Please use this thread to post which prison your loved one is currently located at. Please do not use this thread for general discussion. It is meant to be a resource to help PTO members locate other members that have loved ones in the same prison, or close by. If you wish to discuss a particular Unit, please start a new thread in the forum.

Thanks,
Fed-X

clinton is in the Southampton CC in Capron Virginia. He used to be at Greensville CC, but he likes this one more because it is small. the visiting time is very bad there is one visiting room and you can stay one hour....even when you come from Belgium!!!! they do have a new warden now and he is making some good inprovements. he seems to be a cool guy...that is what they say....

I don't have a loved one in Virginia but I've got penfriends in Sussex 1 (DR) and one in Wallens Ridge.

My hubbie is in Dillwyn soon to be coming to Missouri I hope!

My husband is in Lawrenceville. He has been in numerous institutions in VA, so if anyone ever has any ?'s I'll be happy to try and help....

Mine still is and might remain in the Lee County Jail in Jonesville.

My friend of nearly 25 years is in Deerfield, Capron, Va. Deerfield is right "next door' to Southamptom. There are many older inmates there, including my friend, for is 66.
Someone posted about Southamptom and that there was a new warden. Jim Beale was the warden at Deerfield and I know that he was soon to be going to Southampton, so I guess that is who the poster meant. If so, she is right: He is a cool guy and a good person. My friend was desvasted to see him leave.

yes HUGGYBEAR, I hear more and more good things from this new warden...but some stupid rules are made up by CO trying to impress the new warden. the prisoners must get up at 5.30h morning for count now...they never used to have to do that, but now they do...they all think this is such a stupid rule and they hate it. But as far as the new warden, he is still cool!

Joey is at Caroline Correctional Unit in Hanover County. The prison is physically located in Dawn, Virginia, but hardly anyone has ever heard of that!

I'm in Northern Virginia so it's an hour and 45 minute drive, which isn't bad at all!

JEN

My friend is in Pulaski Correctional Unit #1 in Pulaski, VA. He is only 10 minutes away so i go see him every Saturday. And with him being so close the calls from him cost less than $2 each time! He gets out in 6 months and he's soo excited! :D

Hi, Andy is in Halifax Correctional. He has been gone since December '97. He has been to 2 other prisons here in good old VA. I haven't seen him since he went to Halifax. It is a 4 hour ride one way from where I live. I just can't do it, and I feel guilty. I can't even remember how long it has been since I have seen him in person. To be honest, I think I have been shell shocked from the start and I am not too sure about anything. I am so happy to find this place. Finally, there are people who have a clue about this life. He has been blocked from calling home because I changed phone companies right before MCI pulled their stunt. We never talked much anyway. But now I feel very cut off knowing I can't talk to him even if I wanted to. His maximum release date is 9/04. He doesn't like talking about it at all. He says it just makes his time harder to do. I sit and try to figure out when he might be out considering good time. I just find it easier to ignore it too and just shoot for 9/04. I have a hard time dealing with this whole thing when I think about it too much. Because of this I think I have not been the best girlfriend/fiance'. I have been reading about all of you and now I feel this real need to find out all of the things I have been ducking. I really need to get my head together. I am glad to be here.

My loved one is in Nottoway Correctional Center...anyone else know anyone there?

My husband is in Petersburg federal but I am in N.C so he is 5 hours from me and i dont see him much at all.
Angie

My fiance is in Lunenburg Correctional Center in Victoria, VA about 15 minutes from Nottoway.

i have a friend of a friend at Wallens Ridge. Rough place!!

Virginia Correctional Center for Women (VCCW) and have a friend from VCCW who was transferred to Fluvanna Correctional. :(

my husband is in grundy county jail he is about 2 hours away one way

Last I heard, Steven was at Sussex I State Prison. My friend K.C. is at Indian Creek Correctional Center in Chesapeake.

My husband is Southhampton CC in Capron, va.

Kevin is at New River Valley Regional Jail (NRVRJ) in Dublin (near Blacksburg). I have found out that he will not be transferred, as he was sentenced to 12 mths, not more. Personally, I'm glad - I know I'll be worried sick if he's transferred. Good time is sposed to be 10mths, 19 days - and he's completed almost 7 weeks, so......I guess we're looking at early Spring 04. Tooooo long.

We are looking at the HEM program, so he can do 1/3 of his time and come home with an ankle bracelet. We're not sure if he will qualify or not, I pray that he is. Even if he's locked up at home, I don't think he would complain!!!

my fiance is at sussex state I in Waverly, VA. he has been doing his bid since 1998 and still has until 2007 to go. although he is only 2 hours away i don't get to see him very much because i am in college. i miss him so much and can't wait to get him home. he can't call me becaus emy mom has her phone blocked from collect calls so we don't talk unless he calls his sister and she calls me on three way, but i do make sre to write him at least once a week. well, i am glad that i have people to talk to that know exactly how i am feeling. thank you.

Ernie now is at Bland Correctional Center in Bland, VA. :(

My son Allen is at the VA. Peinsula Regional Jail in Williamsburg, VA. He has not gone to the DOC yet.

My boyfriend is in Rustburg Correctional Unit 9, located in Rustburg Va. He's not due to be released until Feb O5. I try to make the 1 hour 45 min. drive every other weekend.

My brother is in Petersburg, VA

My b/f will be entering Petersburg on Monday the 25th of Aug for 51 months. Any info I can get on this place would be appreciated. Not sure yet if he will be at the medium security prison or the minimum facility camp tho.

my brother is in lawrenceville. If anyone would like to write him. he needs a pal. he's a really good guy.

My brother is at Petersburg, medium. When you get there you have to fill out a paper at this shelter that looks like a bus stop outside. Then pick up the red phone and let them know you are coming up. DO NOT WEAR ANYTHING TIGHT. You might get pass one guard but it does not matter how long you are there every guard will eye you up and down. DO NOT WEAR SLEEVLESS SHIRTS not even under a jacket, they will not let you in. Lastly......pack you pants with toilet paper, the sets are hard as a brick. How do you say HEMORRHOIDS!!!!!!! Have fun.

OH MY HE IS HOME NOW , BUT I RECALL THEM TRIPS TO CAPRON , SOUTHHAMTEN , ECT , THEN WE WENT THE CULPEPPPER ROUTE COFFEEWOOD ,

95 S TO EMPORIA , TAKE THAT ROAD TIL DA RINKEE DINK GAS STATION , HOPE LIKE HELL THEY HAD QUARTERS , ( IFFIN U 4 GOT ) WHILE U WAS MAKING SURE U GOT EVERTING ELSE !!
MAKE THAT LEFT AND PICK U JOINT !! ALL NESTLED TOGETHER LIKE THAT , LOL FIRST TIME I SEEN A COW WAS DOWN THERE ! LMAO LMAO LMAO

My honey is in Big Stone Gap, Virginia at Wallens Ridge State Prison. He used to be at Augusta Correctional Center, Red Onion State Prison, and South Hampton. For whatever reason, he cannot behave himself so he was moved to a higher level classification.:confused:

Pokey is in Lawrenceville for now. He says he likes it there. The private camps are supposed to offer a little more opportunity to better yourself. I wish he'd get moved closer...

Carebear
My honey is so desperate to get transferred to Lawrenceville. Right now he is at Wallens Ridge, a super maximum security prison. Its up in the mountains in Big Stone Gap, Virginia in the mountains. Actually, it is on the Kentucky borcder line. If at all possible, please let me know any information that might be helpful about Lawrenceville. Me and my honey will greatly appreciate it. Feel free to email me at

My mother is in Goochland correctional center. Better than New River Valley Regoional Jail but definately not the Hilton!!!!

Deanna

my beautiful fiance' is in the brunswick women's work center in lawrenceville, va. she has been there 4 1/2 years. she did 2months in the botetourt jail, 7 months at goochland and 1 year at fluvania. she is very happy where she is now. we are allowed visits on saturdays, sundays and holidays from 8:30 to 3pm. it only has about 190 women there and they all work.

have 3 pen-friends in Fluvanna Corr Center for women

Hi I'm new and the last time I saw my brother was when I was in the 8th grade or about 14 years old. I'm twenty now and he was at Red Onion for an unarmed robbery charged, then a a correctional officer made some accusation about force he used and he was moved to Red Onion. Now, he's back at Wallens Ridge and I'm going to see him for the first time pretty soon. I'm going to be a criminal defense lawyer for people like my brother and the 18 yr. old young woman named Joanna who's in prison for a possession charge but it was in her house and not on her person. I don't think the system works to the advantage of the people with less influence and leans more towards the people and children of people with the money. I'm going to start off as a public defender because it starts there and hopefully I can prevent 18 yr olds and 20 somethings from having their adolescence ripped out of their hands because they are to be made an example by the attorney general or judge of that state.

