Pound Pup Legacy

Unique Programs

• Dog Program - Trumbull Correctional Institution has established a partnership with the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County and Rose’s Rescue of Portage County to accept and train dogs to be adopted by local families. The dogs are trained in basic obedience, socialization skills, adapting to their surroundings and specific commands.
• Wellness Program – This program looks into the holistic concept of educating and empowering individuals in a manner consistent with healthy behaviors that allow for development of physical, social attributes and nutritional needs.  The medical staff assessed each offender’s vital signs and weight measurement for the initial phase of the program.  Throughout the program, each participant’s progress is reviewed weekly with a medical staff person and the dietician to ensure that the offender is maintaining healthy and nutritional eating habits.
• Self Focus – This program is designed to focus on the nine qualities of self improvement: LOVE, SELF-RESPECT, UNDERSTANDING, KNOWLEDGE, WISDOM, INNER-STRENGTH, OBEDIENCE, SELF-CONTROL AND INTELLIGENCE. The intention of this program is to assist the offender with the development of values such as dignity, integrity, self-esteem and principles. These qualities will allow for a better commitment for moral responsibility, foster a healthier relationship with the offender, society and their families.

Inmate Programs

• Computer Refurbishing and Recycling

Community Service

• Train and board dogs for Caring Companions Dog Program
• Inmate vegetable garden for various non-profit agencies
• Computer refurbishing
• Crop Walk Transportation
• Adopt A School
• Stamps for Veterans
• Creative Hands/Caring Hearts
• Train and board dogs for Adoption through Rose's Rescue
• Offender Speak Outs

Vocational

• Culinary arts program- Baking program
• Computer Drafting (CAD)
• Plumbing
• Carpentry Apprenticeship
• Computer Repair

Academic

• Adult Basic Education
• GED
• Literacy unit
• Youngstown State University