What are some components of Volunteer Services?

The Georgia Department of Corrections Volunteer Services section has trained and retained over 9,200 volunteers to assist the offenders and formerly incarcerated persons inside and outside correctional facilities statewide. Volunteer are a valuable asset in assisting the Facility Volunteer Coordinator, Chaplaincy and staff members in meeting the human and spiritual needs of offenders.

Our volunteers address many risk and needs area by providing the following:

  • Spiritual Development
  • Character Building
  • Values
  • Parenting
  • Worship
  • Family and Relationship Building
  • Life Skills
  • AA/NA
  • Communication Skills
  • Anger Management
  • Financial Planning
  • Career Development
Types of Volunteer Opportunities
  • Institutional Volunteers
  • Mentors
  • Educators
  • Counselors
  • Tutors
  • Musicians
  • Librarians
  • Volunteer Coordinators
  • Ministerial Leaders

For information, please contact:

Danny Horne, Director Chaplaincy Services
e-mail: horned00@dcor.state.ga.us
Georgia Department of Corrections
P.O. Box 1529
Forsyth, GA 31029
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