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Dedham House of Correction

DHOC / Norfolk County Sheriff's Office

The Dedham House of Correction, operated by the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office, is a medium-security facility located in Dedham, Massachusetts, that houses only men. It holds individuals serving county sentences, pretrial detainees, and those awaiting court proceedings.

The facility offers various programs aimed at rehabilitation and reentry, including educational services, vocational training, substance use treatment, and mental health support. The Norfolk County Sheriff's Office works to promote successful reintegration through partnerships with local organizations, providing job training, counseling, and recovery resources. Additionally, the facility operates work-release programs and other initiatives to help individuals transition back into the community.

For more information, visit the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office website.

Housing

Without a safe place to live, it’s difficult to maintain employment, stay healthy, or follow through on reentry plans.

Justice4Housing: https://justice4housing.org/

MASH Certified Sober Homes: https://mashsoberhousing.org/certified-residences/

Emergency Help with Housing Payments: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-raft-emergency-help-for-housing-costs

If you need assistance filling out applications or finding emergency housing, please call the H.O.P.E. Center at 781-751-3393.

Identification & Documentation

The Registry of Vital Records and Statistics (RVRS) provides certified copies of vital records in Massachusetts.

Use this link to request records: https://www.vitalchek.com/v/vital-records/massachusetts/massachusetts-vital-records?lp=1&click_id=846114213784911874&ppc=&ScenarioName=AdEospNT

Call The H.O.P.E. Center at ((781) 751-3393 for assistance in obtaining a birth certificate, License, or other state ID.

Health Care Access

Reentry is overwhelming, and support for physical and emotional health is critical.

Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access:

https://www.mabhaccess.com/Home.aspx

Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs)

https://www.mass.gov/cbhc-crisis-care?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=mbhp_phase2&utm_medium=english_cbhc&gad_source=1

Masshealth: https://www.mahealthconnector.org/

Masshealth general information: https://www.mass.gov/information-for-masshealth-applicants

Community Support & Connection

Peer mentors, recovery meetings, reentry groups, or family connections help reduce isolation and promote accountability.

Wey of Life Peer Recovery Center: https://www.weyoflifeprc.org/

New Way Recovery Center: https://www.anewwayrecoveryctr.org/

Find AA Meetings Near You: https://www.aa-meetings.com/directory/massachusetts/braintree

Devine Recovery Center: https://gavinfoundation.org/programs/devine-recovery-center

Basic Needs Support

Locate a local food pantry: https://www.gbfb.org/need-food/