Reentry Housing

Providing formerly incarcerated individuals the opportunity to gain personal stability through safe, affordable housing.

The Elkhart County Jail Ministry operates eight reentry homes in Elkhart County to provide men and women who have been released from incarceration safe, stable and affordable housing. Life after incarceration can be uncertain, overwhelming and chaotic. The Jail Ministry believes that a stable life begins with stable housing.

We are committed to providing community, opportunities and the necessary resources for people to succeed on their own after incarceration. It is our prayer that, through these homes, people will experience a different kind of community - a Kingdom Community.

Potential occupants are referred to the Jail Ministry for reentry housing by Elkhart County Drug Court, Elkhart County Community Corrections, Michiana Community Corrections, Parole, and Probation.

  • Each home can accommodate either two single men or two single women.
  • Program fees are subsidized based on occupants’ income and expenses. The stability and well-being of our occupants will always take priority over profit.
  • Occupants who work proactively on their mental, physical, spiritual and social health will be supported as they find their way to independent, stable housing.
  • The Elkhart County Jail Ministry, through its Housing Coach, is committed to providing all of the opportunities necessary for our participants to thrive. This includes regular meetings, planning sessions, community partnerships, and emotional/spiritual support/encouragement.

Adopt a Home

Your church can play a vital role in the Jail Ministry by adopting a home!

  • Assist on move-in day
  • Build a relationship with occupants
  • Property maintenance
  • Conflict resolution

Testimonials


"Jail Ministry housing has allowed me to find stability, allowed me to get my daughter back, get a vehicle, get my credit together, pay off my debt, rebuild relationships that I thought were lost, allowed me to sustain my sobriety and further my want to help others the same way they’ve helped me."
~ Kayla


"Jail Ministry housing has helped me with stability, repair relationships that I thought wouldn’t be repaired, and helped me with a support system. Also, it has helped me be able to stand on my own two feet."
~ Morgan


"By keeping my rent affordable, Jail Ministry housing has helped me to save money so I can get into my own place in the near future. It’s helped me to focus on myself by discouraging unhealthy relationships. Overall, this program should be implemented across the U.S."
~ Andrew


Donate Now

The Elkhart County Jail Ministry is able to purchase homes, subsidize rent, and employ a full-time Housing Coach, thanks to your generosity. It is because of you that we are able to offer these services to men and women who are working hard to rebuild their lives after incarceration.

Donate via Paypal

Alternatively, you may mail a check made out to "Elkhart County Jail Ministry" to the following address:

Elkhart County Jail Ministry
26861 County Road 26
Elkhart, Indiana 46517