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Inmates are faced with several challenges to reintegrate with society after incarceration, much more than just the stigma of being perceived as a criminal. A peer coach with the same lived experience can make a profound difference by using their personal experience to connect inmates to resources, communicate without judgment, and provide support as they re-acclimate to society.
Erin Craw talks to Heather Kurtenbach and Vicki O'Leary about the changing landscape of the construction industry and how they plan to continue making it less intimidating for women to jump into this profession.
Re-entering society after a period of incarceration is difficult especially when you're dealing with substance use or mental health issues. Youturn Health can help you and your family get back on track.
Ernie Stevens speaks about his experience as a founding member of the San Antonio Police Department's Mental Health Unit and what he's learned about training officers to respond to mental illness calls.