[Kishiwada Council of Social Welfare] 'Kishiwada Model' for Post-Incarceration Support Selected for Dormant Deposit Program
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- [Kishiwada Council of Social Welfare] 'Kishiwada Model' for Post-Incarceration Support Selected for Dormant Deposit Program
- The Kishiwada Council of Social Welfare will launch the 3-year 'Kishiwada Model' project in May 2026 to support the self-reliance of post-incarceration individuals, utilizing dormant deposits to provide up to 3 years of housing and community-based support.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 30, 2026
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The Kishiwada Council of Social Welfare will launch the 3-year 'Kishiwada Model' project in May 2026 to support the self-reliance of post-incarceration individuals, utilizing dormant deposits to provide up to 3 years of housing and community-based support.
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- [Kishiwada Council of Social Welfare] 'Kishiwada Model' for Post-Incarceration Support Selected for Dormant Deposit Program (May 30, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- May 30, 2026
The Kishiwada Council of Social Welfare will launch the 3-year 'Kishiwada Model' project in May 2026 to support the self-reliance of post-incarceration individuals, utilizing dormant deposits to provide up to 3 years of housing and community-based support.
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In this project, the organization will provide 'Step Houses' using existing properties in Kishiwada City, allowing individuals to reside for up to three years as they transition toward self-reliance. The model aims to create a 'Kishiwada Model' where no one faces isolation, combining housing with spaces for community interaction and employment/welfare support.
■Background: The Reality of 'Housing Found, But Life Unsustainable'
Previously, the organization supported housing searches in Kishiwada, but encountered significant barriers for those released from prison. Even if they secured temporary apartments, a lack of local support led to isolation, disrupted life rhythms, and recidivism. Existing facilities offered too short a period for sufficient social reintegration preparation.
■'Three Pillars of Support' in Kishiwada:
1. 'Step Houses' for up to 3 years: Providing long-term housing to establish a foundation for life without pressure to vacate within months.
2. Monitoring and Social Connection: Weekly interviews through bento pickups, followed by integration into local activities like children's cafeterias and volunteering.
3. Monitoring Network: Case study meetings involving parole officers, welfare commissioners, government offices, and local real estate agencies to form a support team.
■Future Prospects
The initiative aims to demonstrate 'community retention' and 'reduced recidivism rates' to root this as a sustainable official support measure. They are seeking donations and vacant house offers from property owners.
FAQ
What is the 'Kishiwada Model' support program?
It is a community-based recidivism prevention model that provides integrated support for housing, employment, and welfare to help ex-offenders become independent in the community.
What support services are provided?
The three main pillars are: provision of a step house for up to 3 years, weekly check-ins and counseling through bento pick-ups, and support for connecting to the local community.
Why is a '3-year' period necessary?
Existing rehabilitation facilities have short usage periods of a few months, which is insufficient for individuals who have been away from society for a long time to prepare for independent living.
What kind of cooperation is needed for the operation of the program?
We are calling for donations to fund the activities and for the provision of vacant houses that can be used as step houses.
Who operates this program?
The program is operated by the Kishiwada City Social Welfare Council, a social welfare corporation, with support from the Japan Probation and Parole Association, a rehabilitation corporation.