How Changing the Face of Behavioral Health Support Eases Reentry and Decreases Recidivism
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SESSION INFO

Wednesday, August 19, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Session Type: Workshop
Approximately 85% of incarcerated individuals have some problematic substance use (NIDA), and mental illness is twice as common in inmates as the general population (NAMI). These chronic conditions are often left untreated because of healthcare gaps and stigma, which makes re-entry more difficult and recidivism more likely. Session attendees will break down the statistics around inmate substance use and mental health, identify causes of recidivism and challenges to re-entry, and pinpoint ways to keep people engaged in treatment and recovery, including using peer coaches with a similar lived experience (e.g., have been formerly incarcerated and are in recovery), leveraging community and educational resources, and incorporating family support to improve the chance of successful recovery. We’ll also share lessons learned from implementing a similar support program with the Federal Bureau of Prisons and additional inmate populations.

SESSION PRESENTERS
Hamilton Baiden
CEO, Youturn Health


Hamilton Baiden is the CEO of Youturn Health. He oversees the shaping of the company's long-term strategy and leads the pursuit of strategic opportunities that will promote sales growth and customer satisfaction for the organization. Prior to joining Youturn Health, Hamilton was Executive Vice President of Sales at Avella Specialty Pharmacy where he oversaw the growth of the business from a small regional pharmacy to the largest independent specialty pharmacy in the nation. His knowledge and understanding of the pharmacy industry was developed throughout his professional career, working in various roles for prominent pharmaceutical manufacturing companies, including MedImmune, Serono, Daiichi and Sanofi. A graduate of The Citadel in Charleston, SC, with strong ties to his community, Hamilton serves on the Board of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and MASK. Hamilton is also in recovery and committed to helping others.