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TDCJ - Hilltop Unit (HT)
State Prison
Hilltop Unit is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed
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You can support your loved ones at Hilltop Unit on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 254-865-8901.
Located at 1500 State School Rd in Gatesville, TX, Hilltop Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Hilltop Unit 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 TDCJ - Hilltop Unit (HT) 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.
The Hilltop Unit caters to female inmates and boasts a capacity of 341 in the unit and 212 in the trusty camp. Custody levels range from G1 to G3, accommodating outside trusty individuals and youthful offenders. Spread across 1,283 acres, Hilltop shares its location with Crain, Murray, and Woodman units, collectively engaging in agricultural operations like cultivating edible and field crops, managing security horses and pack canines, and overseeing a swine finishing operation. Additionally, the facility hosts a garment factory for manufacturing and logistics purposes.
Operational efficiency is maintained through Region VI Regional Maintenance Headquarters and unit maintenance services. Notably, it serves as a Pre-Service/In-Service Training Facility and houses regional medical offices and training facilities, including the Larry Dowdy Conference Room and Training Center.
Medical care is comprehensive, with UTMB overseeing ambulatory medical, dental, and mental health services. Services are conveniently situated on one level, including housing tailored to accommodate CPAP users. Hilltop offers specialized treatment programs like the COURAGE Program for Youthful Offenders, the Sex Offender Treatment Program (SOTP), and the Sex Offender Education Program (SOEP), alongside the Champions Youth Program (CYP).
Education plays a pivotal role, offering literacy programs, special education, Title I initiatives, and various career and technology programs such as Business Image Management and Multimedia, as well as Central Texas College Academic courses. Additional services include a faith-based dormitory, adult education, life decisions program, HIV peer education, reentry planning, chaplaincy services, and the GO KIDS Initiative.
While community work projects are not conducted directly, the unit actively engages volunteers for substance abuse education, literacy programs, life skills training, parent education, support groups, and religious or faith-based studies and activities. Notable initiatives include Girl Scouts Beyond Bars, Truth Be Told, and the Women's Storybook Project, which enhance inmate rehabilitation and foster positive interactions.