Jason Poquette: Choosing to Become a Better Man

Jason Poquette joined the Continuum of Care (CoC) program at Florence West facility in Arizona. His motivation for the program was simple: to take advantage of the program that would help him become better. He explained, “I came from a prison that offered literally nothing. Then to come here and have a program where we’re taught a curriculum but then also give you a hand up when you get out.”

Jason’s motivation paid off and was able to make a change by taking the curriculum seriously. He found that he was able to improve himself and make strives to improve his outlook.  He explained, “I have chosen to be a better man than I was when I came in here. The man that I was that walked into the gate and the one walking out have nothing in common.”

Learn more about his story below.