My husband is in Mark Connally Jr. Unit in Kenedy, TX. He has been in for 7 years and is due to be released in May or June of 2004. I am trying to find information on employment for him as well as other men who have a criminal past. Any advice or leads would be greatly appreciated.


Sincerely,

Cross's Wife

Call the TWC I have a number for the Grand Prairie Office they are helping alot of ex-offenders with several issues employment is the main one .972-264-5881 or 817-265-8431
It is called Project Rio its also explained online at texasworkforce.com and the TDCJ link..Hope this helps
Cynthia

If that didn't work out (above from shawnsgal) maybe something here would help! Good Luck!

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Places that don't do these are fast food places, Lowes or Home Depot, General Contractors, or Janitoral Services.