The Broward County Board of Commissioners acknowledged long-time GEO Continuum of Care® (CoC) transitional housing partner Ray Rapaglia of James Club Recovery through a proclamation that declared August 20, 2019 as “Ray Rapaglia Day” in Broward County, Fla. Mr Rapaglia was recognized for his work in reducing recidivism and homelessness throughout the County. GEO Continuum of Care® Divisional Vice President, David Burch, and Director of Post-Release Services, Craig Spatara, were in attendance for the ceremony, as well as many former successful GEO Post-Release participants. Mr. Rapaglia has experienced addiction himself and proudly proclaimed at the ceremony that, “together, we can help men and women in Broward be free of addiction.”
As a member of the Broward County Prison Release Committee, The James Club is acutely sensitive to the needs of individuals re-entering society after being incarcerated. They provide support by offering the services needed for a successful transition through a partnership with GEO’s Post-Release Support Services. Additionally, the James Club assists with job training and employment placement. The James Club also provides a host of employers who are willing to hire the formerly incarcerated. The James Club’s pledge is to offer assistance, support, and love to the deserving individuals who have paid their debt to society.
The James club started in 2016 with one man and one house. They now have over 100 beds in 13 different locations throughout South Florida. The GEO Group has partnered with The James Club since 2016 as a key component of the GEO Continuum of Care® Post-Release Support Services. Since then, over 200 GEO Continuum of Care® participants have resided at the James Club as part of their transition back to society. Congratulations Ray!
