I know three people who have attended programs there. One is a success, two is a failure, three is too soon to tell. 
Some criminals just game whatever system is available. Some sincerely want to live the boring life. I don't think I'd be comfortable with a crowd of 50-something cons moving in next to me, but that's just me.
When Bugsy comes looking for Shifty for a debt past due, then what?
And - this is steered toward men. Women and children need help - odd that I don't see too many women and their kids flying signs...