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The Shelby County Office of Re-Entry is a community agency dedicated to the needs of returning citizens with the support of the State of Tennessee (TDOC Commissioner), and Shelby County Government (Mayor's Administration). The Office of Reentry provides essential reentry resources in one place.

The ultimate goals of the Office of Re-Entry are:

To help reduce recidivism by connecting ex-offenders with resources, fulfilling their social and emotional needs, and by helping them become job-ready.

Provide programs and support in an effort to assist our clients in gaining self-sufficiency and reduce the desire to re-offend.

"My prayer is that my journey provides the hope and inspiration that is necessary to help someone keep grinding. NOTHING is impossible." - Director DeAndre Brown

About Director DeAndre Brown

DeAndre’s work in reentry began when he founded LIFEline to Success in 2009. He found his own reentry, after 25 months in state and federal prison, to be exceedingly difficult and cluttered with obstacles. Instead of complaining about the problem, DeAndre and his wife, Vinessa, decided to begin an organization dedicated solely to streamlining the reentry process and advocating for justice.

Director Brown was appointed by Mayor Lee Harris to serve as the Director of the Shelby County Office of Re-Entry in August 2021.

DeAndre and his wife, Vinessa have 8 children and two grandchildren. He is the Pastor of LifeLine to a Dying World Ministries.

Read Director Brown's full bio here.

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Voting Rights Restoration
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Substance Abuse Classes
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Who qualifies for the Shelby County Office of Reentry services?

Anyone who has been or is justice involved. This includes current charges, conviction, parole supervision, completed time-served, probation, etc. There is no limit on the number of prior convictions or charges.
What types of employment opportunities are available?

Although the Shelby County Office of Reentry is not a job placement agency, we provide services (through in-house and community partners) for job readiness skills and preparation. At any time while an individual is a participant at the Shelby County Office of Reentry, they will be considered for job opportunities, as they become available, based on skills, education, and work experience.
Am I guaranteed employment?

Although it is our goal to help our clients find employment, it is not guaranteed. We provide many job readiness resources that will help you become more competitive in your job search.
Will the nature of my offense keep me from being considered for training?

No. Our staff will work with each participant to help them determine which training best meets their personal need by creating a Success/Goal Plan.
Would violation of probation exclude me from eligible services at the Shelby County Office of Reentry?

No. The Shelby County Office of Reentry is focused on providing services to those who need them - regardless of their status in the criminal justice system.
Must I reside in Shelby County to qualify for services?

No. You may be a resident of Shelby County, Fayette County, or Tipton County.
What do I have to do to become a participant?

If you are currently incarcerated and will be released to Shelby County, contact your Program Administrator for the facility and inquire about the Shelby County Office of Reentry. If you are not currently in custody (no time limit), call the office at (901) 222-4550 or visit us at 1362 Mississippi Blvd., Memphis, TN 38106 during the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
What if I need transportation assistance?

Clients will have access to transportation assistance for medical and employment related appointments and on an as-needed basis by the assigned case manager.

Eligibility to participate in the Office of Re-Entry’s services includes the following:

Must be justice-involved
May be recommended as Condition of Probation/Parole
Can be referred to as a judicial diversion by a judge
Resident in Shelby, Fayette, or Tipton County, TN

"It’s No doubt in my mind that The Shelby County Office of Reentry really worked with, and for me. Treated me like Family, gave me the Boost that I needed to move forward."

- Christopher M.

Who qualifies for the Shelby County Office of Reentry services?

Anyone who has been or is justice involved. This includes current charges, conviction, parole supervision, completed time-served, probation, etc. There is no limit on the number of prior convictions or charges.
What types of employment opportunities are available?

Although the Shelby County Office of Reentry is not a job placement agency, we provide services (through in-house and community partners) for job readiness skills and preparation. At any time while an individual is a participant at the Shelby County Office of Reentry, they will be considered for job opportunities, as they become available, based on skills, education, and work experience.
Am I guaranteed employment?

Although it is our goal to help our clients find employment, it is not guaranteed. We provide many job readiness resources that will help you become more competitive in your job search.
Will the nature of my offense keep me from being considered for training?

No. Our staff will work with each participant to help them determine which training best meets their personal need by creating a Success/Goal Plan.
Would violation of probation exclude me from eligible services at the Shelby County Office of Reentry?

No. The Shelby County Office of Reentry is focused on providing services to those who need them - regardless of their status in the criminal justice system.
Must I reside in Shelby County to qualify for services?

No. You may be a resident of Shelby County, Fayette County, or Tipton County.
What do I have to do to become a participant?

If you are currently incarcerated and will be released to Shelby County, contact your Program Administrator for the facility and inquire about the Shelby County Office of Reentry. If you are not currently in custody (no time limit), call the office at (901) 222-4550 or visit us at 1362 Mississippi Blvd., Memphis, TN 38106 during the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
What if I need transportation assistance?

Clients will have access to transportation assistance for medical and employment related appointments and on an as-needed basis by the assigned case manager.