How to contact an inmate at SCI Huntingdon
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:
SCI Huntingdon inmate search
To contact a person start by searching for the person on the facility website. Perform a search by following these steps:
- Step 1: Enter their first name and last name into the search form and click "Search"
- Step 2: Locate their inmate record
- Step 3: Write down their Inmate ID and any housing information provided
Important! Be sure to enter the persons full name. Nicknames should not be used.
After finding the person you are looking for you can then create a messaging account to send letters and photos.
How to message an inmate
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 SCI Huntingdon .
Sending Photos and Postcards
A great way to send love and support to loved one at SCI Huntingdon 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 SCI Huntingdon.
Frequently asked questions about SCI Huntingdon
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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 SCI Huntingdon.
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How much does it cost to send a message to SCI Huntingdon?
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.
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What services can I use to contact an inmate at SCI Huntingdon?
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 SCI Huntingdon. 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 SCI Huntingdon. 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.
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What is the mailing address of SCI Huntingdon?
Mailing address:
SCI Huntingdon
1100 Pike St
Huntingdon , PA 16654
(814) 643-2400
Overview of SCI Huntingdon
SCI Huntingdon is a correctional institution located in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. It is primarily a medium-security prison that houses male inmates, and is operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. SCI Huntingdon currently has a capacity of approximately 1,500 inmates, and provides a range of programming and educational resources to help inmates prepare for life after incarceration.
One notable feature of SCI Huntingdon is its focus on vocational training and job readiness programs. Inmates are able to participate in a variety of workshops and courses, ranging from basic literacy and GED classes to more specialized programs in areas such as welding, horticulture, and culinary arts. The prison also partners with local businesses to provide job training and placement services, to help inmates gain the skills and experience they need to secure employment once they have completed their sentences.
Another important aspect of SCI Huntingdon is its commitment to offender rehabilitation and community reentry. In addition to vocational programming, the prison offers a range of other services and resources aimed at promoting personal growth, positive behavior change, and successful reintegration into society. These include counseling services, drug and alcohol treatment programs, educational opportunities, and community-service initiatives. Overall, SCI Huntingdon aims to provide a safe, supportive environment in which inmates can develop skills, improve their prospects, and make lasting positive changes in their lives.
What services are provided by SCI Huntingdon?
SCI Huntingdon, a state prison located in central Pennsylvania, offers several valuable programs, services, and resources to its male inmates. The goal of these offerings is to help each offender successfully reintegrate back into society as responsible and productive individuals who support themselves through ethical means. The following is a comprehensive overview of such programs and services at SCI Huntdon.
Absentee Prep Program: The Absentee Prep Program enables inmates to understand and take suitable measures regarding the absentee or advance voting process as permitted by law.
Community Resource Coordination: This service provides assistance to inmates by coordinating therapy sessions aimed towards restorative justice. Community volunteers communicate with success-driven companies willing to offer mentor programs to improve standards of education, career goals that resettled inmates demand to maintain appropriate psychological patient care goals for former citizen life-status-ex-accepted first responder entities affiliated.
Core Values Philosophy Workshops: This program educates about virtue ethics while developing and implementing a growth mindset by concentrating primarily values of users vs using, work, persistence longevity, amiability decisive advances.
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