Located in Flint, Michigan New Paths is a community corrections program established in 1979 to serve as an alternative for jail or prison bound adult males of non-violent nature and offense. Residents of New Paths must adhere to strict supervision and behavior standards, participate in substance abuse therapy or prevention classes, educational programs, and life-skills groups. Referrals are made to service providers as determined by an intake evaluation and assessment.
New Paths has established relationships with over 60 community agencies that provide resources for the residents. In addition, residents of New Paths have provided thousands of community service hours to local schools, churches, organizations, and service agencies.
Work release is permitted at approved work sites, as is participation in job-training programs. Organized recreational activities and field trips are planned on a regular basis.
A two-year follow-up study revealed that New Paths graduates maintain a consistently low level of recidivism, with 85% remaining crime-free following their successful completion of the program.
To become a resident of New Paths, a person must be referred by a Judge or Probation Agent, and must meet specific eligibility requirements (please see Admission Criteria).
** NOTE **
New Paths is not an inpatient treatment program. If an individual requires medically supervised detoxification, he should complete an appropriate treatment program before entering New Paths. New Paths does provide vigorous counseling, as well as referrals for particiapation in numerous outpatient treatment options.
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