Dr. Raul Gierbolini
I have known Mr. Marcinski for several years now. He has been a long-standing member of the inmate suicide watch companion cadre, and takes this role very seriously. I have seen him go beyond attending trainings and meetings and doing suicide watch shifts, to really try and make mentally ill inmates feel accepted. Despite having a life sentence, Mr. Marcinski takes on activities to better himself and stay connected to the community, such as educational and religious pursuits. Mr. Marcinski has spoken with staff and provided information about programs from the community that might be helpful to bring to the institution. Many people in his situation might give up, however it appears that Mr. Marcinski wants to improve others’ lives, as well as his own.
