A collaborative effort between the Yakima County Department of Corrections, other government jurisdictions, non profit organizations, and the community, which provides a variety of quality programs, resources, information, and support for in custody and released inmates. Over 150 active volunteers are involved in R.O.P.P.E. programs at the Department of Corrections. These programs are aimed at providing the inmates with the information and skills needed in order to be productive citizens after they are released.
Some programs have additional resources in the community that offers follow up care and support.
All programs are designed to reduce crime and recidivism. National studies have shown that structured programs provided to inmates during incarceration will help provide information and skills leading toward more successful lifestyles after release, and will help to reduce crime and recidivism.