When you are separated from your loved one, a prison visit can be daunting. From planning the trip, to obeying the rules, it can be difficult to know where to start. Prison visiting rules can vary depending on the specific facility, the type of prison (federal, state, or local), and the security level (maximum, medium,…
Staying connected with your loved one in prison can seem intimidating. From navigating calls and emails, to visits and letters, there are many ways to stay connected. Taking time to visit them can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for your relationship. Here are a few things you can do to…
Sharing a meal with a loved one is one of the best ways to connect. Not only does sharing a meal create a time to be together as an ice breaker, it is a special bond in the life of every family. For those who have a loved one in prison, these such meals are…
There are few greater gifts you can give a loved one in prison than quality time. As you get ready to visit your loved one in prison, its crucial to make a plan. Planning your trip means you are creating the best experience in the visiting room. As you are planning to visit your loved…
If a loved one is incarcerated, you need to understand the difference – because they are very different institutions.
Visits are a great way to stay in touch, but they are also important for other reasons.
If you really want to know how your loved one is doing—go visit them. You learn so much more about how they are adjusting, if they are well, and the different programs they are participating in during a…
My baby met her daddy in prison
My baby, Bria, was just 3 days old the first time she entered a prison visiting room. She was there to met her daddy and her daddy was about to meet her. They were about to meet each other, and it was in a prison visiting room. I…