The focus of this program is to educate inmates on primary prevention of HIV infection both inside and outside the institution. Additionally, inmates are educated about available services if they are infected. Connections Connections is a six month program for inmates identified with special learning needs. These classes are designed to help inmates develop more effective living skills to increase their ability to function within the institution as well as in the community upon release. This program offers six hours of group and individual counseling per week.
Services cover a wide range of areas for pregnant or postpartum inmates.
Mental Health Services Mental health services are provided to inmates who meet specific criteria. Those services include mental health screening and evaluation, case management, medication management, and crisis intervention. Mental health education groups and group therapy are available to qualified inmates. The focus of group treatment is maximizing independence and skills for coping with chronic mental illness. These groups meet weekly for programs provided facilitated by volunteer treatment providers.