By Molly Hill | Director of Philanthropy
Justice Impacted (Incarcerated & Court Involved)
Pre/Post Class
For justice impactedprogram participants, there was a significant increase in mood (p < .001, n = 1,867), significant decrease in stress (p < .001, n = 1,854), and there was a significant decrease in pain (p < .001, n = 1,851) after participation in class as compared to before.
Justice Impacted
Scale Average % Change
Mood 22% increase
Stress 31% decrease
Pain 23% increase
Total justice impactedprogram participants this quarter= 1,931
(The number of individuals served is based on the # of participants taught in each class. Individuals are counted each time they participate. Mood, stress, and pain outcomes include participants who
completed data collection notecards).
Justice ImpactedQualitative Shares
"I enjoyed the class. I like it every time you come."
"When I was on the football team. Comment - Relaxing."
"IT HELPS ME TO FEEL EVERYTHING. I LIKE TO BREATHE."
"Thank you for doing this for us."
"Feel much better."
"Amazing class today, very calming."
"I appreciate the breathing exercises the most."
"This session helped me relax."
"I feel more at peace after the class."
"Thank you for offering this practice."
"Mindfulness focus was really beneficial."
"Great way to start my day!"
"The stretches really helped me today."
"I feel more grounded and centered."
"Thank you for such a peaceful session."
Community Pre/Post Class
For community programparticipants, there was a significant increase in mood (p < .001, n = 629), significant decrease in stress (p < .001, n = 628), and there was a significant decrease in pain (p < .001, n = 607) after participation in class as compared to before.
Justice Impacted
Scale Average % Change
Mood 23% increase
Stress 34% decrease
Pain 19% increase
Total community participants this quarter= 654
(The number of individuals served is based on the # of participants taught in each class. Individuals are counted each time they participate. Mood, stress, and pain outcomes include participants who
completed data collection notecards).
Community Qualitative Shares
"Wonderful class! Thank you very much for sharing."
"Amazing yoga session, I feel refreshed."
"Thank you for your time and care."
"Loved the meditation and mindfulness today."
"I feel much more relaxed now."
"Grateful for this practice and the peace it brings."
"The breathing exercises were my favorite part."
- "Great stretch and great mental break."
"Really helpful, especially for calming my mind."
"Feeling lighter and more at ease."
"I always look forward to these sessions."
By Molly Hill | Director of Philanthropy
By Molly Hill | Director of Philanthropy
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