On September 30, 2024, what began as a normal day for Correctional Officer Jerison Lamb of CSP Sacramento quickly turned into a life-altering moment.
After waking from a nap, Officer Lamb realized he could no longer see.
His wife, Kylie, rushed him to the hospital, where doctors discovered a grade 4 brain tumor, later confirmed to be Stage 4 Glioblastoma, an aggressive and life-threatening form of cancer.
In an instant, everything changed.
At the time of his diagnosis, Jerison and Kylie were preparing to welcome a new baby into their family. With Kylie on maternity leave and their growing family—including Gunner (11), twins Jace and Ryder (9), and their newborn son—facing the uncertainty of Jerison’s diagnosis, the road ahead became one filled with challenges no family should have to face alone.
Jerison underwent surgery to remove a tumor described as being the size of a golf ball. Following surgery, he began an intense treatment plan that includes radiation, chemotherapy, and electrotherapy, with months of recovery and care ahead.
As word of Jerison’s condition spread throughout CSP Sacramento and the surrounding corrections community, his fellow officers did what correctional professionals always do—they stepped up.
A membership drive was organized in Jerison’s honor, bringing staff together to support one of their own. Through the generosity of his colleagues and the strength of the corrections family, the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation was able to provide catastrophic assistance to the Lamb family during this incredibly difficult time.
This support helps ease some of the financial burden as the family focuses on what matters most—Jerison’s treatment and time together.
Jerison’s story is a powerful reminder of why the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation exists.
It is a reminder that in this profession, we are more than coworkers—we are family.
Because when tragedy strikes, correctional professionals don’t stand alone.
For those who would like to follow Jerison’s journey or learn more, the family has been sharing updates here:
👉 https://www.gofundme.com/f/faith-and-hope-for-jerisons-healing-journey
A Message from the Lamb Family
“We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support you’ve given during this challenging time. Your generosity and kindness have provided us with strength and comfort when we need it most. As we move forward, we will carry the resilience and hope that you all have given us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being there in every way possible.”
— The Lamb Family
Through the support of its members, CPOF continues to stand beside correctional professionals and their families—when they need it most.