Professional resources

I was recently introduced to a lady who works as a counselor through our school district to provide support to children whose parents are incarcerated or in and out of jail. My nephew's school teacher had learned about her and new of our situation. She talked to the Principal who contacted the counselor at the school district.

I met with this counselor about a week ago in the Principal's office. She talked with me about our situation and told me what they could offer by way of help for these kids in our care. Before our meeting was over I had found a valuable resource.

This lady had the experience of working with prisoners and the training to understand what is best for the kids. I found that she could truly understand what we are going through.

I was told that she would be there for me as well as for the kids. She added that they have an entire network of people who can work with these kids.

At the end of our interview I wanted to hug her for all its worth. It was as if a major burden had been lifted. I finally had someone to turn to who could answer questions that had yet to be answered. There was light at the end of the tunnel.