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California Prison Uses VR for Inmate Healing and Reintegration

3/24/2025

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Folsom State Prison in California is breaking new ground by using virtual reality (VR) to help inmates tackle stress and emotional challenges. Recreation Therapist Robert Lombardi harnesses VR, initially created for medical rehabilitation, to spark creativity and ease reintegration. This pioneering method beautifully blends technology and artistry in the journey toward healing.

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Story summary

Folsom State Prison in California is breaking new ground by using virtual reality (VR) to help inmates tackle stress and emotional challenges. Recreation Therapist Robert Lombardi harnesses VR, initially created for medical rehabilitation, to spark creativity and ease reintegration. This pioneering method beautifully blends technology and artistry in the journey toward healing.