North Carolina DHHS Kody Kinsley (fourth from the right) alongside members of the NC FIT staff (Photo: Ahmed Jallow)
Anthony Ferrera gets emotional when he talks about how the FIT Wellness program has saved his life. About a year ago, Ferrera was grappling with severe mental and physical health issues while at Central Prison in Raleigh, before being transferred to Johnson County Detention Center to complete his four-month sentence.
After years of shuffling in and out of prison, Ferrera now has a stable life. He lives with his daughter, has a great relationship with his family, and has found a sense of purpose and belonging. The support he received from FIT Wellness has helped him rebuild his life and overcome the challenges of reentry, he said…