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Poor continuity of care following prison release, particularly for people with serious mental illness (SMI), can lead to excess morbidity and mortality and high costs. We describe a pilot clinic in North Carolina serving people with SMI who are releasing from state prison. Key components of this model include a pre-release in-reach visit, co-located and integrated psychiatric and primary care, and the support of community health workers. Collaboration with prison staff and addressing social determinants of health are essential for program engagement.

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Theodore Zarzar
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