George W. Hill Correctional Facility
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Three Ways to Put Money on Commissary at George W. Hill: Online, Lobby Kiosk, and Phone
The easiest way to add money to someone's commissary account at George W. Hill is online through OffenderConnect.com. You'll need a MasterCard or Visa (credit or debit works), and you can do it from anywhere. Deposits post quickly, and the site runs 24/7. Helpful if you're out of town or need to get funds on the account after hours.
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How to Register for In-Person Visits at George W. Hill Correctional Facility
In-person visits at George W. Hill start with the incarcerated person—not you. Once they've added you to their approved list, you'll use GTL VisitMe to register and pick a time slot.
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Scheduling and Preparing for Video Visits at George W. Hill (the 2–7 Day Window and GTL VisBridge Setup)
Video visits at George W. Hill work well when you nail two things early: book within the facility's 2–7 day window, and test your device with GTL VisBridge before your start time.
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Visitation
- In-person visitation is offered Monday through Friday from 8:45 AM to 10:00 PM depending on housing assignment.
- Each incarcerated person is authorized one visit per week, which may be a video visit or an in-person visit.
- Up to three visitors may attend a visit; visitors under 18 count toward that limit and must be accompanied by an adult.
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- Video visitation is offered Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 9:55pm based on housing assignment.
- Video visits must be scheduled 2–7 days in advance and are conducted from a remote location.
- Visitors must be on the inmate’s authorized visiting list; the inmate submits the list to a Case Manager and approved visitors register on the GTL site to choose a timeslot.
Mail & Letters
- As of June 20, 2022, paper mail (letters, drawings, pictures) is scanned and delivered to inmates via tablet.
- Attorney‑client privileged mail is excluded from the facility’s digital scanning process.
- Send physical mail and money orders to the facility PO Box and include the inmate’s full facility name and ID number on every item.
Sending Money
- Commissary deposits can be made online via OffenderConnect, at the lobby kiosk, or by telephone.
- Phone deposits require the facility Site ID (93) and the inmate’s first and last name and date of birth (including year).
- Transaction fees may apply to phone deposits depending on the vendor.
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Visitation
Visiting at George W. Hill Correctional Facility takes some setup, but the steps are straightforward. First, the incarcerated person must submit a visitor list to their Case Manager. Once you're approved, create a username and password on the GTL site, wait for your approval email, then log in to pick an available time slot. In-person visits run Monday through Friday from 8:45 AM to 10:00 PM, with exact times depending on housing assignment. Each incarcerated person gets one visit per week—either video or in-person, not both. Up to three visitors can attend, and minors under 18 count toward that limit (they must be accompanied by an adult). Bring a current, valid government photo ID. Physical contact isn't allowed, and contraband or disruptive behavior can lead to restrictions or an indefinite ban.
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George W. Hill Correctional Facility offers remote video visitation Monday–Friday from 9:00am to 9:55pm. Exact times depend on the incarcerated person's housing assignment. All video visits happen from a remote location and must be scheduled 2 to 7 days in advance. The process works through GTL: the inmate submits a visitor list to their Case Manager, and once you're approved, you register on the GTL site and pick an available timeslot. You'll also need the VisBridge desktop application for online video visits—download and test it before your appointment to avoid technical problems. All video visits are audio/video recorded and monitored. Inappropriate dress or behavior can end the visit immediately and may affect future visiting privileges.
Read full guideMail & Letters
George W. Hill Correctional Facility scans most paper mail—letters, drawings, and pictures—and delivers it digitally to inmates' tablets. Attorney-client privileged mail and photo albums are excluded from scanning. Physical personal mail and money orders should go to the facility's designated PO Box. Include the inmate's full facility name and ID number on every item. Books, magazines, newspapers, and religious literature must ship directly from the publisher or a bookstore. Hardcover books aren't permitted. Bookstore shipments are limited to four items within a 30-day period; publisher shipments have no limit. Some items—like postage stamps, stationery, and envelopes sold through commissary—can't be received through the mail. Packages are normally prohibited unless requested through the Case Manager and approved by the Warden. Tablets are provided by ViaPath. For digital messages or tablet funding, you'll need a GettingOut account.
Read full guideSending Money
You can add money for someone at George W. Hill Correctional Facility three ways: through OffenderConnect online, at the kiosk in the facility lobby, or by phone. For phone deposits, you'll need Site ID 93 plus the inmate's first and last name and date of birth (including the year). Multiple payment methods are accepted, and deposits usually post quickly. Have the inmate's identifying details ready before you start—any vendor transaction fees will show up during checkout. If you're funding a specific account type (commissary/trust vs phone/prepaid), follow the vendor or facility prompts to make sure the money goes to the right place.
Read full guideCommon Questions
Showing 6 of 12How many visits can an incarcerated person at George W. Hill have each week?
Each incarcerated person is authorized one visit per week. That weekly visit can be either a video visit or an in-person visit.
VisitationWhen are in-person visits held at George W. Hill?
In-person visitation is offered Monday through Friday from 8:45 AM to 10:00 PM. The exact time depends on the incarcerated person’s housing assignment.
VisitationWhat do I need to do before my first visit to George W. Hill?
The incarcerated person first submits a visitor list to their Case Manager for approval. Once you're approved, create a GTL account, wait for the approval email, then log in to choose an available time slot.
VisitationWhat are the video visiting hours at George W. Hill Correctional Facility?
Video visits are available Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 9:55pm. Visiting times operate by housing assignment.
CommunicationHow do I register and schedule a video visit at George W. Hill?
First, the inmate submits a visitor list to their Case Manager for approval. After you’re approved, register on the GTL site and choose a timeslot within the facility’s 2–7 day scheduling window.
CommunicationDo I need special software and are video visits recorded?
Yes. GTL requires the VisBridge desktop application for online video visits—download and test it before your scheduled time. Video visits are audio/video recorded and monitored. Inappropriate dress or behavior can end the visit and may lead to a suspension of future visits.
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George W. Hill Correctional Facility is located in Pennsylvania. Masks aren't required for visitors, though the facility strongly encourages them. Worried about closures or schedule changes due to bad weather? Call ahead — a phone number is available for updates.
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