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Riverside House is a private, non-profit organization that has been a cornerstone of community support in East Little Havana for over 50 years. Our longevity is due to the support of people like you. Your help provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals transitioning from incarceration back into society.
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968 N.W. 2nd Street
Miami, Florida 33128
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Our focus is to help formerly incarcerated and homeless individuals reintegrate as productive, educated citizens with strong family and spiritual values, contributing meaningfully to a safer and more vibrant community.
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We are committed to delivering quality, effective, and faith-based support that guides formerly incarcerated men and women to become productive citizens and rebuild their lives.
We envision a stronger and more unified Miami where formerly incarcerated individuals become productive citizens and valued members of our vibrant community.
We are grounded in community, diversity, spirituality, accountability, family, and productivity — the foundational core values that make our transformational work possible.
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Impact At A Glance
Primary outcomes and measuring
what matters most
Riverside House is proud of the results we've generated that reflect our focus on positively impacting personal accountability, family relationships, and spiritual growth.
95% Success Rate
Graduates usually don't return to prison, far exceeding the national average of 1 in 4 inmates reoffending within 3 years.
89.4% Program Completion Rate
Residents who successfully complete the full residential reentry program with all requirements met.
66% Graduate With Employment
Participants who leave Riverside House with jobs secured, verified, and income established.
1,561 Clients Served Since 2018
Men and women guided through residential reentry and emergency shelter programs.
99% Receive Housing Support
Participants receiving case management, landlord connections, and housing assistance services.
370 Family Visits Annually
Reunification restoring relationships between parents, children, spouses, and extended family.
3 Years Alumni Support Period
Post-release follow-up through Riverside Reentry 2.0 during the highest-risk recidivism window.
2,000 Annual Reentry 2.0 Goal
Individuals to be served annually through Riverside Reentry 2.0 expansion over five years.
What Delivers Positive Chnage
The services that benefit from
your contributions
Every statistic is the result of a coordinated effort and the support of people like you! Together we can provide integrated programming that reduces recidivism, restores families, and rebuilds lives throughout Miami-Dade County.
Comprehensive Services
15 service categories addressing housing, recovery, education, and more.
Faith-Based Transformation
Voluntary spiritual development addressing root causes of behavior.
Personalized Case Management
Dedicated case managers with weekly check-ins and individualized plans.
Employer Partnerships
Second-chance hiring networks, WOTC guidance, and job placement assistance.
Family Integration
Regular annual visits rebuilding support systems essential to long-term stability.
Sustained Alumni Support
Three-year follow-up with day reporting center, support groups, and mentorship.
Meet Our Team
Committed reentry
and community support professionals
Our team is ready to help you.
Cleveland Bell III
President & CEO
Dafeny Iglesias
Operations Assistant
Michelle Taylor
Life Skills Coach
Success Stories
What our residents, participants,
and others are saying
Numbers tell part of the story, but the true measure of Riverside House's impact comes from the voices of those who've experienced our programs firsthand and the community partners who witness transformation daily.
This place is a dream come true for people coming out of prison. The staff are caring, professional, and devoted to helping the formerly incarcerated reenter society with dignity and confidence.
Latest updates
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connected to our cause
We share expert insights, updates, and helpful tips to support your everyday.
A Home Run of Hope at the Marlins Game
At Riverside House, we are continually reminded of the power of kindness,…
Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department Hosts 3rd Annual Reentry Month Awards Ceremony
April is nationally recognized as Reentry Month, a time to honor the…
Easter Celebration Brings Smiles to Riverside House
This Easter was one to remember at Riverside House, filled with warmth,…
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Frequently asked questions
and answers
We provide clear, straightforward answers to help individuals, families, and partners understand our programs, services, data, and outcomes.
Our 95% success rate represents graduates who do not return to prison, tracked over our organizational history since 1973. This outcome is monitored through ongoing coordination with federal partners, regular alumni check-ins, and verification through available public records. Success rates are calculated based on participants who complete the full program and maintain community stability.
Our data tracking system captures all participants served through our residential reentry and emergency shelter programs. The specific time frames and totals are updated regularly as we continue serving returning citizens and individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Miami-Dade County.
Program completion means a resident fulfilled all requirements of their individualized reentry plan, met federal supervision expectations, and transitioned out of the program in good standing with next steps in place. This includes securing employment or approved activities, establishing housing plans, and demonstrating readiness for independent living.
Our employment graduation rate tracks residents who had verified employment at the time of program completion or transition. Employment is verified through paystubs, direct employer contact, and ongoing employment accountability checks conducted by case management staff in coordination with federal supervision requirements.
Through Riverside Reentry 2.0 and our alumni aftercare programming, we maintain regular contact with graduates via phone check-ins, day reporting center visits, support group attendance, and ongoing case manager follow-up. This sustained engagement helps ensure long-term stability during the critical post-release period when recidivism risk is highest.
Yes. Our outcomes and operations undergo rigorous oversight including federal Bureau of Prisons contract compliance reviews, Residential Reentry Management (RRM) Miami monitoring, annual independent financial audits, and IRS Form 990 reporting requirements. This multi-layered accountability ensures data accuracy and program quality.
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