We Help Mothers Rebuild So Families Can Thrive
Our work centers on helping women move from instability to independence through housing, support, and Christ-centered care.
The Reality Mothers Face After Incarceration
When mothers lack support after incarceration, families remain stuck in cycles of instability.
Reentry is one of the most critical—and most difficult—seasons a mother can face. Without safe housing, guidance, and community, many struggle to provide for their children and move forward. Exodus provides a structured, supportive environment where healing, growth, and independence are possible—creating lasting change for families and future generations.
Why This Work Matters
The resources we offer very often represent the last opportunity for our formerly incarcerated single moms to reclaim their children and their family's future.
We offer ongoing case management and personal mentoring for the women and require them to attend recovery and life skills classes Monday through Friday (in the evenings). Courses include parenting skills, financial literacy, 12-step recovery curriculum, and spiritual development. Children’s programming is planned while our ladies are in their classes. Exodus also provides professional counseling for all of our single moms and school-age children in residence. Our women address past traumas; feelings of failure, hopelessness and alienation; anxiety issues; and importantly, problems in re-establishing the parent/child bond. The kids learn to deal with emotions of guilt, shame and fear; low self-esteem; and various behavioral issues.
How We Help
Transitional Housing
Fully furnished, single-family apartment and all basic living needs at no cost. Participants may keep their furnishings upon graduation from the program.
Personal Mentoring
Residents are personally mentored by loving, caring, godly volunteers in such areas as parenting, life skills, boundaries, and much more.
Child Development
Children have access to pre-school, day-care, after-school programs, and summer camps.
Financial Literacy
We teach residents how to handle finances including family budgeting, financial planning, and banking fundamentals.
Job Preparedness
Residents are equipped for employment with job readiness skills, help with job search and career placement.
Program Completion
After completing the twelve-month program, Exodus Ministries graduates use the skills they have developed to support themselves and their children.
FAQS
-
Exodus serves formerly incarcerated single mothers who are committed to rebuilding stability for themselves and their children. Eligibility is determined through an application and screening process that considers legal history, family situation, and readiness for a structured residential program.
-
The residential program lasts 12 months, allowing mothers and children to establish stability, develop new habits, and prepare for independent living beyond Exodus. Eligible graduates of Year 1 may qualify for Phase II, a second year in the program.
-
Yes. Each family lives in a fully furnished, private apartment on the Exodus property at no cost during the program. Housing is a foundational part of the support we provide.
-
Yes. Exodus is a family-centered program. Mothers live on property with their children, and the program helps families reunite and rebuild their lives together.
-
Residents receive housing, individualized case management, professional counseling for mothers and children, recovery support, financial literacy and life skills training, parenting education, spiritual formation, children’s programming, and the support of a strong community throughout the program.
-
Yes. Exodus is a Christ-centered organization. Faith informs our approach to recovery, relationships, and restoration. Participation in the community reflects this foundation while maintaining a respectful and supportive environment.
-
Residents are expected to fully engage in the program, attend required classes and meetings, follow community guidelines, and actively work toward personal and family stability. Accountability and consistency are key components of growth at Exodus.
-
Women can apply through the application on our website or via referrals from community partners. Each application is reviewed individually.
-
Graduation marks a transition, not an ending. Exodus maintains relationships with graduates through continued support, alumni connections, and community engagement as families move forward.
Mom, you don’t have to do this alone.
Find safety, community, and the support to reclaim your life and your family.
Through volunteering or financial support, you can help cultivate healing relationships that create lasting transformation for families rebuilding after incarceration.
Transformation Happens in Community.
Ready to help break cycles of incarceration and strengthen families with new paths forward?
Through volunteering or financial support, you can help cultivate healing relationships that create lasting transformation for families rebuilding after incarceration.
