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Oct 23, 2025

5 min

What do they do with disabled prisoners? Understanding Inmate Rights and Accommodations

According to a 2016 Bureau of Justice Statistics study, nearly two-thirds of the state and federal prison population reported having at least one disability. **What do they do with disabled prisoners** to address these significant needs? Federal laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, mandate specific rights and accommodations, yet reports of neglect and inadequate conditions are widespread.

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Oct 22, 2025

3 min

What do they do with prisoners with dementia? Addressing the hidden crisis

According to a 2025 Johns Hopkins study, older adults in prisons have a nearly doubled rate of disability, with 15% of those aged 55+ reporting cognitive impairments, highlighting a hidden crisis in corrections. This raises a critical and complex question: What do they do with prisoners with dementia? The answer involves a combination of inadequate prison adaptations, limited specialized care, and a growing push for compassionate release programs.

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