Transforming Lives,

One Returning (VIP) Citizen At A Time

Victory In Prison

At VIP Reentry Services, we believe that true reentry doesn’t start at the gate—it starts in the mind. We don’t just provide services; we facilitate Victory In Prison.

Having a Reentry Coach with lived experience—someone who knows life on the inside and is now successful on the outside—is the ultimate key to becoming a productive member of society. Our coaches are here to assist you on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself.

The VIP Difference

We are proud to be Miami-Dade’s first SME-led Reentry Coach Mobile Program. Led by a nationally certified prison reentry coach (SME), our program approach is built on “Boots On The Ground Formula,” focusing on:

• Pre-Release Outreach: Reaching citizens while they are still behind the fences.

• Boots On The Ground: We come to you, removing the barriers to success.

• Real Recognize Real/Lived Experience: Guidance from those who have successfully walked the path.

• Long-Term Commitment: Minimum

1-year post-release Reentry Coaching to ensure stability.

Our Vision

Our Vision is to keep you alive and out of prison by addressing the root cause of the issue through the lens of REENTRYOLOGY™. We are dedicated to the “Construction of the Mind”—renewing hope, love, and self-worth by replacing the criminal-victim mindset with personal accountability. Through the power of Trust, Training, and Transformation, we empower individuals to master their mindset and build a lasting legacy.

  • Trust: Building the bridge between the returning citizen and the community through authentic, “Boots on the Ground” coaching.
  • Training: Providing vocational excellence through our partnerships with FIU Construction Trades, and Department of Corrections will allow both men and women to receive vocational pre/apprenticeship trades training that will transform their lives.
  • Transformation: Reconstructing the criminal-victim mindset and replacing it with personal accountability and a clear vision for a Legacy.

“True reentry doesn’t start at the gate-it starts in the mind. If you don’t change the thinking, you can’t change the life.” — Ignacio Manuel Calderin


Victory In Prison: More Than Reentry.

A Mindset Transformation.

At VIP Reentry, we don’t just provide services; we facilitate Victory In Prison. True reentry doesn’t start at the gate—it starts in the mind. Led by a Nationally Certified Prison Reentry Coach(SME), our mission is to reconstruct the criminal-victim mindset and replace it with our Core Values: Vision, Integrity, and Purpose.

  1. Meet Mr. Oliver

    He graduated from one of our partners carpentry apprenticeship class and was ready to work. We connected him with one of our many second chance employers and he is now working with a great company. “I highly recommend if you are looking for work contact Ignacio and his team-they will make it happen.”

  2. Meet Mr. Walker

    His grandmother reached out to us for assistance with his Reentry from prison back to his community. He recently returned home after doing 26 years behind the fences for a mistake he made as a teenager.
    Mr. Walker is now working at a new job. “I am so grateful for all the assistance and support VIP Reentry Services has provided me.”

  3. Meet Ms. Rodriguez

    Sarah recently received a promotion at her job and is about to receive her Associates in Science. She learned from her mistakes and has turned her life around for the good. She plans on sharing her success story to young ladies who find themselves where she once was.

    She said “And thank you for everything you’ve done for us. I promise a lot of the stuff I learned has stuck with me!”

  4. Meet Mr. Ceaser

    Mr. Ceaser returned home after 27 years. We met at the Reentry Center where I go in regularly to facilitate a reentry class that prepares them to face the challenges they will encounter on the outside. Today I did a home visit to go over his short term goals and to set up an action plan so he can start on his path of success. He is working and doing great.

  5. Meet Ms. Launa

    As her Reentry Coach I am so proud of all her accomplishments:

    • May 8th 2022 released from DOC
    • July 24th reunited with my oldest.
    • Aug 17th got my license.
    • Aug 30th started FIU Construction Trades
    • Sept reunited with my father after 27 years
    • Nov 11th started my own business
    • Nov 24th Reunited with my youngest
      Today blessed and eager to see what 2023 brings.
  6. Meet Mr. Valdez.

    His smile is priceless. This is his first Christmas in 12 years home with his family. We met while he was inside the reentry center. He is working and staying in touch weekly with his Reentry Coach. You are
    VIP a very important person to me.