New nonprofit in Niles to help convicted felons

WARREN — The Lateral Foundation, a new nonprofit established to provide services to selected felons released from prison, will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Trumbull County Commissioners’ office on High Street to explain the program to government officials and the public.

Established in Niles at 110 E. State St., the Lateral Foundation will provide mental-health counseling for substance abuse and domestic violence as well as job training, education, housing, community service, and spiritual growth, said Dr. Anthony J. Montevideo, a retired dentist and public relations director for the organization.

The organization’s founders believe that establishing the foundation will not only assist felons to become integrated back into society, but also reduce the recidivism rate and improve the community, Dr. Montevideo said.