PONTIAC, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) – A program aimed at reducing recidivism and keeping people out of jail or prison has expanded to Oakland County.
The Flip the Script program of Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit has a new location in Pontiac. The program is for people ages 16-39 years old, and it addresses the needs of people at risk by offering career training, skills trade development, GED prep, and more.
Jamal Clemons is trying to overcome a rocky past by joining the Flip the Script program.
“I been in jail … approximately 15 to 20 times,” said Clemons.
What do you think keeps leading him back?
“Most of the time, me being homeless, trying to figure out a way for myself, trying to figure out a way I’m going to eat. Trying to take care of my family,” Clemons explained.
He said growing up without a traditional family was also what started him down the road to jail and trouble in the streets.