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Robert Brooks' father calls prison beating evil

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) - Robert Ricks calls the body camera footage showing the beating of his son Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility in December divine intervention.

"It's an act of God that says, 'ok, if you're going to take this child's life then I'm going to show them the evil behind these walls because that was evil.'" Ricks said.

He's referring to the Dec. 9 beating caught on body camera and the officers involved in the incident. The silent images of the 43-year-old inmate's limp body being punched, kicked, yanked, choked, and tossed around sparked outrage, a criminal investigation, and a civil lawsuit.

"Nobody could have told me there were 15, 16 or more men that would jump on you with handcuffs on. Nobody could have made me believe that until I seen it with my eyes," Ricks said.

The father of three said Robert, his oldest child, was serving a 12-year sentence for assault, but was doing everything he could to stay out of trouble while in prison.

Photos of Robert Brooks provided by family.

"He would say to me every day, 'dad I'm staying out the way.'"

Seated inside the Roxie Ann Sinkler Recreation Center on Grover Street, Ricks is surrounded by posters with images of Black and Brown men and women who have died after an encounter with law enforcement.

"I believe my son died so that there are some fathers who will make it home from prison," Ricks said.

Ricks is turning his heartbreak into hope for others. He said he's received countless messages from other family members who said their loved ones have been abused while incarcerated.

On Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. at East High School, Ricks and Mary Brooks plan to share their son's story at a community forum titled "How Many More? A Call for Change, Action and Accountability." It's organized in conjunction with Rochester's Police Accountability Board.

Event flier sent to News 8. Pre-registration is required. You can either scan the QR code above using your cellphone camera or click here.

"We have to do something besides march," Ricks said.

The forum will include testimony from other families, a panel discussion, and performances by some of the young students who participate in Ricks' mentoring program, The Village. Ricks says although his son was denied a second chance, he still finds joy and purpose in helping other young people find their voice.

"I want to try to do everything I can do to prevent our young people from going to jail, but I also want to do everything I can do when they do go to jail so they become members of the second chance club."

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Hudson Headwaters opens alternative nursing home in Glens Falls

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10)-- Hudson Headwaters Health Network opened the doors of a new alternative nursing home, marking the 10th of its kind in New York State. The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) pays for and provides coordinated medical and social services for people over 55.

PACE helps patients create a personalized care plan coordinated by a team of physicians. It includes primary, dental, home, specialty care, therapies, and prescription drug services.

The new 15,000-square-foot facility on LaGrange Street serves parts of Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties. PACE also offers transportation to patient appointments, socialization, and meal services.

The nursing home, which includes an outdoor garden and patio and several spaces for activities and services, was designed to serve as a hub for elderly residents. Officials said the facility is adjacent to Hudson Headwaters' Glens Falls Family Health.

President and Director of PACE Linda Spokane said the PACE model has transformed care for elders and patients' needs. Spokane said a special enrollment team has been made to help participants and their families interested in participating, as they expect a lot of interest in the program.

"There are strict guidelines regarding eligibility," Spokane said. "For example, most PACE participants are duel-eligible, meaning they qualify for both Medicaid and Medicare. Private pay options are also available."

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