Sheriff Gregory “Greg” Munks served San Mateo County, California, for almost 10 years, overseeing many law enforcement innovations. In his outreach to the community, Sheriff Greg Munks sat on the board of directors of the Service League of San Mateo County. The league was formed more than 50 years ago to benefit prisoners before and after their release. The nonprofit agency operates several programs for inmates facing the challenges of finding stable housing, maintaining physical and mental health, dealing with legal problems, and staying clean and sober. Recently freed inmates can visit the league’s offices at 727 Middlefield Road in Redwood City between 8 a.m. and 5 p. m. on weekdays to obtain motel vouchers, referrals to homeless shelters, food bags, clothing, and hygiene supplies. Longer-term assistance is also available, such as: - Substance abuse services. Inmates of all gender identities can attend on-site Twelve-Step meetings, relapse prevention teachings, and counseling for groups and individuals. - Other coping services. In addition to addressing drug and alcohol addiction, the Service League organizes other stress-reducing activities, such as knitting, yoga, anger management, and art therapy. - Housing. The league’s Hope Houses provide living spaces for up to 18 adult men. Residents must be working or taking vocational training (or both) and attending Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous meetings. -Religious services. Early in its history, the league began offering worship and fellowship opportunities to inmates of many faiths. It provides free Bibles and Qu’rans, supports five chaplains, and sponsors over 130 worship events per month in the local prison system.
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