Pokey just got moved to Southampton Work Center yesterday. He's only about an hour away now. I can't wait until they update his freakin time. His review was in May.

My hubbie is in Arlington County Jail and is due to be sent to prison any day for 10 to 12 years. I don't where they'll send him. I'm sad.....

wow stafford im next to quantico , arlington , been there .i no longer have anyone in va state now only pen pals and family in others , nice to see state moving up , ( as far as family ect posting ) im here !

My honey is at Greensville Correctional. He was transferred from a different state. Out of 10 years being incarcerated its the best place he's been so far.

my baby Aaron is in USP Lee camp in Jonesville VA.

My best friend is at Petersburg, Has anyone heard whether they're going to bring back the federal parole release? Does anyone know where a person can write to recieve a time cut? What is the best federal prison in Va? I'd welcome any help people can give me! Sorry for all the lock ups!

My husband is at Petersburg Low. It's okay there but I've only been several times being that I live 12 hours away.

my son chris is in the bristol city jail. he is waiting to go to one of the prisons we have no ideal where. i cant believe they take the men out of the city jail in the middle of the night and they ccant even tell their family where they will be until they get there. i know i am scared to even think about what it will be like there. he will be gone for 4 snf 1/2 more years. it is hard not to be able to hug him when i want. we have always been so close. oh by the way i am new to this it makes me fell better to find this site and read all the comments from other family members.
my prayers are with you all and please rembember my chris in your prayers.
chris; mom

chris is still in the bristol va city jail. they are not in a hurry to send him anywhere. he thinks his time will go faster if they move him. is there any way we can get them to move him or do we just have to wait? any one have any ideas. thank for your help.

Petersburg FCC for us.

My boyfriend is at Deep Meadow Correctional Center in State Farm, VA.

A friend of mine is at Sussex I state, in Waverly Virginia, although he's been moved around alot.

Does anyone have a loved one in LEE USP?

My husband is in Newport News City Jail, about to be sent to the city farm. My nephew is at the Regional Center near Williamsburg, VA.

Hi, acajose7,

Welcome to PTO!

Patti

My fiance is in Lunenberg Correctional Center in Victoria, Virginia. About a 3 hour drive from Va. Beach.

My hubby's at Coffeewood CC still....but only until July 14th wooooooooooooohooooooooooooooo it's almost over!!!!!!

chris is now in tazewell the councelor has told him he will be going to marion soon. any one know anything about marion.

My husband is transferring to USP Lee and I would like more info about this placeMy husband is in Lawrenceville. He has been in numerous institutions in VA, so if anyone ever has any ?'s I'll be happy to try and help....

My baby is at Southhampton CC. The visits are not so bad sometimes you get more than an hour. I think the new warden will do some good and make some changes.

[SIZE=3]My baby is at Riverside Regional. If anyone has any info to give me please do!!! I wanna know what he's going through and what to expect when I visit.
Jess :idea:

My husband is at the Hampton Roads Regional Jail in Portsmouth, Virginia.

chris is now in tazewell the councelor has told him he will be going to marion soon. any one know anything about marion.

Hi Chris's mom:

I don't have any loved ones in Marion, but my husbands best friend is a psychologist there, for the past 3 yrs. We had hoped that when my husband was sent to New River that they may send him to Marion, as he has problems with severe depression/anxiety/ and social phobia (when not on meds - and New River wasn't giving him them). Kevin wanted to go. But, he wasn't wasn't anywhere near being MArions classification.

Marion is a State Hospital, it's used for the those with less than a normal metal capacitation, major psych problems (Schitzophrenia, etc). The care there seems good, you wear civilian clothes, they are required to give smoke breaks every hour, you can get weekend passes home. The drawback: Once you're in the State Hospital system, they tell you when you leave. If the judge gave you 3 yrs, and at 3 yrs, the staff feels like you still need more therapy, they can keep you until you're 100% ready.

You can go to the VDOC site (http://www.vadoc.state.va.us/), you can probably get the site for MArion and find out more info. My husband had applied for many jobs there (he's a counselor), but unfortunately, now that he's a felon, I don't think they'll be asking for any more interviews. I'll ask our friend who is a Dr. there about the patient care (considered patients, not inmates) about what he thinks about it compared to prison. I've actually bought some of their art projects they do - they make extra money working on things (like I have a cow mailbox and some windchimes) and it helps with outings they go on. Oh, there are different areas of the hospital that aid in different types of mentally ill. Some are just there because they prisons cannot keep up with their medication management, some are suicidal, some have mental disorders that they need to work on before being let out in society. Sometimes it's temporary - they may go back to a rregular prison, most are there until they're ready to go.

I hope that helps a little. If you have any specific ?'s, just pm me and I'll ask our friend. No problem. I talk to his wife every single day and she can always relay a question for me.

Marci

My Hubbie has been sent to Powhatan Correctional Cent in State Farm, Virginia. :(

[Hi there, I am looking for a guy that I believe is there, do you know how I can find out for sure. His name is David F. Montgomery. I would love to find him.
thank you

Hello, I was wondering if maybe you could tell me how to find out if my friend is at USP Lee. His name is David F. Montgomery, and is serving life. I would love to be able to contact him..thank you
ConnieMy husband is transferring to USP Lee and I would like more info about this place

[Hi there, I am looking for a guy that I believe is there, do you know how I can find out for sure. His name is David F. Montgomery. I would love to find him.
thank you


Hello you can got to inmateplus.com and put in his name and it will pull up the correctional center he is at. If he is there it will give you all the information you need. Good luck

chris is now at the wise corecctional center he says its not to back except for the food,we have 3 years 6 months and 14 days left hope it goes fast

Hello everyone im new here but i just wanted to know if anyone else has a loved on in Lee County and if so do you think that you could tell me more about it such as the visitation rules. I am traveling from New Mexico to Viringia to see my boyfriend in May and i want to know all the ins and outs before i go and visit. Thanks for any help that anyone might give.---Diana

My ex husband, the father of my 6 yr old son, is at Deep Meadow CC in State Farm VA

hunny welcome to pto my son is in the wise county correctional center all i can tell you is that you must have a pictured state issued id you can only take in $10 in change you can go to the state of virginia web site click on correctional and find out all you need to know im sorry i havent been much help. please make sure you know the rules you are traveling along way to be turned down. you can also call the prison and they will help you.or the ones we have dealt with have.

I would love to talk to Radford Chick about the pulaski facility

anyone here have loved ones in Dillwyn? My bf was in Deep Meadows for a while but was moved to Dillwyn last year. I would LOVE to talk to anyone who knows anything about it

My husband is at Riverside Regional Jail in Hopewell
Anyone else's man in there?

My husband is thinking of transferring to Lawrenceville. Can you give me some detailed info on what the dress codes are, the co's, visitation rules and times in comparison to the other places. Right now he is in Nottoway and it is a nightmare. I would really appreciate it if you could answer these questions for me.

sincerely,
Natram

My husband is considering being moved to Lawrenceville. I would really appreciate it if you could give me as much info you can on the visitation times and days /rules and how strict they are, the c.o.'s, the dress codes or anything else that may be helpful. We're hoping to find some place better than where he is now (Nottoway). I would really appreciate any info you could provide me with and would be glad to help you in any way I could.
sincerely,
natram

My wife is at Puemansend Creek Regional Jail right outside of Fredericksburgs. She gets hom June 2007. She's trying to get transferred to a state facility, but isn't sure if she's at the best of evils. DOC Classification is saying she's going to do her whole bid there (she's doing 5 years). THat's a long time in a regional with only 2 hr visits a day on the weekends. Since I live in MD and no longer drive, the kids and I only see her every couple of weeks. It sucks. We used to go every sat and sun, but now we don't drive so...

Hi, My husband is going to be in FCC Petersburg, VA. I welcome any information you might have for us. Thank you. :rolleyes:

My son is at Sussix II in Wavery . An awful place.

Jerry is at Wallens Ridge now. He went there today...god be with him...

My husband is in Riverside Regional Jail since he got arrested 4 weeks ago. He had 5 charges so I don't know what will happen to his hearing on April at the trial court.

My friend is currently at Sussex II State prison.

my fiance was transferred to his final destination for the next 3.5 years.he is at lawrenceville now.he was at sussex 1.that was a level 5.he is in a level 3 now.he likes it alot better than the last one.it is a privatly owned facility. it is far from me but i am happy if he is.

