New Center Aims To Help Former Male Inmates Of Cook County Jail

New Center Aims To Help Former Male Inmates Of Cook County Jail

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Just blocks away from Cook County Jail is a supportive release center to help former male inmates get back on their feet. They can spend the night and receive health services to address drug and mental health issues. The University of Chicago Health Lab has given $1 million for the two-year program. The idea is to raise more money and eventually create a facility for women.