Category: Blog

Starting and Continuing the Journey – Helping Incarcerated Individuals and Returning Citizens Navigate Recovery

September is National Recovery Month, a time dedicated to educating Americans on substance use treatment and mental health services that can enable those suffering with such disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives. 2020 is the 31st year for National Recovery Month, celebrating the gains made by those living in recovery, and perhaps the most...

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Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month – How Technology Can Improve Mental Health and Decrease Suicides in Correctional Facilities

September is National Suicide Prevention Month—a time to share resources and stories to shed light on a highly taboo and stigmatized topic. Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background and are often the result of an untreated mental health condition. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 800,000...

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All Incarcerated Individuals at GTL Customer Facilities Now Have Free Weekly Communication Options 

To our valued customers, In early August 2020, we announced that all individuals incarcerated at state Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities were provided with free weekly communication options, whether through phone calls or messages. We recognize the importance of communication to boost morale, increase positivity, strengthen relationships, and aid in successful reentry. But we also...

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Reentry Spotlight: EDWINS

As part of our continuing Reentry Spotlight series, GTL is proud to share this post authored by Brandon E. Chrostowski, Founder of EDWINS. GTL is working to help support and share EDWINS training with more returning citizens seeking a career in the food service industry. In addition, GTL is helping to fund a new playground...

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