“It really made me want to get a head start on planning and preparing for raising a child … I really want to change my own way to living.”
“It showed me how much more important family is over streetlife. It was very touching emotionally, and made me look at things differently.”
“I am at a loss for words when I think of how much the time with my son meant to me … Wow, it soothes my soul just to be able to be a part of this special program.”
REAL Dads coaches incarcerated fathers and fathers who want a stronger relationship with their children to have Responsible, Empowered, Available and Loving relationships with their families.
Do you want to…
- Reconnect with your children?
- Learn skills to improve your relationship with family members?
- Talk to someone who can relate?
- Get connected to resources?
Who can participate in REAL Dads:
- Fathers who are incarcerated at the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail
- Or, fathers living in Charlottesville or Albemarle who desire fatherhood coaching
What to expect from REAL Dads:
- At the Regional Jail, a group meets and offers a safe space for open discussion about fatherhood.
- In the community, fathers receive 1:1 mentoring and support while they discuss fatherhood and set goals.
How to Connect:
- Fathers currently in the Albemarle/Charlottesville Regional Jail can self-refer to the program. Participation is approved by the Jail Program Director.
- Fathers living in the community can provide their information via our online referral system (see sidebar) and we will reach out to you!
- Or, call us at (434) 296-4118
- Or, e-mail us at [email protected]
