I seen in the comments that it's in the USA only right now. But is this kind of service available online as well? Thinking perhaps people who are looking for help in areas where it isn't provided could get the help needed, even if the type of therapy is just through chatting.
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I'm really not sure. I know in the USA that incarcerated individuals aren't allowed to have access to the Internet, so online based programs wouldn't reach them. They do get phone privileges, although I believe they are quite expensive.
Once released, I know there are multiple therapy type services that are available online - such as suicide prevention, chronic depression, and even medical screenings and advice. I've found that many folks who have been incarcerated for long periods of time don't know how to navigate the current digital technology, so working to bring them up to speed on 'the cloud' and other new systems would be incredibly helpful.
Oh I missed the part of it being for incarcerated people. Eek! LOL.
I have to say that its a great service for those people. I can't imagine what it is like for them in there.
Incarcerated folks are just where we are going to start. There are a lot of people who have "dropped out" of society for one reason or another, and it can be next to impossible to get back in. Once we launch our first project, we're going to begin focusing the next one on helping veterans return to civilian life after the military. Currently, 22 vets commit suicide every day in the USA. Part of that is due to a lack of good support and assistance reintegrating into 'normal' life. I'm not sure what we'll come up with to address that, but we'll come up with something.
You blow my mind! Honestly this is the best thing ever! If I were there, I would sign up to help. Good for you and those that are included. Saints!
Thanks for the support! It means a lot to us. :-)
Also, there may be opportunities to help from a distance if you are interested. I'm not sure what they may be right now, but the Internet makes lots of things possible that weren't before.