Investing in Tomorrow: Scholars & Scholarships in Focus

March is all about celebrating the future of correctional health care. Through scholarships, we’re empowering the next generation of professionals to bring high-quality care to underserved populations. These scholarships do more than provide financial assistance—they fuel passion, innovation, and a commitment to making a difference.

This Spring, we’ll highlight inspiring stories from scholarship recipients who are shaping the field in remarkable ways.

Meet Jenny Link. A certified yoga therapist, Jenny provides one-on-one yoga therapy to individuals convicted of capital crimes, focusing on emotional regulation, effective communication, sleep improvement, and mental health support. During an eight-month pilot project, her clients reported significant improvements in sleep, stress management, and daily coping skills. Some even reduced or eliminated their reliance on anti-anxiety medication and sleep aids.

Jenny’s approach goes beyond movement—she educates her clients on the physiological effects of stress and equips them with practical tools to manage anxiety, pain, and depression. While yoga programs exist in correctional facilities nationwide, she found few offering individualized therapy services.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, Jenny received a scholarship to attend the 2024 NCCHC Correctional Mental Health Conference. There, she gained invaluable knowledge, connected with mental health professionals, and received confirmation that her approach was on the right track. These connections and insights are now helping her refine and expand her work.

Scholarships are an investment in the future of correctional health care, and every recipient represents hope and progress. Throughout this Spring, we’ll share more stories like Jenny’s, along with details on how to apply for scholarships and how donors can contribute to this life-changing program.

By supporting these scholars, we’re not just funding education—we’re shaping the future of correctional health care. Join us in nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.

Find more information on donating to support scholarships at www.NcchcFoundation.org/donate-now.

Apply for a scholarship for the 2025 Correctional Mental Health Care Conference.