My husband is Riverside Regional Jail in Hopewell, Virginia. He is in the Housing Unit #1E. Anyone is in that unit?

my son chris is now at keene mtn. in keen mtn va somewhere next to grundy va i am not sure where it is i havent got to visit yet. he is on lock down. if any one knows anything about this prison would you please contact me. i hope to get to visit soon.

Hi there,
Hope you and your son are in the Best of Health and Spirits.

I have no personal knowledge of Keen Mountain...but have read about it online at Virginia Department of Corrections. I also have heard from my son that is where he hopes to be transferred to in the near future. He is in a Level 5 facility. What I read is Keen Mountain has all the trade programs for incarcerated persons. It has more jobs. It is one of the better rehabilitation prisons in Virginia...and we all know how poor a job Virginia does in rehab of incarcerated persons. Also, you can simply type online in Yahoo, Keen Mountain State Prison to find out all you can from there.

Just a reminder, if you plan to visit and need a hotel, go online and get a cheaper rate...

So you know, my son has been on lock down many times. Not because he did anything, but because someone in their pod did and called for them all to be locked down... It is being in the "hold" or "catching a charge" that you need to worry about... It means your truly did something wrong according to DOC... Lock down is common throughout Virginia prisons...

I hope for you and everyone with Prison Talk all the Best. God hears all our prayers...We must Believe in Them...

Nettie

NETTIE,
thanks for your reply chris is doing ok when he called today he said i still cant come and visit when i do i can only visit through glass he has no idea what is going on he has had 4 punishments for the same offense. now they sent him a letter that he is going to have another displinary hearing on the same thing sound like they have no idea what is going on. i believe they are just trying to break him. we can not have contact visit for 6 months. i dont understand he doesnt want me to try and find out what is going on. i really dont know what to do, but i cant go against what he wants.

Hi again,
Good that Chris was able to call.
If Chris ask that you not get involve, respect his wishes for now. However, you can call to introduce yourself to his counselor. To make sure that the his counselor has all the correct contact information on file. To let the counselor know that he has family that care and plan to take active part towards his rehabiliation and re-entry process to society when release. At that time you can ask about his status and how he is doing? There's nothing wrong with introduction. In fact, I personally encourage families to do so. Go on record that your love one has family whom are supportive of that loveones rehabiliation, especially since DOC doesn't. Just be professional and keep it to the point and not make it personal.

On a personal experience note... Chris needs to correct the disciplinary problems he is experiencing. How you come into the system can follow you every where you go. He must decide whether he wants to do his time constructively or do hard time. I am not saying he is doing anything wrong, only that, there is something going on with his actions that are resulting in so many incidents. To be at a Level 4 facility which is not a Max and you not being able to visit for such a long period means he is headed for rough times... In fact, at the hearing can lead to him being sent to "Red Onion" state prison and ask anyone about Red Onion...it is the Max of the Max for behavior problem inmates. Some like it at Red Onion... You have your own cell, but you are locked down 23 hours a day. You have no tv or radio unless you send him the monies to get it...and I am not sure whether they are allowed to have these things. It's no picnic and it doesn't look good on any one's record to say, you had to go to Red Onion. Now my son is at Level 5 which is a Max and he hasn't had any incident... Praise God...for the truth is, there you are with Lifers like Red Onion...There it isn't any joke and no one is joking with you... There, no one wants any trouble for the freedom and enjoyment they have can be snatch away... The older inmates make it clear to the new and young, don't come here starting up...messing up...or they will turn on you... So it's more stable there... Everyone owns their own TV, cassette and etc... However, they are locked down 23 hours, wrongly so, they are suppose to get 3 hours rec a day, but you know how that is, they do what they want and find a reason to justifiy it... However, at the Level 5 prisons, they do welcome family intervention and will work with families, such as they have with us and others...

So, please for Chris sake and yours... Tell him to cool down... Simply follow the stupid rules to have and keep his mouth shut... Take the time to find out about the prison and how it is run... It is better to listen than to talk to fast... It takes about a year to understand the place... He doesn't want the reputation of a trouble maker...for both the inmates and CO will be on his case... I don't Chris religious beliefs, but if he believes in God, tell him to pray daily... Ask God to make each and every day bearable... You pray daily that he is in the Best of health, Best of Spirits and Safe...and pray for his cell partner for he has to live with whomever they put him with...

Lastly, I think the reason they might not be allowing the crossword is because of his problems... This is how they do you... To show Chris whom has the power... Let them have the power... But Chris must believe he has the strength to prevail all the powers of the wickness through doing himself...making the best of his situation...and understanding he isn't allow...He isn't the only one... That before him was others and there will be others after him...

All the Best,
Nettie




NETTIE,
thanks for your reply chris is doing ok when he called today he said i still cant come and visit when i do i can only visit through glass he has no idea what is going on he has had 4 punishments for the same offense. now they sent him a letter that he is going to have another displinary hearing on the same thing sound like they have no idea what is going on. i believe they are just trying to break him. we can not have contact visit for 6 months. i dont understand he doesnt want me to try and find out what is going on. i really dont know what to do, but i cant go against what he wants.

nettie, thanks for all your replies they are so helpful. chris has never been a trouble maker but he is very out spoken he is a person that is always right (most the time he really is) he is a very kind hearted person someone that could be taken advantage of easily.i believe his bigest problem is that he just can not stand for himself and other to be treated less than human. i believe that he will accept that he is at their mercy and settle down. my prayers are always with him and he prays daily for strength.

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Hi There...

A dear friend directed me to a site called, "Resource Directory for Prisoners"
http://www.naljor.com/resourcedirectory.htm
It has some really great information for incarcerated persons, families, ex-offenders, re-entry... Listed below are excerpts from their directory. If you like it and agree...Copy it and send it to your incarcerated loveone and others... Just wanted to share

A Few Things To Think About If You Are Incarcerated

Despite difficult obstacles, there is much you can do, while incarcerated. The following is a list
of ways to minimize the negative impact of your experience and maximize the positive.

The recidivism (backsliding/relapse) rate for prisoners across the nation is approximately 80%. This rate drops to about 20% when prisoners attend any type of educational program. Our experience has been that the recidivism rate is even lower when prisoners attend spiritual programs such as ours.

- The Gangaji Foundation Prison Program

Since more than 90% of the nation's prisoners are eventually released, it is important that you work toward the following goals:

Choose your battles (your primary focus):

1) Your personal growth should be the focus of your efforts. Don't dwell on issues of your status in prison, the staff at the institution, or your fellow prisoners. You can't control your environment, but you can control what you do with your own life.

2) Grievances and litigation are expensive, time-consuming, generally unsuccessful, and frustrating. Concentrate on bettering yourself. There are self-help and religious materials available which can assist you.

3) There is no significant merit to being the center of attention or a staunch defender of what's right. It is counter-productive to cultivating serenity.

4) Prepare mentally and emotionally for your eventual freedom. If you are a lifer, or even if you are in for a specific term, your "freedom" increases as your own inner attitudes and perceptions change for the better. If you are looking at getting out at some point, then practice visualizing and feeling those positive activities and interactions you will have with people when you get out. This type of visualization is helpful for creating your future.

Nurture relationships:

1) Understand that others on the streets do have a life and many responsibilities (especially in view of your absence), and may not be home whenever you call.

2) Correspond with those who are positive, supportive, and helpful in terms of a positive future.

3) Do not abuse telephone privileges. It is expensive.

4) Letters, calls, and visits should focus on positive issues and free world events, and not be a gripe session regarding prison policies. Ask your loved ones to focus on the positive as well.

5) Be supportive of others on the street. The inmate is not the only one who has problems. Be sensitive to your family's difficulties. They may experience changes in income, responsibilities, residence, etc., possibly because of your absence.

6) Because life in the free world may be hectic, you may have to do more than 50% of the work to maintain the relationship. Remember, your close friends and family are "doing time" with you. Be grateful for those who remain loyal and supportive. Don't waste time and energy being angry with those who cannot be supportive.

7) It takes time to build on relationships, to get to an intimate level. Be sensitive to opportunities to discuss your background, offense patterns, etc. Learn to listen.

Contribute to your environment in a positive way:

1) Contribute your gifts and talents to help individuals and organizations in and out of the prison environment.

2) Your offending behavior was a part of your life, not the whole thing. Certainly there is a need to take responsibility for your past actions and address psychological issues with honesty and without denial. However you must also learn to build on the positive aspects of who you are. Build on positive personality traits and qualities and stop playing the old negative self-talk tapes.

