Correctional nursing is a specific type of nursing that provides care for those incarcerated in the criminal justice system. Correctional nurses are often the first health care professional which the inmate will see for medical care. They often screen inmates when they enter the facility and will provide care for a wide range of different medical concerns. I have never had any interaction with anyone who is in a prison. So, I am not completely sure what to expect when it comes to what I might see. During my volunteering experience I have created two learning goals. My first  goal is to be able to better understand and explain what correctional nursing does. Another goal of mine is to identify common health problems of the individuals that the nurses see in the prison. I am not specifically nervous about anything in particular but more interested in what I will be able to see or potentially do. I am definitely looking forward to learning more about what this experience entails since I truly do not know anything about what I will be going to do. 

Community programs in Maine consist of self-help groups, support groups for loved ones, and programs for reentry. More specifically there is a Maine prisoner community reintegration project which focuses on increasing public safety for those reentering the community. There is a reentry network, and center which offers community newsletter and there is a residential center which provides skills and experience to live successfully. Additionally there is Rose’s room which is a monthly support group for loved ones and family who have someone incarcerated which allows for community support and faith based organizations.