Formerly incarcerated peer mentor tells committee early reentry must include mental-health bridge At the Institutions Committee hearing, Chris Willers urged lawmakers to treat the first 72 hours after release as a clinical risk period, expand peer-led mentorship and ensure presumptive mental-health coverage to reduce crises and recidivism.

The first 72 hours after prison release can be a psychological minefield, leaving many without the support they desperately need to avoid crisis and recidivism.

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Corrections Committee discusses mental health services and reentry challenges for incarcerated individuals Committee addresses mental health and reentry support needs for incarcerated individuals and community integration.

Vermont's recent meeting revealed alarming gaps in rehabilitation services for incarcerated individuals, sparking urgent calls for systemic change to ensure successful reintegration into society.

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Vermont Justice Committee evaluates success metrics for opioid use disorder reentry program Committee debates defining success metrics for post-release opioid use disorder programs in Vermont.

Vermont's Justice Committee is tackling the tough questions about measuring success for individuals reentering society after battling opioid use disorders.

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Panel discusses reentry strategies for formerly incarcerated individuals with opioid addiction Committee emphasizes the need for successful reentry and addiction support for released individuals.

Vermont’s government is taking bold steps to support individuals with addiction reentering society, aiming to break the cycle of recidivism and enhance community safety.

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