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TN DOC - Lois M. DeBerry Special Needs Facility (DSNF)
State Prison
DSNF 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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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders
You can support your loved ones at DSNF on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 615-350-2700.
Located at 7575 Cockrill Bend Blvd in Nashville, TN, DSNF carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. DSNF 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 TN DOC - Lois M. DeBerry Special Needs Facility (DSNF) 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 DSNF serves as Tennessee's primary clinical and mental health institution. Housing minimum to maximum custody male inmates requiring medical and/or mental health treatment, it accommodates up to 854 individuals on a permanent or temporary basis. Operational since 1992, DSNF replaced DeBerry Correctional Institute and the Tennessee State Penitentiary, named in honor of Representative Lois DeBerry, the first female Tennessee House Speaker Pro Tempore.
DSNF prioritizes quality medical and mental health care within a secure and respectful environment, ensuring compliance with TDOC policies and ACA standards. It houses the TDOC pharmacy and a state-of-the-art 14-bed Dialysis Clinic, serving as a transit center for inmate transfers. Additionally, it includes an assisted living unit, medical rehabilitation unit, health center, and emergency room, with a 12-bed secure ward in a Nashville hospital for specialized care.
Unsentenced inmates from county jails and invitees may be housed at DSNF due to medical and/or mental health treatment needs. The facility offers evidence-based programs like Adult Basic Education and vocational training, including Career Management for Success. It's a leading behavioral healthcare facility, offering psychotherapy, mental health support, sex offender treatment, substance use group therapy, and aftercare, with specialized units for acute mental health needs.
Approximately 250 inmate workers are employed in support roles including food services, janitorial duties, landscaping, inmate observation, and caregiving. DSNF's mission is to provide humane, secure care, respecting the rights and needs of patients while maintaining a safe environment for staff and inmates, thereby fulfilling its crucial role in the state's correctional and healthcare systems.
After processing, inmates are assigned to a housing area based on classification. Compliance with jail rules typically results in a lower classification and more privileges, while rule violations or additional charges lead to a higher classification and fewer privileges. Inmates serving as trustees within the jail undertake various tasks, including cooking, laundry, and commissary management, often receiving minimal compensation or sentence reduction for their services.
The state prison is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers.
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. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. 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.
Books and magazines 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. The Jail enforces 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.