Hear from our program participants and their families themselves how VACRO’s work helps make a difference.
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23-year-old Johnny had fallen through the cracks, until our support helped make a difference. Read more
Previously, James was straight back into drugs and bad decisions after prison. This time, things were different. Read more
Our support engaged a young mother with her goals after release – and helped her reunite with her daughter. Read more
After 15 years in prison, Paul needed a helping hand – our case manager was there on his first day out. Read more
Zayne could have been sleeping rough during COVID-19, but our support got him on track to find stable housing. Read more
Our support bridged the barrier of COVID-19 isolation to help Mark find his feet after prison. Read more
How our social enterprise coffee kiosk gave Ahmed the skills and confidence to get his life on track. Read more
How Maddie built a new relationship with her son after he was moved from her prison. Read more
How Luke’s determination kept him away from dangerous old friends and found him a new skill. Read more
How our support got Walt and his grandkids to the prison gate on his daughter’s release day. Read more
Joel lost his identity as a hands-on dad when he went to prison, but family counselling helped him get it back. Read more
How a whole family came together to support their daughter’s successful return home. Read more
How a community bicycle workshop gave Sam the skills and confidence to get his life on track after prison. Read more
"They’re the only memories my daughter has of her dad, and they were happy memories." Read more
Facing homelessness, Keith got his life on track to reunite with his sons. Read more
How a stranger's kindness let Jenny take her life into her own hands. Read more