3) Be aware of all possibilities for participation at your facility in positive, self-enhancing activities. Learn what is available. Like any new living experience, you must seek ways to participate. Check with staff or fellow inmates to learn what activities are available and how to go about getting involved. You will have to take the initiative to find these. Read bulletin boards, talk to counselors and chaplains for suggestions.

4) Find a suitable job and work hard at it. It may differ from your free world profession, but make the best of it.

Find ways to grow: Nurture your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health:

1) Learn a creative hobby.

2) Read the classics of spiritual and world literature. Read something besides novels. Consider reading the Bible, Koran, Talmud, Bhagavad Gita, Dhammapada, Upanishads, and so forth. Study self-help, metaphysical, or ageless wisdom literature. In this way, you can learn to understand yourself better, understand the larger view of human evolution and the universe in which we live, understand the deeper psychological and spiritual aspects of personal transformation, and learn to train yourself to be of service to others.

3) Educate yourself. Consider psychological, self-help, spiritual, or vocational correspondence courses. Earn a GED or other educational diploma or certificate. If you have a degree, take courses, if available.

4) Attend church services and Bible studies. You will find that the Christian path is deep, profound, and capable of bringing total renewal and transformation to your heart and mind. However, this requires that you really understand the teachings, understand who Christ truly is, and that you let both the Christ and his teachings deeply into your heart.

5) Attend groups who are studying Buddhist teachings such as Tibetan Buddhism or Zen. The Buddhist teachings of all lineages offer the most profound path to transformation and awakening. If you are diligent in studying and practice you will gain deep insight into the exact causes of unhappiness and suffering, you will learn how to transform your perception of reality so as to end your confusion and suffering, and ultimately you will awaken your heart and mind with wisdom and compassion, bringing benefit to all beings.

6) Attend meditation groups. The practice of meditation is by far one of the single most powerful practices you can do for personal transformation and awakening. Meditation helps you to know yourself at the deepest levels of your being. It has also been proven to be an excellent practice for emotional and mental stability and reducing stress.

7) Join civic clubs (e.g. Jaycees, NAACP, etc.), if available.

8) Learn to play a musical instrument.

9) Learn to exercise regularly. Your institutional meals may not be satisfying, so you may want to balance that factor in positive and healthy ways. Discipline yourself to not overeat; not eating too much is a major factor in creating and maintaining good health. If it is available, eat as much raw, uncooked foods as you can (salads, vegetables, etc.). Cut down on your intake of meat and eat more vegetables or grains. Take care of your health, medical facilities will not be extensive. Get your sleep and rest.

Take charge of your recovery:

1) Request therapy, if available. Most programs have waiting lists based on parole eligibility. Show significant interest in participation. Sometimes it can help in getting enrolled.

2) Study self-help literature. It is available by mail.

3) Join a self-help group, such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Sexaholics Anonymous, or start one if none are available.

4) Perform an honest evaluation of your psychological (emotional and mental) maturity. Your psychological identity may have been very difficult to discuss in your regular life setting. But you must look at this seriously as you study your offending behavior. Be honest with yourself; you will be happier.

Plan for your release:

1) Begin planning as soon as possible, but no later than six months before your release date.

2) Line up treatment, therapy, a support group, and/or a place where you gather with others for your spiritual practice.

3) Locate potential housing.

4) Make plans for transportation which may include obtaining a driver's license.

5) Locate employment or employment services.

6) Be realistic about employment possibilities. Consider your energy levels as you make these plans. You have not been accustomed to a real world work place. Know your emotional limitations; know your physical limitations. You may have many parts of your life you are putting back together besides work. Don't overwhelm yourself with a heavy work load at first.

7) Plan to take care of yourself first. Once that is done, you will be in better position to help others.

All the Best,
Nettie...

My husband in in Powhatan Reception Center located in State Farm, Virginia. If anybody has any questions, I'd be happy to answer them.

My future husband (August 19th is our wedding date) is located at Brunswick Correctional Center. Its a nice place.

My husband is in USP LEE< Jonesville Virginia, just visited him and it was womderful to see him!

my husband has been at powhatan reception center in va for a week now

My friend is at southampton correctional center. Please use this thread to post which prison your loved one is currently located at. Please do not use this thread for general discussion. It is meant to be a resource to help PTO members locate other members that have loved ones in the same prison, or close by. If you wish to discuss a particular Unit, please start a new thread in the forum.

Thanks,
Fed-X

I have a friend in Southhampton CC also. The visits are not too bad its the line waiting outside in all kind of weather i dont like but if that is what it takes to see him it is worth it. My baby is at Southhampton CC. The visits are not so bad sometimes you get more than an hour. I think the new warden will do some good and make some changes.

My husband is at Deep Maedows in Powatan. I haven't gotten to visit b/c he is being classified. I live in Madison Co. with my 2 babies and I work in Charlottesville. When I can visit, I could give someone a ride. I might also like to take turns driving.

My husband in in Powhatan Reception Center located in State Farm, Virginia. If anybody has any questions, I'd be happy to answer them.
Not king's wife. Please tell me what a contact visit is like? He was transferred July 2 and I only got a 5 minute call and haven't heard anything else. I've heard it is a good place to be if you have to be there.

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The man I love is in Sussex 1 State Prison.......It is in Waverly VA 4hrs away from me....I got a letter today from him and thought he was released to go home but they put him in prison


I LOVE YOU BRYAN ALWAYS AND FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My friend is in Petersburgh FCI. I didn't visit yet but will soon

My Husband was at Peumensand Creek Regional Jail in Bowling Green, VA. It was great for the visits. Just like visiting a hospital waiting room with TONS of toys for the kids. Of course that is the contact visits only, the non-contact are HORRIBLE!

My fiance is located at Pulaski Correctional Center. He has been there since June 24, 2004. I would love to speak with someone who might know something about this facility, because I believe they have infringed on his rights. I am new to this, due to the fact that I was a correctinal officer for several years until John stole my heart, so I gave up my career. I hope no one holds this against me. It would be great to talk to someone who understands and is not judgemental. Any information and/or friendship would be greatly appreciated.:)

My husband is currently in Lawrenceville VA, not to bad as far a facilities go but if there are questions will be happy to help.

My boyfriend is in the Virginia Beach Correctional Facility. I haven't visited him yet, nothing but letters so far :).

My husband is at Coffeewood Corretional Center in Mitchells, VA

My friend kevin is in Nottoway. He was my first love. I just contact him for the 1st time after we broke up since we were 15 years old. He has been in there since we were 17, we are 31 now. I wrote him. He wrote back. When he did he gave me his mom's# because she and I were close when we were together. I always loved him.
He said it was meant for us to meet again. what should I do?

I,m sorry we were 16 when we broke up.

My Husband is in Augusta Correctional in Craigsville Va. He's been in SouthHampton in Capron and Sussex II in Waverly Va. I am in NC. He is 5 hours away. We just got married 6 June 04. We have been dealing with this for 15+ years.

keen mountain

That is a long time. I can relate but the good thing out of this is Kevin gets out in 2008. His time was reduced. He was to get out in 2011...Stay strong!

My dear gets out in 08' as well, he is in FCC Petersburg.

I know you can't wait like me peachez.

Tinaj, I just wish they would surprise him with some time cut or something!

I know but if you look at it 2008 will be here before you know it.

My husband is in Lawrenceville. He has been in numerous institutions in VA, so if anyone ever has any ?'s I'll be happy to try and help....

Do you know anything about Nottoway work center?

My fiance is in Lunenburg Correctional Center in Victoria, VA about 15 minutes from Nottoway.
Do you know anything about Nottoway?

Try this http://www.vadoc.state.va.us/facili...ns/nottoway.htm (http://www.vadoc.state.va.us/facilities/institutions/nottoway.htm)

Dillwyn VA DWCC Hoping that he gets out soon. I have friends in Goochland and MCC. They let out two of my female friends that was in for non-violent crimes drugs, they did not know each other, lived different locations, VA and they passed to drug related deaths. I came to this website not just for me, for we, all of us. :( We all have a path. Know teens locked up also. Sad

My Fiancee is Pamunkey Regional Jail.

My husband has just went to petersburgh FCI in hopewell.Does anyone know about this place? When will he be able to call home?:(

My friend is currently in Western Tidewater Regional Jail in Suffolk, Va and will be moved to Indian Creek Correctional Center ( in Cheaspeake, Va) in a few months. I also have a brother in Nottaway Correctional Center. I live in Bladensburg, MD - 5 minutes from the Washington DC line. So the drive for me is about 2-3 hours.:)

Please use this thread to post which prison your loved one is currently located at. Please do not use this thread for general discussion. It is meant to be a resource to help PTO members locate other members that have loved ones in the same prison, or close by. If you wish to discuss a particular Unit, please start a new thread in the forum.

