Savannah Chrisley discussed the challenges her mother, Julie Chrisley, will face upon her release from prison during an update on her podcast, “Unlocked.” She shared insights into the ongoing appeals process and the impact of prison on Julie, highlighting the expected difficulties in transitioning back to normal life.
Savannah emphasized the need for her mother to process the experience and the psychological toll it has taken on her, including potential PTSD from witnessing and experiencing abuse in prison.
Savannah mentioned that she and Julie have already had discussions about the support Julie will need post-release. Julie expressed concern about being alone and asked Savannah to stay with her for the initial months to help her adjust. This request underscores the deep psychological impact prison has had on Julie, leading her to feel vulnerable and in need of close familial support during her reintegration into society.
Savannah Chrisley
Reflecting on her parents’ institutionalization, Savannah shared her heartbreak over the system’s ability to break individuals down quickly. She has observed a significant change in her parents’ behavior and self-perception, indicating the depth of their trauma. Savannah actively reassures Julie of her worth and tries to prevent her from internalizing the negative aspects of her prison experience.
On social media, Savannah celebrated a minor victory regarding Julie’s resentencing, expressing optimism about her early release. Julie had been implicated in a bank fraud scheme that began in 2006, but recent legal developments suggested insufficient evidence of her involvement before 2007. This development offers hope for Julie’s early return, as discussed on Savannah’s podcast.
In a recent podcast episode, Savannah reiterated the anticipated challenges of Julie’s return, including the need for extensive therapy. She committed to doing everything possible to support her mother in achieving a stable and positive mental state.
Savannah also highlighted a significant update from November 2023, when the appeals court granted “oral arguments” for her parents’ case, which she saw as a hopeful step towards having Julie home by Thanksgiving.
