, and the homeless. They are considered broken! We at Second Chance believe....

Because even though some may see our residents as "broken", we know...

Sometimes you have to be broken to find your purpose in life, so you can help the next man find his purpose in life too. 

For men who want the opportunity to find their purpose in life, they must simply meet two conditions:

Meet the Criteria for Admission to Second Chance

and

Make the Decision Within Himself to Embrace the Change in Life

Important Note: 

Residency at Second Chance’s facilities and the assistance available is a privilege, not a right, and tenants are expected to respect the privilege of receiving the services offered.

 Program Overview

 Program Focus

Second Chance provides a range of tailored services that address specific community needs and meets or exceeds stringent government regulations associated with residential re-entry facilities. We utilize a highly structured program which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  This structured schedule guides residents to accept responsibility for their own behaviors, both positive and negative. Second Chance uses a very structured approach when dealing with each individual resident’s behavioral and reentry needs, so the resident remains focused in rehabilitation back into society.

Our experience has taught us, that to be effective in the process of reintegration, we need to focus on three critical program areas that have proven to deliver the best results. Each program area employs evidence-based practices and the use of validated risk/needs assessments to reduce recidivism. These areas are...                              

 In-House Groups

Second Chance "New Beginnings" Halfway House requires five (5) in-house, non-treatment groups per day. These are ....

Services Provided

Admission Criteria and Process

Criteria

1. Males only
2. Ages 18 +
3. IQ 70 or higher, under 70 considered on an individual basis
4. Commit to make a change in your life
5. Give your best effort to remain drug and alcohol free
6. Make smart choices to prepare you for a successful reentry in society

Admssion Process

Step One - Complete an Application

• Download the application packet
  • Use link to download Second Chance Application

• Read the application carefully! Fill-in, initial, and sign in the appropriate areas
  • Your initials or signature validates your understanding of the application and its respective sections

• Submit completed application to secondchance731@gmail.com
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered for review

Step Two - Review of Application

• Board of Directors review the application and make a recommendation to the President

• President reviews application and recommendation and makes a final decision

• If approved, a provisional letter of acceptance will be sent to you or your case manger, IPO, release coordinator, or supervsion officer

Step Three - Secure Funding

• The Transition Living Program fees cover 60-days of the following ...
  • Room & Board
  • Utilities (Lights/Water)
  • Cable TV
  • Phone
  • Access to On-Site Washer and Dryer 
  • Program Materials (Books, Paper, Folders, etc,...)

• The 60-Day Transitional Living Program at Second Chance "New Beginnings" Halfway House costs a total of $1700, which includes ...
  • $300 Nonrefundable Deposit
  • $700 First Month Program Fees
  • $700 Second Month Program Fees
  • Total program cost must be paid before arrival at the facility
  • Secures bed space once full amount is paid

• As an approved TDOC halfway house, we are qualified to accept Reentry Housing Program (RHP) funds through a grant provided by the Tennessee Department of Corrections and Tennessee Housing Development Agency. To be approved, you must meet the following criteria ...
  • Be a resident of the state of Tennessee and deemed indigent
  • Be on supervision under the Board of Probation and Parole for a felony conviction -OR- on Community Supervision for Life
  • Agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the RHP program
  • Those approved for RHP funding will be placed on our approved waiting list. Bed placement will be determined by expiration or release date and bed availability. Specialized populations will be given priority.

• Deferring, waiving, or any alteration to the fees must be approved by the President
  • Good cause must be shown for consideration of changes to the fee schedule

Step Four - Submit Documentation

• Submit additional documentation for your program records. This includes...
  • Medical and Mental Health Summary (include prescription lists, food/drug allergies)
  • TB Screening (within the last 12 months)
  • COVID-19 Test (within the last 30 days)
  • COVID-19 Vaccination Records (if applicable)

Step Five - Approval

• Placement on the approved waiting list

• Residents who pay the transitional program fees from their own funds are secured a bed for their arrival date

• Residents who receive RHP funds will be placed on a waiting list and prioritized based on release date.