Support for families of the incarcerated

When someone goes to prison, there is no “orientation” for their family members and friends.

It is often difficult to figure out how to visit and stay connected to a loved one who is incarcerated. It is also challenging to navigate the emotions, and often judgement, that come with the loss of someone close from daily life to prison. Today, we’re talking about what it’s like to love someone — a child, a parent, a spouse, a friend — who is incarcerated and the local resources available to help.

This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys.

GUESTS

• Rick Lemieux, Family member, guest of Family Reconciliation Center
• Chantel Baker, Clinic mental health counselor
• Reisha Kidd, Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministries, Director of Community and Youth Engagement
• Warden Taurean James, Warden of the Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center

FURTHER READING

• Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministries | Youth Programs
• Men of Valor | Family Ministries
• Unheard Voices Outreach
• Free Hearts | Outside In Youth Program
• Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center | Child Visitation Program
• This Is Nashville | Re-acclimating to life after incarceration