Thanks,
Fed-X

I have finally found a friend that I have been searching for for years. He was just transfered from Lawrenceville to Lunenburg. Can someone tell me what the institution is like? What are the visitation procedures? Are there contact visits? Is it in a large room with many people? Can I send books, magazines, money or photos? Any information on this institution will be helpful. I drove all the way from Maryland to surprise him at Lawrenceville and was told that I had to change because I couldnt wear jeans. And was also informed that he was transfered to Lunenburg the day before. Not to mention that I had to stay in a hotel room overnight in Richmond because my car broke down. Three and a half hours of driving and $350 to be dissappointed.

My husband is in USP LEE, Jonesville, VA

My loved one is in Nottoway Correctional Center...anyone else know anyone there?Mine is there too...I should be coming down to see him on NOV 20th:)

I have a fiance in Nottaway, I don't like that place.:( I live 5 hours away so can only see him about once a month. As for the prison he used to be in Southhampton I liked it there much better I was on first name bases with the officers, the new warden came right before my baby got transfered, Nottaway is way different, he can't stand it and neither can I

Does anyone here know anything about interstate transfers from another state to VA? What states does VA have an agreement with? How hard is the process to go through? any info at all will help. Thanks.

my best friend, my husband to be the love of my life is in haynesville virginia he is two hours away and its so hard to go since they are so strick on the hours that you are thier i really hate it, but when i don't go i miss him so much although we talk to each other its not the same but i love him he has five more years in january we will do the wait

My husband is in James River CC at State Farm and a friend just got moved recently from Sussex1 to Buckingham.

bEKITA AND 3 EAGLES,
Welcome to pto. I am glad you have found your way to such a great support forum. When i first came to pto the va forum was more active it has slowed down some. Va is a bad state for our loved ones to be incarcenrated in, I guess you know that there is no such thing as early release. There is a bill out there that may give us some hope to bring our loved ones home early lets pray that it will pass this time around.
Again welcome and if I can ever help just let me know.
Sandy

My loved one is in Nottoway Correctional Center...anyone else know anyone there?
I have a brother in Nottoway Correctional Center. I plan on seeing him soon. Where is it located?

Last I heard, Steven was at Sussex I State Prison. My friend K.C. is at Indian Creek Correctional Center in Chesapeake.

Creamyalmondz, I have a friend that will be sent to Indian creek from Western Tide Water Regional Jail very soon. Is Indian Creek pretty descent? Do you have any information on them?

Could you PM me and let me know if you have any information.

Thanks,

Butter

Butter: my fiance is currently at indian creek. he has been there since march of this year. i dont think its that bad visitation wise, but for the inmates, unless they are ready to spend hours upon hours in "groups" its tough. my fiance is waiting to be transferred again which should happen in the next week or so. he hates it there but its very convenient for me. the guards were fine. they have to pass some type of test before they can get visits unless you are immediate family wife, mom, etc. i used to get to visitation at around 830-9 on sat and sun and i choose to leave between 1230-130 so that was always cool. let me know if you have anyother questions. Mariokrt99

My husband is in Lawrenceville. He has been in numerous institutions in VA, so if anyone ever has any ?'s I'll be happy to try and help....
My boyfriend is in Lawrenceville. For a prison its a pretty decent place with a pretty nice staff. I wish they did he visitation a little differently, but hey atleast I get to see my baby.

Butter: my fiance is currently at indian creek. he has been there since march of this year. i dont think its that bad visitation wise, but for the inmates, unless they are ready to spend hours upon hours in "groups" its tough. my fiance is waiting to be transferred again which should happen in the next week or so. he hates it there but its very convenient for me. the guards were fine. they have to pass some type of test before they can get visits unless you are immediate family wife, mom, etc. i used to get to visitation at around 830-9 on sat and sun and i choose to leave between 1230-130 so that was always cool. let me know if you have anyother questions. Mariokrt99
Thanks MarioKrt99 for the info.

My baby just got moved from indian creek to greensville in Jarratt Va. I am visiting him for the first time next week ( havent seen him in two years) anyone know what the visiting is like in that prison???

[QUOTE=LeeLee]My husband is in Lawrenceville. He has been in numerous institutions in VA, so if anyone ever has any ?'s I'll be happy to try and help....[/QUOTE


My husband is in Sussex I he was shipped out of the local jail (aka h%ll) December 28, 2004. Do you know anything about that? Is it maximum or not? He is in for a probation violation but the jail couldnt find out why he was having chest pains and sent him off.

I don't have a loved one in Virginia but I've got penfriends in Sussex 1 (DR) and one in Wallens Ridge.Do you know anything about Sussex I. My husband just got shipped there December 28, 2004?:confused:

Last I heard, Steven was at Sussex I State Prison. My friend K.C. is at Indian Creek Correctional Center in Chesapeake.My husband is at Sussex I...do you know anything about that place? He was sent there December 28, 2004.

my fiance is at sussex state I in Waverly, VA. he has been doing his bid since 1998 and still has until 2007 to go. although he is only 2 hours away i don't get to see him very much because i am in college. i miss him so much and can't wait to get him home. he can't call me becaus emy mom has her phone blocked from collect calls so we don't talk unless he calls his sister and she calls me on three way, but i do make sre to write him at least once a week. well, i am glad that i have people to talk to that know exactly how i am feeling. thank you.my husband was sent to Sussex I December 28, 2004 and I know nothing about it. Seems we have a lot in common. I cant go see mine and doubt I ever will get to. My car is dying and the kids well I can only take 2 at a time and will need to get a sitter for the other one. I also want to mention that he is more than 233 miles away and I would need to go through Charlottesville and over Afton mountain(my dad lives in Richmond and it takes him 6 hours to drive there) and then go through Richmond. I know that they have death row inmates there and dont understand why a man who missed an intake appointment had probation revoked and was sentenced to 18 months? Do you know anything about this place? My husband hasnt even been able to call.

Hi I'm new and the last time I saw my brother was when I was in the 8th grade or about 14 years old. I'm twenty now and he was at Red Onion for an unarmed robbery charged, then a a correctional officer made some accusation about force he used and he was moved to Red Onion. Now, he's back at Wallens Ridge and I'm going to see him for the first time pretty soon. I'm going to be a criminal defense lawyer for people like my brother and the 18 yr. old young woman named Joanna who's in prison for a possession charge but it was in her house and not on her person. I don't think the system works to the advantage of the people with less influence and leans more towards the people and children of people with the money. I'm going to start off as a public defender because it starts there and hopefully I can prevent 18 yr olds and 20 somethings from having their adolescence ripped out of their hands because they are to be made an example by the attorney general or judge of that state.GOOD LUCK!!! I am trying to improve the conditions at the Roanoke City Jailin VA. I think the guards that are in charge of rules there are Nazis. They make the rules and break them when ever they want. They have a doctor there that doesnt do nothing for the inmates. They threatened to put me in jail because I was arguing with a guard over an opinion. I have never been in any kind of trouble. I have been told to shut up, stop and told that I could only visit for 10 minutes cause time was running out and I had been there since 7 pm and it was 9:10 pm when I got in and only 2 groups had been in. They didnt start visitation til 8pm and this is an everyday thing down there. They beat the inmates til they beg for them to stop and then they laugh at them and make fun of them. This jail had a guard smuggling in cocaine in Sept 2004, a man died there the weekend before Thanksgiving and then the Wednesday before Christmas they released the wrong inmate. Yet the governor, congressman, city manager, delegate and mayor tell me NOTHING can be done. Now his 10 and 11 year old boys live with their mother whose boyfriend threatened to kill them Christmas eve and the guard told him he can do NOTHING. He was sent to Sussex I in eastern VA Dec 28, for a probation violation, for breaking into his own apartment. I support you, something needs to be done for the people who fall through the cracks. My husband had a public defender and he could seem to care less. I should have gotten my dad to get him a lawyer. Any advice on this?

my fiance was transferred to his final destination for the next 3.5 years.he is at lawrenceville now.he was at sussex 1.that was a level 5.he is in a level 3 now.he likes it alot better than the last one.it is a privatly owned facility. it is far from me but i am happy if he is.

