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Reaching someone at SCI Forest is usually straightforward once you confirm where they are and what communication options are available. Start by verifying the person's status, then check the facility's current rules for phone, mail, and visits.
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections monthly population report uses a few different counts that can look contradictory at first glance. Here's how to read SCI Forest's numbers from the December 31, 2025 report, and what each line actually measures.
Looking at the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections monthly population report and confused by the numbers? You're not alone. SCI Forest often shows fewer people "physically present" than the "total institution population" — that's because the total includes people who were temporarily away on the report date.
