Pathways Home
Ollie was referred to Pathways Home when he had about five months of his sentence left to serve. From the outset he was a reliable and punctual client, bringing something to every video meeting with his Transition Worker. He would discuss a book he was reading, thoughts he has had and ideas for his future.
Ollie had issues to deal with at home. His mother is disabled and his sister had a disruptive relationship with her boyfriend. The family relied on Ollie as peacemaker. While he was incarcerated, fulfilling this role was very difficult. He could speak to his mother on weekends and give some advice as best he could, but being unable to help more was a cause of anguish for him.
Nonetheless Ollie kept up his positive attitude. He came to one meeting with a plan that he wanted to begin an apprenticeship when he was released. His Transition Worker began to investigate how Ollie could go about applying for an apprenticeship. Ollie was supported to write a cover letter, and soon obtained employment while working towards an apprenticeship.
On his release, the situation with his sister and her boyfriend became more volatile.
The Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) became involved. The department believed that Ollie’s sister was in danger and asked him to sign a safety plan. This made Ollie anxious as he thought it could affect his parole. The CRC worker contacted a lawyer and got Ollie some legal advice on how to navigate the situation.
Ollie has been working to get his life back in order. He has engaged in counselling and joined a local martial arts group, which is helping him abstain from substance use. He is fixing up a caravan in the back yard of his mother’s home so he can have his own living space. Ollie is doing everything he can to get on a new path in his life.
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