My husband just got sent to Sussex I Dec. 28, 2004. CAn you tell me anything about it and what to expect?

my fiance went to sussex 1 from vb jail. it was awful i felt like i was more shell shocked than he was at first. he was locked up 23 out of 24 hours a day and during that one hour sometimes he was allowed to try to call me if he couldnt or i didnt answer then that was too bad. visitation was ok! i only drove 1 1/2 hours to see him and i went every saturday but only some guards would let me stay over the hour time limit. hopefully if you are coming from farther away then you will be able to stay longer. is he doing his whole bit at sussex or is it just for reception? my fiance was only there for reception so that was good. it did take them FOREVER to get my paperwork processed i think it was like 4-6 weeks before i got to see him...stay on top of them if you have to wait for that ok. good luck to you both and let me know if you have any other questions. i hope i was of some help to you!!!

The man I love is in Sussex 1 State Prison.......It is in Waverly VA 4hrs away from me....I got a letter today from him and thought he was released to go home but they put him in prison


I LOVE YOU BRYAN ALWAYS AND FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My husband just got to Sussex I. Like you I live far away. I did a mapquest thing and it said it is 4.4 hours away. Or 233 miles away. I live in Southwestern VA and was wondering where you are at. They took my husband out of the city jail at 4:30am and they continued telling me that he was still in jail until after 9 pm that night. According to the UN standard minumum rules for the treatment of prisoners...they were suppose to notify his spouse or nearest relative or other of the transfer IMMEDIATELY. I dont think that 16.5 hours is immediate!

My friend kevin is in Nottoway. He was my first love. I just contact him for the 1st time after we broke up since we were 15 years old. He has been in there since we were 17, we are 31 now. I wrote him. He wrote back. When he did he gave me his mom's# because she and I were close when we were together. I always loved him.
He said it was meant for us to meet again. what should I do?Follow your heart! I didnt know anything about my husband's law trouble until we got together. I have learned now that justice isnt justice and the law is not what I had always thought it was and I cant believe some of the things that go on in jails and prisons. Follow your heart...if you dont, you will always wish you had. I have always done that and never regretted it.

my fiance went to sussex 1 from vb jail. it was awful i felt like i was more shell shocked than he was at first. he was locked up 23 out of 24 hours a day and during that one hour sometimes he was allowed to try to call me if he couldnt or i didnt answer then that was too bad. visitation was ok! i only drove 1 1/2 hours to see him and i went every saturday but only some guards would let me stay over the hour time limit. hopefully if you are coming from farther away then you will be able to stay longer. is he doing his whole bit at sussex or is it just for reception? my fiance was only there for reception so that was good. it did take them FOREVER to get my paperwork processed i think it was like 4-6 weeks before i got to see him...stay on top of them if you have to wait for that ok. good luck to you both and let me know if you have any other questions. i hope i was of some help to you!!!
Thanks. I got a call from my husband last night! He called to get the information off my license so I can visit him. He told me that he was locked down 23 hours a day and the guards are @$$hole$. He also said they cut all his hair off (which wasnt that much anyway..his hair was in a high and tight military style sort of), they made him shave off his little beard and his moustache too. He is still losing weight. He said the food is the same as the jail here. He said that his cellmate is from the same city so when I can I am going to try to go with her...I will buy all the gas and help her drive if she will supply the car...he is giving my cell # and home number to her. So wish me luck. He did say that he will be there for 30-45 days then they will send him where he is suppose to finish...I hope its better. He is trying for Tazewell or Troutville VA. (I dont remember the name of the one in Troutville). Since he is bi-polar you would think that they would try to help him that way. Thanks for the information...I am just so tore up about it all. I am still using my West Virginia driver's license and am afraid to change it now like I had planned to because he needed the license # off it. How long was your fiance's reception? Thanx so much for replying to me, it helps to know some things sometimes. Then sometimes I wish I didnt know. I am still sitting around crying for hours on end everyday.

Thanks. I got a call from my husband last night! He called to get the information off my license so I can visit him. He told me that he was locked down 23 hours a day and the guards are @$$hole$. He also said they cut all his hair off (which wasnt that much anyway..his hair was in a high and tight military style sort of), they made him shave off his little beard and his moustache too. He is still losing weight. He said the food is the same as the jail here. He said that his cellmate is from the same city so when I can I am going to try to go with her...I will buy all the gas and help her drive if she will supply the car...he is giving my cell # and home number to her. So wish me luck. He did say that he will be there for 30-45 days then they will send him where he is suppose to finish...I hope its better. He is trying for Tazewell or Troutville VA. (I dont remember the name of the one in Troutville). Since he is bi-polar you would think that they would try to help him that way. Thanks for the information...I am just so tore up about it all. I am still using my West Virginia driver's license and am afraid to change it now like I had planned to because he needed the license # off it. How long was your fiance's reception? Thanx so much for replying to me, it helps to know some things sometimes. Then sometimes I wish I didnt know. I am still sitting around crying for hours on end everyday.Thanks jimmy's girl for the advise.

My boyfriend is in Southhampton in Capron VA wanted to know if anyone else has someone there. Would love to talk to someone out there! I miss my baby so much it kills me.

My friend is at Sussex I. I was trying to find someone like lives in the hampton roads area of virginia that may want to carpool on weekend visits.

My husband is at Sussex I State Prison.

My hubby is in Powhatan

my boyfriend is in sussex 2 state prison.. so its a little harder for me to go see him. but i try to get down there every sunday or every other sunday! Anyone else have someone in Sussex, you can feel free to contact me!

Angela

:) My dear husband has been incarcerated for four years. Each year on his birthday another year passes. Actually we are approaching the 4th year in February. He was in Petersburg City Jail first, then Riverside Regional Jail a few miles from Petersburg, then he was transferred to receiving in South Hampton Virginia, next he was moved to Greensiville Correctional Center and now he is in Baskerville Correctional Center. He is my heart. I haven't missed too many visits within that 4 years. We have 2 more years to go. We are truly soul mates and I am eternally grateful to have him in my life. I am currently in Petersburg, Virginia. If anyone has loved ones in this area I will be more than happy to assist you with information you need to know in reference to contacting, visiting etc. Feel free to e-mail me.
I have a brother in SUssex I state Prison and a brother in SUssex II state prison.

my husband is at nottoway correctional center



Please use this thread to post which prison your loved one is currently located at. Please do not use this thread for general discussion. It is meant to be a resource to help PTO members locate other members that have loved ones in the same prison, or close by. If you wish to discuss a particular Unit, please start a new thread in the forum.

Thanks,
Fed-X

My loved one is in Nottoway Correctional Center...anyone else know anyone there?

MY SON IS IN POWAHATAN RIGHT NOW BUT NOTTAWAY IS ONE HE COULD BE TRANSFERED TOO. WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFO YOU CAN OFFER. THANKS

My husband is in Petersburg Federal. Not that great of a place but I guess it could be worse.

my boyfriend is in riverside regional jail in hopewell, va. anybody else who has a boyfriend or anybody in riverside that can give me info. about it..like visitation days and time, and what its like there?
thanks

i need info on a man who was released on july 7 2003 could u ask ur hubby for me is name is derrick eugene massie...please help me i am desperate.....My husband is considering being moved to Lawrenceville. I would really appreciate it if you could give me as much info you can on the visitation times and days /rules and how strict they are, the c.o.'s, the dress codes or anything else that may be helpful. We're hoping to find some place better than where he is now (Nottoway). I would really appreciate any info you could provide me with and would be glad to help you in any way I could.
sincerely,
natram

do you still talk to your friend kevin?
has he ben in nottoway all this time?
i need some info it is VERY important...please write me back My friend kevin is in Nottoway. He was my first love. I just contact him for the 1st time after we broke up since we were 15 years old. He has been in there since we were 17, we are 31 now. I wrote him. He wrote back. When he did he gave me his mom's# because she and I were close when we were together. I always loved him.
He said it was meant for us to meet again. what should I do?

My brother Joey is locked up at the Virginia Beach Jail. All he ever tells me is how half the food they get is rotten, there is no medical help at all (he has wisdom teeth about to break through his regular teeth and no one will see him) and how people constantly threaten him and no one does anything. I think its sad that they treat these people like they are less than human. I mean he hasnt even been convicted of a crime, yet he is treated less than human. He was denyed bail even tho he has never been in any trouble before - the judge handed the paperwork to the bailif before the witnesses were even heard. Its ridiculous. Anyone elses loved one at this jail?

Nikki

Allen is in Powhatan Correctional Center, which is in State Farm. Last week he put in for a transfer to Coffewood Correctional Center in Culpepper.

I Just Wanted To Say Hello To You..i Saw That Your "hubby" Was In Lawrencville So Is My "soul Mate". I Do Not Really Know Of Anything About That Facility..i Just Moved Back To Va From Mississippi (air Force). Thanks Kathy

Dillwyn and other friends in and out of correction centers in Virginia all my life

My brother is currently incarcerated at James River CC. He was sent there after being convicted of killing his estranged ex-girlfriend. He is the second man in my life serving time. The first being the love of my life. My brother was given 10 years. He has to do 85%. Virginia's judical system sucks. It is a sad situation when an accident takes someone's life, but it is an even sadder situation for the offender to live with the guilt.

