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What type of support do correctional agencies typically lack the ability to provide?
What type of support do correctional agencies typically lack the ability to provide?
Which federal program is primarily responsible for offering health coverage to the qualifying poor, elderly, and disabled individuals?
Which federal program is primarily responsible for offering health coverage to the qualifying poor, elderly, and disabled individuals?
What issue do many recently released individuals often face regarding their living situations?
What issue do many recently released individuals often face regarding their living situations?
What common challenges do those on probation or parole often face concerning employment?
What common challenges do those on probation or parole often face concerning employment?
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What financial assistance is provided to qualifying elderly and disabled individuals by the Social Security Administration?
What financial assistance is provided to qualifying elderly and disabled individuals by the Social Security Administration?
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Which group of individuals remains underinsured compared to the general population after their release?
Which group of individuals remains underinsured compared to the general population after their release?
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What has been linked to lower rates of recidivism among those on probation or parole?
What has been linked to lower rates of recidivism among those on probation or parole?
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What is one of the main limitations faced by community corrections agencies in addressing the needs of those under supervision?
What is one of the main limitations faced by community corrections agencies in addressing the needs of those under supervision?
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What does parole represent in the context of community supervision?
What does parole represent in the context of community supervision?
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How do courts and community supervision agencies enforce compliance?
How do courts and community supervision agencies enforce compliance?
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In 2018, how many people were estimated to be serving some form of parole or post-release supervision?
In 2018, how many people were estimated to be serving some form of parole or post-release supervision?
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Which federal program primarily provides assistance with child care?
Which federal program primarily provides assistance with child care?
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The average number of standard conditions imposed on those in probation or parole typically exceeds _______.
The average number of standard conditions imposed on those in probation or parole typically exceeds _______.
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What age group do Head Start programs target to promote school readiness?
What age group do Head Start programs target to promote school readiness?
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What is the role of some community supervision agents as viewed by themselves?
What is the role of some community supervision agents as viewed by themselves?
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What type of agencies calculate the amount of child support due?
What type of agencies calculate the amount of child support due?
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Which is considered a top priority for improving services for those under community supervision?
Which is considered a top priority for improving services for those under community supervision?
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What is important for the effectiveness of human services during community supervision?
What is important for the effectiveness of human services during community supervision?
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Which aspect of human services is emphasized for children in need?
Which aspect of human services is emphasized for children in need?
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What is a significant barrier to service delivery mentioned in the context of community supervision?
What is a significant barrier to service delivery mentioned in the context of community supervision?
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At what points is improving access to human services especially critical for individuals on supervision?
At what points is improving access to human services especially critical for individuals on supervision?
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What major federal program is designed to assist with nutritional needs?
What major federal program is designed to assist with nutritional needs?
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Which of the following challenges do people on community supervision face?
Which of the following challenges do people on community supervision face?
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Why are individuals with drug convictions often ineligible for certain benefits?
Why are individuals with drug convictions often ineligible for certain benefits?
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What is a major area of need identified for people on community supervision?
What is a major area of need identified for people on community supervision?
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How do the mortality rates of people on community supervision compare to the general population?
How do the mortality rates of people on community supervision compare to the general population?
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Which of the following is a related morbidity associated with hunger?
Which of the following is a related morbidity associated with hunger?
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What insight does current research provide regarding the human service needs of those on supervision?
What insight does current research provide regarding the human service needs of those on supervision?
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What is a significant issue faced by individuals under community supervision regarding service provision?
What is a significant issue faced by individuals under community supervision regarding service provision?
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What percentage of individuals on probation or parole may face food insecurity?
What percentage of individuals on probation or parole may face food insecurity?
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What can result from jail sanctions for minor rule violations during supervision?
What can result from jail sanctions for minor rule violations during supervision?
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What is indicated by the phrase 'significant service gaps' in the context of community supervision?
What is indicated by the phrase 'significant service gaps' in the context of community supervision?
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Which program is specifically mentioned as restricting public housing based on certain criminal convictions?
Which program is specifically mentioned as restricting public housing based on certain criminal convictions?
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What is a key challenge faced by community supervision agencies due to limited resources?
What is a key challenge faced by community supervision agencies due to limited resources?
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Study Notes
Community Supervision
- In 2016, there were 6.6 million people serving sentences in the United States, with 56% of them on probation.
- More than 878,000 people were under parole or other post-release supervision in 2018.
- Community supervision agencies face numerous challenges in addressing the needs of those under their care, including resource limitations, lack of specialized training, and the sheer breadth of the needs.
- There is widespread disagreement on how agents should respond to the human service needs of individuals on supervision, with differing viewpoints on the role of agents, from social workers and advocates to rule enforcers.
Human Service Needs of People on Community Supervision
- Housing is a major challenge for people on supervision, especially those with incarceration history.
- Many rely on family or friends for housing, and community supervision agencies often lack resources for long-term housing support.
- Federal programs addressing housing needs include: HUD Public Housing Program, HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program, Housing Choice Voucher Program, and Section 8 project-based rental assistance program.
- Food insecurity is a serious problem among people on probation and parole, with studies reporting staggering rates of hunger (70-90%).
- Federal programs tackling food insecurity include: SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families).
- People on community supervision experience higher rates of chronic physical health challenges, including asthma and sexually transmitted diseases, and have significantly higher death rates compared to the general population.
- Federal health programs addressing these needs include: Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
- Employment challenges are widespread, with individuals often lacking education and soft skills necessary for stable employment.
- Access to child care is crucial for people on community supervision to maintain employment and stability; federal programs include state grants (some funded through the Child Care and Development Block Grant Program) and Head Start programs.
- Transportation is essential for accessing services, and lack of access can hinder participation in programs and employment opportunities.
Special Considerations for Serving People on Community Supervision
- There are numerous opportunities for streamlining service delivery, with three key priorities:
- Improving access to human services upon entry to pretrial or probation supervision, and before release to parole.
- Strengthening coordination and collaboration between human service and correctional agencies.
- Providing needed services to individuals with specific needs (e.g., mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence).
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Explore the challenges faced by community supervision agencies and the human service needs of individuals under supervision. This quiz delves into the difficulties surrounding housing, resource limitations, and differing viewpoints on agent roles. Test your knowledge on these critical topics related to community corrections.