Our Mission

At DETOUR Community Services, we aim to help incarcerated individuals become productive, disciplined, and purpose-driven members of society.

The Problem DETOUR Addresses

There is a continual need for reform within our correctional system. Presently, many individuals return to being incarcerated because they were never given the tools for internal transformation and sustained support. In addition to recidivism (reoffending after incarceration), we currently have a gap in addressing many issues within our penal system, including but not limited to:

  • Weak reentry preparation

  • Unresolved trauma and mental health challenges

  • The absence of long-term support after release

  • And a lack of personal accountability

Our Solution

DETOUR aims to help those negatively affected by our correctional system by providing them with education, mentorship, and faith-based guidance that supports personal transformation and successful reintegration into society.

Our services specialize in:

  • Reentry - planning for life after incarceration

  • Aftercare - ongoing guidance after release

  • And Social Therapy - healing the mind and behavior

For more information about the services DETOUR offers click here.

Incarceration → Transformation → Stability → Leadership

Our Long-Term Vision

DETOUR aims to become a statewide and national rehabilitation model that: operates in correctional facilities, supports individuals during reentry, and provides ongoing aftercare. Our goal is to create a system where individuals transition from incarceration → transformation → stability → leadership.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer a range of services ranging from:

    • Reentry

    • Aftercare

    • Social Therapy

    • Legal Awareness

    Learn More At: Our Services

  • At DETOUR, we believe that success is not just completing a class. It is when a person becomes self-disciplined, purpose-driven, and committed to growth. With Detour this looks like:

    • Consistent behavior change

    • Emotional stability

    • Responsible decision-making

    • And positive community impact

  • Support can come through:

    • Funding and grants

    • Volunteer participation

    • Community partnerships

    • Mentorship opportunities

    • Donations: supplies, educational materials, etc.

    • Monetary donations.

    This support helps expand DETOUR’s reach across facilities and communities.

  • Some of the prisons we have worked with include

    • Item George Beto Unit

    • Mark W. Michael Unit

    • Dolph Brisco Unit

    • Sanders Estess

    • Memorial Darrington

    • TDCJ-ID Boyd Unit

    • W.J. Estelle Unit

    • Joe F. Gurney Transfer Facility

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  • DETOUR is unique because it provides a complete transformation system, not just a class. While most programs focus on one area, detour integrates multiple support systems:

    • Social Therapy - mental and emotional change

    • Reentry - practical life preparation

    • Aftercare - long-term support

    This approach creates a continuous pipeline of transformation. Click here to learn more about these services.

  • DETOUR uses faith as a foundation to help individuals:

    • Align their actions with higher values

    • Develop discipline

    • And build a strong moral framework

    Faith provides:

    • Structure

    • Purpose

    • Accountability

    • Inner Peace

  • Facilities and organizations can partner with DETOUR by:

    • Hosting the program inside their facility

    • Approving volunteer facilitators

    • Integrating the curriculum into existing programs

    What DETOUR provides:

    • A structured curriculum

    • Trained facilitators

    • Program materials

    • Evaluation tools