When Sharon is released from jail, she tries to pull herself and her partner Terry away from their old bad habits. Will she succeed?

Writer/Director: Nikol Hasler
“Sharon”: Brandice Brenning
“Terry”: Stefan Rollins

Read more about the episode in this interview with Writer/Director Nikol Hasler.

Resources for people who have been convicted of a crime and/or struggle with addiction

While meth addiction is touched on in this episode, there are other deep issues that are explored – including the discrimination people who have been convicted of a crime face when they exit incarceration. Finding employment with a record, avoiding the people and places that will trigger a relapse, and proving to society at large that they are dedicated to improving their lives are all difficulties they face.

But there are resources that can help:

• Workforce development program for ex offenders
• Finding a Job with a Record
• Tips for Avoiding Probation Violation
• FAQs About Probation
• Support For Female Re-entry
• Women’s Prisons Association housing toolkit
• Resources for people leaving jail or prison in New Jersey
• Resources for ex-felons in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New Mexico, North Carolina, New York, and Stockbridge
• Resources for ex-felons in Chicago, Illinois

Other important information:

• How to Leave Co-dependent Relationships
• Meth Take Action Center
• Help Substance Abuse and Addiction
• Getting Help with Drug Addiction
• Getting Help with Meth Addiction

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