06/03/2026
Earlier this year, participants in the Winnebago County Jail Recovery Pod came together to create this incredible mural.
We shared this video when the project was completed, but it feels like the perfect time to revisit it.
The mural represents hope, recovery, resilience, and the belief that every person has the ability to grow and change. It serves as a daily reminder to participants that their past does not define their future and that recovery is possible.
The STAR Program brings peer support, recovery coaching, groups, release planning, and ongoing recovery support directly into the jail. Every day, our team has the privilege of walking alongside individuals who are working to break cycles, rebuild relationships, and create a different path forward.
This mural tells that story better than words ever could.
Take a few minutes to watch this powerful video and see what recovery looks like inside the Recovery Pod. ❤️
Winnebago County, Wisconsin Sheriff’s Office Winnebago County Public Health
Winnebago County, Wisconsin Government Gordon Hintz - Winnebago County Executive Winnebago County Department of Human Services Oshkosh Area Community Foundation JEK Foundation 💙