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How to contact an inmate at Maine Correctional Center

Last Updated on May 21, 2023

A friendly help guide for Maine Correctional Center. Learn how to find an inmate and send letters, photos, and more.

How to contact an inmate at Maine Correctional Center

This help guide will walk you through how to connect with an inmate. Follow the steps below to find an inmate and send letters and photos:

  1. How to find an inmate online
  2. How to message an inmate
  3. Sending photos and postcards
  4. Frequently asked questions about Maine Correctional Center
  5. Overview of Maine Correctional Center
  6. Inmate services at Maine Correctional Center

Here's a short video on how to contact an inmate at Maine Correctional Center:

How to message an inmate

How to message an inmate at Maine Correctional Center

You can use your phone or computer to send emails letters, and photos to an inmate. Messages are sent electronically to inmate tablets or kiosks at the facility. If you would like to send an message, start by searching for an inmate at Maine Correctional Center .

Sending Photos and Postcards

How to send photos and postcards to Maine Correctional Center

A great way to send love and support to loved one at Maine Correctional Center is to send photos and postcards. It only takes a few minutes to send photos from your phone and it makes a huge difference. You can also mail postcards with words of support and inspiration, or design your own postcard for special moments like birthdays and holidays.

Important! Be sure not to send any explicit photos or they may not be approved by the facility. You can also use a photo printing app like Penmate to make sure your photos are printed at the correct size (4x6 or 3x5) and are mailed according to the rules and regulations of Maine Correctional Center.

Frequently asked questions about Maine Correctional Center

  1. How long does it take to deliver a message?

    If you're sending an email message your letter is usually delivered within 24-48 hours. For messages sent via mail you should expect delivery within 3-7 days. All messages will need be approved by Maine Correctional Center.

  2. How much does it cost to send a message to Maine Correctional Center?

    You can send a message free using your phone or mail a message via USPS for the price of a $0.60 stamp and envelope. You can also purchase credits or e-stamps from services starting at $1.99.

  3. What services can I use to contact an inmate at Maine Correctional Center?
    Penmate

    You can use Penmate to send letters and photos to an inmate from your phone. It's a easy way to stay in touch during your loved one's incarceration. Use the inmate locator to find an inmate's location and contact information, then you can send messages within a few minutes.

    Securus messaging

    Securus may be another option for communicating with an inmate at Maine Correctional Center. You can create a friends and family account and purchase credits to send messages. All messages will be reviewed and must be approved by the facility.

    JPay

    Some county jails and state prisons may support for sending messages with JPay. You must register an account with the system, find your loved one, and purchase stamps to send messages. For some locations you can also attach photos.

    Smart Jail Mail

    You may also check if Smart Jail Mail is available at Maine Correctional Center. Smart Jail Mail is operated by Smart Communications and has contracted with some state and county jails. After purchasing credits, your messages and photos are sent to the facility, printed out, and then handed out to your loved one.

  4. What is the mailing address of Maine Correctional Center?
    Mailing address:

    Maine Correctional Center
    17 Mallison Falls Rd
    Windham , ME 04062
    (207) 893-7000

    Business hours:
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Overview of Maine Correctional Center

Maine Correctional Center is a state-operated prison facility located in Windham, Maine. It is designed to hold 440 individuals who have been convicted of crimes and sentenced to incarceration. The facility operates on the principles of safety, security, rehabilitation, and re-entry, with the aim of reducing recidivism rates and promoting re-integration of inmates into society.

The prison is classified as a multi-level facility with different levels of custody. Inmates are classified according to their behavior, risk, and needs such as medical or mental health requirements and are housed in different units of the facility. The prisons also offer several programs and services like education, vocational training, religious services, libraries, substance abuse treatment, and mental health services. Inmates may choose to participate in these programs to enhance their chances of a successful re-entry and reduce their sentences via earned-time credits.

The facility employs a hardworking staff that is trained to deliver quality correctional services to the prisoners according to state and national guidelines. Officers work hand-in-hand with other staff members such as therapists, teachers, medical professionals, and other outside organizations to provide a comprehensive rehabilitation program to the inmates.

Overall, Maine Correctional center is a well-run prison, focused on both punishment and rehabilitation. While the rate of recidivism can never be fully predicted, their focus on providing quality rehabilitation services promises to help those who take advantage of the resources available and move towards being a productive member of society.

What services are provided by Maine Correctional Center?

Maine Correctional Center is one of the five penal institutions located across the area of Maine operated under the Maine Department of Corrections (MDOC). Since its establishment in the former Naval Barracks in Windham, Maine, in 1954, the facility has served as the center for diagnosing and treating primarily minimum-security male offenders with an inmate population of up to more than over 600 males. The released federal inmate statistics also indicate that MCC had showcased a trailblazing downward trend in releases in almost all its custody levels as well as contributed significantly in significantly curbing incidents such as violence, assault, or substance-related deaths than federal guidelines. Furthermore, as part of fulfilling its purpose and remaining committed primarily to making a positive impact on the criminal justice system and assisting convicts with their rehabilitation, Maine Correctional Center has recently provided proper healthcare, counseling, substance abuse treatment counseling religious ministrations as well as high and outreach and educational programs to improve the skills and chances of released inmates at successfully reintegrating into communities safely.

Despite the differences widely-pervasive cookie-cutter situations that employers tend to stare away from offenders, MCC strives to give with inmates trying to start again in general an even strong chancepost-behind bars. Generally, Maine Correctional Center prisoners can attar-to-launch k into Civil Goodwin University's associate's degree in criminal accountancy or engage in various themes of skilled trades like carpentry or bottle-building considered critical for livelihood growth inside or outside of Jamaica while inside the prison perimeters. Earlier this year MCC paired with Bates College to provide distance learning instructions for undergraduate outreach certificate units to Maine women inmates throughout their penitentiary period reintegrating-returning to society's assistance to technology literacy and academia even after inmates