A program that aims to reduce recidivism rates among former inmates with mental health conditions would receive nearly $4 million more in funding under Governor Evers’ budget proposal. We talk with a WPR reporter for more details on the program. We also discuss some ways to reduce the likelihood of a slip or fall for an elder in your life.
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Proposed Budget Includes Funding For Prisoners' Mental Health Needs
Governor Evers’s proposed budget would give almost $4 million more per year to Opening Avenues to Re-entry Success (OARS), a voluntary program intended to reduce recidivism rates among former prisoners with serious mental health conditions. A WPR reporter explains the proposal.
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Preventing Fatal Elderly Falls
“Complications from a fall” is among the most common causes of death for older adults — in Wisconsin, the rate of these fatal falls is highest in the nation. We learn about the risks of falling, the complications that can arise from them, and how to avoid them altogether.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Laura Pavin Producer
- Danielle Kaeding Guest
- Betsy Abramson Guest
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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