Inmate Services

Credit-bearing courses in prisons are transforming lives by offering accredited degrees and CTE certifications. With Pell Grants restored, quality standards now ensure these programs match college rigor-boosting employment and cutting recidivism.

Correctional counselors use trauma-informed CBT, DBT, and peer support to deliver mental health therapy in prisons. These programs reduce violence, lower recidivism, and help inmates heal from deep trauma.

Suicide prevention in jails and prisons requires trained staff, consistent monitoring, and systemic change. Learn how screening, observation, and training protocols save lives behind bars.

Inmate services in U.S. prisons include housing, medical care, education, and rehabilitation programs designed to manage security while preparing incarcerated individuals for life after release. These services vary by facility but are critical to reducing recidivism.

In-person prison visits reduce recidivism and strengthen families-but many states are replacing them with costly, glitchy video calls. Learn the rules, costs, and real impact on loved ones behind bars.

LGBTQ+ individuals face extreme violence, denial of healthcare, and solitary confinement in U.S. prisons. This article breaks down why they're overrepresented, how the system fails them, and what real protection looks like.

Coordinating with parole agents on reentry goals and compliance isn't about enforcing rules - it's about building trust, planning ahead, and connecting people to real support. Here's how effective reentry actually works.

Pregnancy in U.S. correctional facilities affects tens of thousands annually, yet prenatal care remains inconsistent and often inadequate. Data from 2023 reveals high live birth rates, limited abortion access, poor mental health support, and systemic barriers that endanger both mothers and infants.

GED and Adult Basic Education programs in U.S. prisons are mandatory, life-changing pathways that help incarcerated individuals earn a high school equivalency, reduce recidivism, and prepare for employment after release. Learn how the system works, who qualifies, and why it matters.

Prisoners must exhaust all administrative remedies before filing federal lawsuits. The PLRA makes this mandatory, with no exceptions for fairness. Learn how to follow the rules, avoid common mistakes, and protect your right to sue.

Documenting conditions claims for prison litigation requires strict adherence to the PLRA, detailed grievance filing, and precise legal documentation. This guide explains how to build a legally valid civil rights lawsuit from scratch-step by step.

Case plans that start inside prison and connect people to stable housing before release dramatically reduce recidivism. This is how correctional systems are making housing a core part of reentry - and why it works.