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What are older inmates at greater risk for?

Recent studies have revealed a startling demographic shift, with older adults now representing the fastest-growing age group within U.S. correctional facilities. Against this backdrop, the question of what older inmates are at greater risk for becomes critically important for understanding the full scope of health, social, and systemic challenges facing this vulnerable population.

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What happens to inmates as they age?: Understanding the Challenges of Aging Behind Bars

The number of older people in U.S. prisons has skyrocketed, with one report showing that between 1991 and 2021, the percentage of older people in state and federal prisons increased from 3% to 15%. What happens to inmates as they age involves a complex interplay of physical decline, mental health struggles, and systemic challenges that transform correctional facilities into de facto nursing homes.

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