Author Archives: DianaP

About DianaP

Diana Pearson is the Director of Court Treatment Corrections and has worked for Talbert House from 1994-2001 and returned in 2005. She has a very diverse background in working with individuals from all walks of life and is very passionate about helping those in need to get back "on the right track". In her free time she likes to read, travel, attend sports games, and ride motorcycles.

Taking Care of Yourself During the Holidays

Posted on November 20, 2012 by DianaP

For many, the holiday season is a time to spend with friends and family gathered around the dinner table eating a festive meal and sharing conversation.  For many, however, the holidays are anything but happy.  This time of year can bring about the “holiday … Continue reading →

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Moskowitz Bros. Recycles Ex-Offenders

Posted on August 1, 2012 by DianaP

Moskowitz Brothers is a local full-service recycling business serving Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. This private family-owned business that has been in existence since 1901 has partnered with Talbert House for many years and continues to hire ex-offenders from our reentry … Continue reading →

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Hiring Ex-Offenders: Rewarding the Risk

Posted on May 2, 2012 by DianaP

Benefits to the Employer Because of a person’s criminal record, a great number of employers are reluctant to hire exoffenders.  Approximately 25% of the adult population have a criminal record with a high number of those convictions being non-violent, such … Continue reading →

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EXCEL Alumni Class I Attends Cincinnati Reds Game

Posted on April 4, 2012 by DianaP

As an alumna of EXCEL Class I, I was able to get together with my fellow alumni to attend the Reds vs. Rockies game on August 11, 2011.  It was a great day to not only get together with my former classmates outside … Continue reading →

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Reentry – Getting Back Into the Workforce

Posted on March 28, 2012 by DianaP

After working in this field for many years, I am often amazed at how extremely difficult it is for an ex-offender, regardless of offense, to find employment.  With barriers such as low level education, a criminal record, and a sporadic … Continue reading →

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