An innovative resource center that helps individuals who have been involved in the
criminal justice system navigate through barriers to become law abiding, contributing
members of their families and their communities
Services offered at North Star Neighborhood Reentry Resource Center (NRRC)
Individuals interested in using North Star services will receive a free membership which provides access at no cost to many services and reentry resources in the community including:
Jobs Classes/Employment Services
Computer training labs
GED classes
AA, NA, Al-Anon, HA meetings
Anger management classes
Faith-based programming
Vouchers for state IDs and birth certificates
Free, personal voice mail service
Public transportation information
Life Skills classes
Free healthcare clinics and screenings
Food stamp sign up
Medicaid enrollment/health coverage
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Senior benefits and benefits for children
College counseling and student financial aid
Community Clothes Closet
Parenting and Family Reconnection Programs
Family Matters support groups for family members and friends affected by addiction
North Star hosts Resource Fairs that give the community access to free health and dental screenings, free bus passes, fresh produce, giveaways, and information from many social service agencies.
Who can access the services?
North Star NRRC is available to the public including:
Cuyahoga County residents who were formerly incarcerated in prison (and their family and friends)
Cuyahoga County residents who are currently or were previously involved in the criminal justice system (and their family and friends)
Those interested should call or visit during open hours.