Communal change As more and more participants nd lasting success, Edwards, Jr. says there’s a ripple eect of inspiration that permeates the group. When new clients see what’s possible, they become more motivated to try to achieve those outcomes for themselves. “It’s rewarding because we witness other guys begin to reap rewards from following the positive examples set by others,” Edwards, Jr. says. “It’s rewarding for the participants and the sta to see the clients succeed in spite of their backgrounds and obstacles.” Edwards, Jr. says by helping to address each client’s specic issues, the clients are enabled to change their thinking and ultimately their behavior. In this way, the Circle for Recovery program benets not only the participant, but society as a whole. “ e overall goal for the client is to see them refrain from criminal thinking and behaviors that lead to recidivism so that they can lead successful lives,” Edwards, Jr. says. “ e primary purpose is to help those individuals become productive members of society and make communities safer. “If we can help to reduce the recidivism rate, we feel like we’ve done our job.”
“The overall goal for the client is to see them refrain from criminal thinking and behavior and to be successful in their own lives.” - John Edwards, Jr.
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