Parents being released from prison encounter barriers that make it seem as if their children are being punished for their crime. Attention needs to be brought to forefront of the impact of education, support and counseling can have on inmates while incarcerated. Support also needs to be provided to those being released from prison. Opportunities for jobs, housing, financial assistance and parenting classes have been shown to decrease the recidivism rate. Why do we expect these ex-convicts to come out with their entire life in order and expect them to be contributing members of society when society itself places limitation and restrictions to be successful?