As mental health continues to be top of mind for many New Yorkers, CBS2 is taking a close look at what comes next for women after incarceration and what's being done to successfully transition them back into society. jennbisramtv reports.
, there are currently 361 women housed at the women's jail at Rikers with some access to mental health care.
"A lot of women suffer from increased mental health issues. They are demoralized. They are kept away from their families," Grant said.site known as Liberty House, women get two meals a day, have their own rooms, participate in community events, are surrounded by inspirational art and quotes, and are also connected to outpatient programs.
The cost is about $56,000 a year, per person, money that comes from donations and some city, state and federal funding. The cost on Rikers is $241,261 a year per detainee.According to the prison policy initiative, many people who end up in jail have pre-existing mental health issues and others develop conditions while behind bars. DOC records show in 2022, 19,917 people were admitted into custody, including 1,556 women.
"I get food, which is great. I get mental health, which I need a lot. I have therapy. I thank God for the therapist that do work with me," Villafane said. She told CBS2 she feels like she now has a second chance at life. HousingPlus says it wants to help more women like Villafane, but there are challenges, including money, space and not enough community-based organizations that offer similar supportive services.
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