My husband is in Augusta Co. jail waiting for Grand Jury in Aug. then down the road.................again, to god knows where!

My sweetie is in Powhatan Correctional Center. I am very new to all of this... the prison system (so absolutely no family support... except from his) and the online stuff.. so have lots of questions and concerns

My husband in in Powhatan Reception Center located in State Farm, Virginia. If anybody has any questions, I'd be happy to answer them.

Were you married before he went in, do you know anything about getting married there?

Hi everyone!!

I have a PP in Craigsville, VA. He is a good person. I wonder if there is ANY substance abuse programs for them to attend or complete. I have no idea what is available, as far as options to gain credit towards the Good Conduct Bill there in VA.

I wish happiness and peace to all the mothers, wives, and girlfriends out there, and to their men. I hope the time goes by for both and all of you fast and easy!!!xoxoxox

My fiance is in Buckingham CC. He has been there a few months, before that he was in Wallens Ridge (that place sucked). He has kind of been alot of places: Southampton, Greenville, Keen Mtn, Wallens Ridge, Red Onion.

Hi, My son is at Mecklenburg Correctional Center in Boydton, Virginia as of yesterday 5-10-05.
Is there any one out there whos love one is in Mecklenburg that can tell me anything about the place? It is a 4 hr. drive for me... I think. I can not see him untill 5-21-05.
Please pray that God will supply me with the finances to be able to see him.

When the night falls around me I fall asleep in tears cause all I can think about is my son and what he is going through.

My husband is in Keen Mountain Correctional Center located in Oakwood, Va. He previously was in Red Onion State Prison located in Pound, Va. I also have loved ones at Sussex located in Waverly, Va.

Hey, wow, I finally found someone who has a love one in Jonesville, VA. Lee County. I also have a loved one there. Have you visited him there? I haven't, I have plans too. I even plan on relocating just to be near him. I live to far from VA, all the way up in New York.



Mine still is and might remain in the Lee County Jail in Jonesville.

Hey whats up, I have a loved one there, I just dont get to see him because Im up in NY, but I am planning on relocating to be near him. Wish me luck
Does anyone have a loved one in LEE USP?

Yea I do. have you been there to visit? I havent to way up North, planning on relocating just to be near him, wish me luck

Does anyone have a loved one in LEE USP?

I have a loved one in Virginia Beach Correctional Center, soon to be transferred (?)
Any comments on what this facility is like will be helpful---thanks!

My boyfriend is in the Virginia Beach Correctional Facility. I haven't visited him yet, nothing but letters so far :).
I hear visitation there sucks (?) I haven't visited yet either but he say's it' s difficult to hear anything that is said there and the food is terrible. He will be transferred elsewhere soon, has your boyfriend been sentenced yet?

Hi, My son might be going to Brunswick. Are they aloud outside there?

He is in Mecklenburg right now. He likes it there because they can go outside all day. But that is a temp. place till he goes to prison. Can yo tell me more of what to expect there?

usp lee va

my b/f is in indian creek correctional center

my husband was in bristol virginia, but i was told this morning he was sent to bland correctional center

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my loved one is in usp lee county in jonesburg,vaPlease use this thread to post which prison your loved one is currently located at. Please do not use this thread for general discussion. It is meant to be a resource to help PTO members locate other members that have loved ones in the same prison, or close by. If you wish to discuss a particular Unit, please start a new thread in the forum.

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hi i see that u have a loved one in usp lee county. what are is closest to them. i am from upstate ny and i was wondering what hotels are there. or if greyhound goes close to thereusp lee va

hi i live in upstate ny & my loved one is in usp lee county have u been there yet. i want to go visit really bad. let me knowHey whats up, I have a loved one there, I just dont get to see him because Im up in NY, but I am planning on relocating to be near him. Wish me luck

hi, my boyfriend is at greensville correctional in virginia, i live in london and it is so difficult being in a long distance relationship. I cry nearly everyday. I can't wait to see him. I'm coming to the virginia in 06 and i want to know how i can get from richmond to greensville by public transport.:)

Hello All, My Son Was Just Transfered From Powahatan To Keen Mountain. If Anyone Can Give Me Any Information About This Place, I Would Really Appreciate It. Im Scared For Him. He Is 24 Yrs. Old, And So Far From Home. I Am Trying To Go Up This Week-end And Visit, But Dont Know How To Get There. Also Trying To Find A Motel Room, But To No Avail. We Are About7-8 Hrs. Away From This Facility. Help!!!!
Thanks To You All

Hi My Son Has Just Been Moved To Keen Mt. It Is So Far Away From Us. Do You Have Any Information You Could Share With Me? My Son Is 24, And Has Alot Of Yrs. Before Him. I Am Going To Try And Go See Him This Week-end, And I Am Trying To Find Somewhere To Stay Down There. Please Let Me Know Anything You Can, Thank You

My man is located in Red Onion State Prison... I'm located in Northern Va.. so it's about a 6 hour drive for me to get there... :) He's been moved around all over VA tho...

Son is in Wallensridge in Big Stone Gap, RIHD offers a bus ride (nominal fee) to Wallensridge, Red Onion and Keen Mountain that leaves from Richmond.
804 737-9624 visit their web site www.RIHD.org

RIHD offers a 2day bus ride (nominal fee) to Red Onion, Wallensridge and Keen Mountain. Bus leaves from Richmond.
804 737-9624
www.RIHD.org (http://www.RIHD.org)

my fiancee' is at buckingham correctional center

My Brother is in August Cf in Craigsville VA

My husband is at Coffeewood Correctional Center. It takes me 6 and half hours driving to visit.:(

My son is at Kenne Mtn he has been there about 15 months now.He has not had any trouble there. He says that you just need to stay away from gangs and mind your own bussiness.
The prison sits on top of a mountain in the middle of nowhere. There isnt a motel there in the community but there is one about 12 to 15 miles away in Clay pool Hill.The prison isnt hard to find. there is a sign right where you need to turn.
Visitation there isnt bad I havent run into any trouble except one time that was when he first went there. The visiting room is always full and very loud. Always call before you drive there to make sure they are not on lockdown. If your son knows that you are coming and they have lockdown they will ask if they need to call anyone.They have lockdown often.Most ot the guards are very nice. Be sure and follow the dress code I have seen people turned away.
If there is anything I can do to help just let me know.
Sandy

Mecklenberg for classification

My man is at Sussex 1 in Waverly. He was at Wallen's ridge before that.

My sweetie just got transferred from Lawrenceville to Pulaski way the hell out in the other part of the state. Hes about 5 hours from me... Im in Richmond. Im not happy about it, but I know its just one step closer to him coming home to me.

I have a friend at Sussex 1 in Waverly. He has been in since 1999 on a life sentence.

Indian Creek Correctional

My Sweet Love Fuzzy was just transferred to Dillwyn Correctional Center from Mecklenberg CC.

Paul is at Wallens Ridge...If anyone knows anything about the facility, please e-mail me at

http://www.vadoc.state.va.us/facilities/institutions/wallensridge.htm

Here is the link to the doc website with a bit of information.

[COLOR=red]My husband is at Augusta Correctional Center in Craigsville Virginia... I live in the Hampton Roads area. There is Bus/Van that goes out there every third Sunday in the month from this area. Any questions email me at [COLOR]

My friend has since been moved to Keen Mountain. He is in awe of the place, from his description of it compared to Sussex 1, Keen Mountain is like Club Med.
I have a friend at Sussex 1 in Waverly. He has been in since 1999 on a life sentence.

hey everyone been sometime since i was on here, but only because i have been dealing with so much, trying to find out about getting my husband transfered out of there, there is so much illegal and cruelty that goes on in there. no im sure its not the worst place but i dont care for it

Looking to see how many others on here have loved ones in South Hampton feel free to email me at
:(

LADIES, IF YOU HAVE A LOVED ONE IN PRISON IN VIRGINIA, THIS IS IMPORTANT TO YOU!!!

Hello ladies. I am am a member of the Virginia Cure. Virginia Cure is a non-profit organization whos goal is positive prison reform. They were very instrumental in loggying for the bill that will make the Va prisons use a debit system starting in Jan. 2006 (This means they may be able to use calling cards).

