The Washtenaw County Jail began allowing in-person visitation after more than a decade, replacing a digital-only system.
In an email to The Michigan Daily, Washtenaw County Sheriff Alyshia Dyer said officials realized the importance of human connections through in-person visit trial studies, making the decision to move away from a screen-based model to one recognizing the importance of in-person interaction.
“The process began with a dedicated team that looked at how to bring people back together safely, starting with small pilot groups in specific housing areas,” Dyer wrote. “This careful rollout allowed the community to see that when you prioritize family bonds, you create a calmer and more hopeful environment for everyone involved.”…