Stanislaus County Reentry Services

If you have served time in a California state prison and live in Stanislaus County, come see us at our office at the United Way in Modesto! Depending on your situation, we may be able to help with job searches or housing.

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Friends Outside at United Way
422 McHenry Avenue
Modesto, CA 95354

(209) 486-0473

By appointment only. Please call first.

What we can help with

You'll meet with a care manager who will look at your needs and background, then give you a menu of services you qualify for.

Here are some examples.

  • Get help getting important documents like your driver's license, birth certificate or Social Security card.
  • Get job leads and help with your resume and interview skills.
  • Ask us about referrals to local colleges or trade schools to jumpstart your career.
  • In some cases, get rental assistance to move into an apartment (eligibility rules apply).

Coming soon to Modesto

  • Coming soon

    Classes with certificates

    Job readiness, conflict resolution, substance use, positive parenting, financial literacy and tenants' rights. When you finish a class, you'll get a certificate to share with your Probation or Parole Officer, the court or other agencies.

  • Coming soon

    Fresh Success

    For CalFresh members: job search help, classes, and access to local colleges, trade schools or GED programs.

How to get started

  1. Call for an appointment

    Call (209) 486-0473, or use the secure intake form and we'll call you.

  2. Meet your care manager

    They'll ask about your needs and background.

  3. Choose your services

    Pick from the menu of services you qualify for, and your care manager helps you get started.

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Stanislaus County (by appointment)
422 McHenry Avenue
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 486-0473

Mail: P.O. Box 4085, Stockton, CA 95204

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