WE NEED YOUR HELP PLEASE! IF you are interested in seeing your loved one earn good time that can possibly cut theie time (up to) half off, based on behavior and their commitment to education, this is for you. We are fighting for a bill called the Senate Bill (SB) 805 or LERA. If passed, time could be knocked off the time based on behavior and educational performance. Please do the following:

Go to the Virginia Cure Website: www.virginiacure.org (http://www.virginiacure.org). Look over the material and mke you and you loved one a member.

There is a yahoo group alled virginiaprisoners. I belive the address is: virginiaprisoners@***********.com. If I am wrong, or you can't get to it, please email me and I will give you the correct info.

We need people! We need people to get involved and make thier voices heard by emailing, writing, and calling thier state legislatures. We need people to go to hearings, contact the media, churches, and other social organizations. If you have a skill, or don't, we need you. If you have any questions please feel free to email me. A lot of our incarcerated loved ones know about this bill. Some think it has died. Some think it will pass. Some are banking everything on it. The truth is, it has been table. We are trying to get public awareness going so it can make it through subcommittee.

Hey Virginia members! My baby is in Keen Mountain Correctional Center. Anyone else who has a loved one there, please pm me at anytime!

My husband is an inmate at Pittsylvania County Jail in Chatham Va. I travel from Staunton Va. [last name starts with "C" for visiting days coordination] lisa

Can someone please tell me if when you visit a loved one in VA DOC can you visit on both Saturday and Sunday?

Yes you can and on major holidays

Can someone please tell me if when you visit a loved one in VA DOC can you visit on both Saturday and Sunday?

Call The Prison! Most of them I believe you can. However, where my husband is, they use the even/odd system. If the last number of the DOC number is an even number, then you will visit on the day that is an even number (My husband is even, so I will see him this Sunday on the 16th). The same goes for odd. The rule also applies for holidays. If New Years Eve falls on Saturday, then they will treat New Years Day (1st) like it is an even day. They will take turns for Christmas. This year the odds will have it, next year the evens will have it. So please call the prison just to make sure...

My finacee is in Hamilton Correctional Facility, Jasper, Florida

Thanks you guys...My man hasn't been sent to a prison yet but its just a waiting game he will be soon Im sure

indian creek correctional .....

Kevin just transfered from Nottoway to southampton not to long ago.

My daughter is in Fluvanna and I have a friend at Wallens Ridge

Any information about visitation at Haynesville would be appreciated. Son just got there today, moved from Southampton.

Thanks!

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Yes the prison my friend is in is Wallen Ridge State Prison, in Big Stone Gap, VA

Hello I'm trying to fine my friend that is surpose to be at Wallen Ridge State Prison. He hasn't wrote me for a while getting alittle worryed! His name is David Lewis Booker. If you no anything about him please let me no.
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One Love

Hello All!

Virginia allows inmates to get care packages twice a year. The first one is around Easter, and the second one is around the Christmas holiday. So, right now, you can order a package for your loved one until the November 15. You can order online, via the phone, or by mail. The website address is: www.acs-us.com (http://www.acs-us.com). If you have any questions you can email me at. I really hope this helps!

There can be many reasons why you have not heard from your friend. He could be out of paper, stamps, etc. Or if he has just been moved there from another facility it could take a while for them to get his money on his books. Be patient, Im sure you will hear from him soon. My friend is in Wallens Ridge also. Good luck and dont worry.

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My son is at Lawrenceville Correctional Center.

my Baby Is In Lawrenceville Correctional Center. Has Anybody Heard Anything About The Sentence % Is Gonna Be Reduced??????
he's Been There For 9 Years Alredy I Wanna Reopen The Case, But I Cant Find A Lawyer That Could Reopen It, If Anybody Out There Has More Info About That Please Get Back To Me.
Thank You!

Does anyone know anything about Chesapeake City Jail? My friend was transferred there and is participating in the work release program. I'm just looking for info on the place and would appriciate any knowledge someone may have ~
Thanks!

i live in fl and my husband is in Greensvills, anyone have a loved one in there? i drive to see him every 6mo.

My Brother Is In Botetourt In Troutville Virginia.
8 Monyhs 4 Days To Go.

My fiance is in Greensville Correctional Center, which is located in Jarratt, VA.. His first transfer was to Deep Meadow Correctional Center, which was about 25 minutes from me in State Farm, VA (right next to Powhatan Correctional Center).. I was so happy when he got moved to Deep Meadow, and 4 months later, I moved only 25 min from him, and week and half later, they transfered him an hour away... He gets home in 5 months 4 weeks & 1 day.. I cannot wait!

I have one childhood friend in August C.C., in Craigsville, VA; a friend in Keen Mountain; and a friend in Powhatan C.C.

My son is in Beckley Wa.

My loveone is in Susanville ca

Hi Everyone,
My son finally was transfered from Wallens Ridge to Augusta. Praise God! I will be using the Monthly Bus Service with Assisting Families of Inmates who goes to almost all the state prisons except Keen Mountain, Red Onion & Wallens Ridge. If you need to contact them the number is (804) 643-2401. Also, because the Bus only goes once a month, I will be driving from Richmond,VA to see my son, and if anyone wishes to share gas expense, let me know. Contact me directly for Augusta call
(804) 737-9624
Also for those who have love ones at Keen Mountain, Red Onion & Wallens Ridge our
nonprofit organization does monthly VAN trips these prisons.
Here's Our Information:

"Ain't No Mountain High Enough" Monthly Van Trips - 2/3 DAY VISITATION
Keen Mountain - Red Onion - Wallens Ridge State Prisons
VAN DEPARTS: Friday @ 12 Midnight ARRIVES @ HOTEL: 7 am
VAN RETURNS: Sunday/Monday(Holiday) 7 PM

VAN LEAVES: FairField Commons Mall (formerly East-Gate Mall)
Nine Mile Road
Richmond, Virginia 23223

VAN: $75 RIHD, Inc. Member
$80 Non-Member

RIHD, Inc. Discounted Hotel Rate: Pay At Check-In
$22 - Share 2 Queen Size Double Room
$45 - Single Queen/King Size Room

Additional Information: (804) 422-9150
(804) 737-9624

Go To: www.RIHD.org

ALL TRIPS ARE NON-PROFIT EVENTS
All TRIPS INSURED
PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS

Peace and Blessings
Lillie

Hello!

My husband is at Augusta Correctional Center right now. However, he is trying to get moved to Baskerville (I believe it's called) next year because he qualifies for a 1 high. Does anyone know anything about Baskerville? How is the visitation and so forth? All info will be greatly appreciated...

My husband was just moved to Lawrenceville Correctional Center which is about 6 hours away. We (my daughter & I) went to see him for the first time since he was moved there the trip was long, my daughter and I were exhausted and after a 6 hour drive and a two hour wait in line we finally got a one hour visit...no extended visits due to the crowd this past weekend. I hated it...to drive so far with a 1 1/2 year old only to have to turn around and drive back home after visiting for only an hour. We couldn't afford a motel and will be lucky if we can afford the gas to go see him once a month instead of what was weekly visits. Why does the DOC move your loved ones so far away? ARGH!!!

My mother is in Goochland correctional center. Better than New River Valley Regoional Jail but definately not the Hilton!!!!

Deanna

We must live close Deanna. I live about 20 minutes from Goochland Correctional Center.

:)

My baby is in Lunenburg, can anyone please tell me about this place. I have to travel from Charlottesville to Victoria just to see him. Are they strict on visits and dress codes for visits?

Well, David has managed to end up back at the Fairfax Co Adult Detention Center AGAIN. Another year and a 1/2. Will he ever learn?

My husband is at Riverside Regional Jail,
awaiting trial Jan. 11, 2006

My fiance is in Lunenburg Correctional Center in Victoria, VA about 15 minutes from Nottoway.
Hi, Im new at this, so I hope this is right. My son is at Lunenburg. He was transfered there from Lawrenceville which was ok. I haven"t visited there yet & probably wont since he'll be home in 5 months after a 51 month sentence. Its been a long haul. Sorry I only found this site a few weeks ago & its been great reading about all of your loved ones & knowing theres people out there just like me.

My boyfriend left Lawrenceville nearly two years ago, he moved down the street to Brunswick. Nothing has currently changed regarding SB805 for the good conduct allowance. The 2006 session convenes on January 11th! Hopefully since Virginia has this new governor we can get this passed. It was passed to a committee for review. Let's all pray because this will be a blessing for many! Best of luck to you.

My son was just trasferred to Keen Mountain. Has or does anyone in here know anyone in this center, can you tell me anything about the prison? Other then it sits ontop of a large mountain in Oakwood VA?

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Earls Mom

My fiance is in virginia beach correctional center...waiting to see how long he will be away from me:( Does anyone know someone in virginia beach??