CIRCLES OF SUPPORT AND ACCOUNTABILITY | BARRE COMMUNITY JUSTICE CENTER
30 Keith Avenue, Suite One, Barre, VT 05641
Eligibility
Voice - Information & Services
Service area
Barre, Vermont
Cabot, Vermont
Marshfield, Vermont
Washington, Vermont
Williamstown, Vermont
Woodbury, Vermont
Description
Supports the successful re-entry into the community of people released from incarceration through Circles of Support and Accountability (COSAs). COSAs are made up of citizen volunteers who work with participants to help them learn to manage the challenges of everyday life, be accountable for their actions and become responsible community members. Volunteer coordinators may help establish links to employment, housing, transportation, and benefit programs.
Last Assured
04/21/2025
Providing organization
BARRE COMMUNITY JUSTICE CENTER
Barre Restorative Justice Center, a member of the Community Justice Network of Vermont, is a non-profit restorative justice organization that works with citizens, local and state government, and law enforcement agencies to provide restorative responses to crime and conflict. Programs promote restorative practices by increasing community involvement in finding solutions to crime through Reparative Boards, Circles of Support and Accountability, Community Dialogue Facilitations, Safe Driving Program, Conflict Resolution Training, and Family Group Conferencing. The Community Restorative Justice Center provides services to the communities of Barre, Washington, Williamstown, Orange, Plainfield, Cabot, Marshfield, and Woodbury.