Post incarceration life is challenging as individuals face countless barriers acclimating back into society. Adjusting to new norms and society again can be overwhelming and stressful. Providing those released with resources and places to turn to for help is critical. This also includes checking on one’s mental health and providing behavioral health resources for coping with […]
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Technology is becoming a new norm when it comes to working remote and helping individuals succeed. In the community corrections industry, a new technology that is gaining traction are specialized smartphones. The National Institute of Justice published an article about a new study showing how specialized smartphones could keep released individuals on track for successful reentry
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Remote supervision solutions are becoming more popular in the current pandemic world, as they are needed to keep officers and supervised individuals safe and healthy. However, in a post-pandemic world these solutions could be the key to continuing to reduce recidivism and keeping individuals out of the criminal justice system. Cisco recently published a Flash
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This past year has been a difficult one to say the least for many individuals. The pandemic has created many barriers and difficulties for people in all professions and ways of life. Remote and virtual activities are the new normal, as well as maintaining safe distances. The world will be far from ‘normal’ for quite some
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Transitioning back into society after prison can be hard for many as a lot can change in the world depending on how much time is spent behind bars. New technology evolves, jobs are more complicated and harder to acquire, and many face barriers economically when it comes to providing a stable lifestyle for themselves. Released
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Being under community supervision takes a toll on individuals, as many need more assistance in creating a stable and supporting lifestyle once released. In a previous blog, we talked about how the use of cognitive behavioral therapy is making positive differences in lives. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness
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Many individuals struggle with mental health issues, whether they are minor or major. During times like COVID-19, many struggle even more so than usual as they are isolated in their homes and from family and friends. As a probation and parole officer, staying in touch with clients and providing resources for them to overcome these
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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) put together a presentation on the use of Behavioral Health Applications. It is estimated that there are currently over 10,000 mental health related applications that people can download and make use of. However, not all are reliable or trustworthy when it comes to supporting people. Many lack guidance
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It is no secret that the prison system is harsh and rigorous for both staff and inmates. Many inmates struggle with having access to care and resources when imprisoned. The Crime Report published an article about these difficulties and how dozens of prisons, including ones in Louisiana, Connecticut, Illinois, and Pennsylvania, are facing legal charges
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The Loveland Reporter-Herald recently published an article about authorizing financing for a jail expansion project in Larimer County. A week ago, the Larimer County commissioners voted to issue $75 million in certificates of participation to finance the expansion of Larimer County Jail. It was the final piece of a three-part measure to address issues of overcrowding and community needs. The county will make
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