Inmate Services

Twelve-Step Facilitation in prisons has been proven to reduce relapse and improve long-term recovery better than many clinical therapies. It’s low-cost, evidence-based, and works best when staff actively connect inmates to AA/NA meetings before release.

Combining vocational training with substance abuse recovery in prisons cuts recidivism by giving inmates real job skills and the support to stay sober. Programs in Nevada and Michigan show this approach works better than either alone.

Stackable credentials in prison let incarcerated individuals earn recognized, transferable certifications that build toward degrees and real careers. With Pell Grants restored in 2023, programs in logistics, IT, and skilled trades are helping people build futures-not just survive sentences.

Co-occurring disorders in prison - substance abuse paired with mental illness - are widespread but rarely treated effectively. Integrated programs that address both issues together cut recidivism and save lives.

Prisons across the U.S. are banning legal books, dictionaries, and court guides under vague justifications like "sexually explicit" or "too large." This censorship undermines incarcerated people’s right to legal representation and violates constitutional protections.

Prison workshops operate under extreme security to prevent contraband, ensure product safety, and protect both inmates and staff. From tool tracking to X-ray inspections, every process is designed to stop danger before it starts.

Indoor gym activities like volleyball and floor hockey in prisons help reduce depression, violence, and recidivism. Research shows structured sports improve mental health, build teamwork, and prepare inmates for life after release.

Families of incarcerated individuals face crushing communication costs, with phone and video calls often costing hundreds per month. Learn how these fees are set, who pays the most, and what’s being done to fix it.

Measuring reductions in antisocial cognition during incarceration reveals how prison affects thinking skills like impulse control and emotion recognition. Research shows therapy can slow cognitive decline-but not reverse it. Real rehabilitation requires tracking these changes over time.

When a loved one is transferred between prisons, visitation rules, distance, and access change dramatically. Learn what shifts occur, how to adapt, and why maintaining contact matters more than ever.

Medical care in correctional facilities follows strict protocols for intake screening, sick call requests, and emergency response. From HIV testing to mental health checks and 24/7 access to care, this is how prisons ensure constitutional rights and public health safety.

Under the First Step Act, federal inmates can earn up to 15 days off their sentence per month by participating in work programs and rehabilitation activities. Learn how prison industry jobs like UNICOR qualify, who's eligible, and how to maximize your credits.