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SCI Albion is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed
All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for State - medium facility.
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Located at 10745 Route 18 in Albion, PA, SCI Albion carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. SCI Albion offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.
When someone you care about ends up in a state prison, it can be tough to navigate the ins and outs of the system. From figuring out how to stay in touch to understanding what you can do to make their time easier, it can feel overwhelming. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get the lowdown on SCI Albion so you can stay connected and support your loved one during their time inside.
Communication is important, the prison offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.
While incarcerated, reading is often the best use of time. Please note that books and magazines, puzzles, and word searches ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.
SCI Albion, a mixed custody state prison, accommodates approximately 2,300 medium and close-custody male inmates. The facility offers a range of programs aimed at behavioral change, including sex offender treatment, alcohol and substance abuse programs, life skills training, and parenting courses. Inmates have the opportunity to work in the correctional industries program, which employs 90 inmates in a bagged inmate commissary service responsible for packaging and shipping orders to prisons statewide. Vocational training is available in computer technology, business practices, warehouse and material handling, and custodial maintenance, with industry certifications offered for most courses.
Covering a 357-acre area, SCI Albion includes 67 acres within the perimeter fence and encompasses 22 operational structures, including ten housing units featuring cells and dormitory-style accommodations. Special features include a Special Needs Unit (SNU) and a Residential Treatment Unit (RTU).
Academic education at SCI Albion extends up to the GED level, while vocational education encompasses business practices, custodial maintenance, and warehouse/material handling, among others. Most vocational courses offer industry-recognized certifications. Inmate programs cover a wide range of areas, including family relationships, sex offender treatment, re-entry preparation, substance abuse, and mental health support.
The correctional industries program includes a Commissary Distribution Center established in November 2010, employing 80 inmates to provide bagged inmate commissary services to seven assigned state prisons. The center processes, packs, and ships orders to these facilities.
In addition to vocational and rehabilitative programs, SCI Albion offers a Community Work Program (CWP) involving various projects in local communities. These projects include cleaning parks, painting, grounds maintenance for community organizations, and assistance with event set-up. Through these initiatives, inmates contribute positively to their communities while gaining valuable skills and experiences.