Phone & Messaging
How to Contact an Inmate at Facility
If your loved one is at a CDCR facility, phone calls, video calls (called VideoConnect), and electronic messaging all go through Securus.
Send Money at Shafter Community Correctional, CA
How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Overview
For Shafter Community Correctional, create a Securus account before your loved one's transfer so you can manage funds and services online through the website or mobile app. New to Securus? You may see a "CLAIM ACCOUNT" link on the facility's visit-scheduling site that lets you register or connect an existing profile. Money is commonly added through online or mobile vendor portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, or U.S. Postal money orders, but exact options vary by facility. Check vendor fees and posting times before you send funds so you know when money will be available. Do not mail cash. Most facilities refuse it.
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Quick Facts
- Families are advised to create a Securus account before a loved one's transfer so funds and services can be managed online.
- The visit-scheduling site provides a 'CLAIM ACCOUNT' link that new users can use to register or claim an account.
- Typical deposit methods include online/mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal money orders; available options vary by facility.
- Do not mail cash — most facilities refuse cash sent by mail.
Common Questions
How do I create a Securus account for someone at Shafter Community Correctional?
Securus recommends opening an account on their website or mobile app before a transfer. You may also use the "CLAIM ACCOUNT" link on the facility's visit-scheduling site to register or connect an existing account.
What ways can I add money to an inmate at Shafter Community Correctional?
Common options include online or mobile vendor portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal money orders. Confirm which methods Shafter Community Correctional accepts before sending funds.
Can I mail cash to add money to an inmate's account?
No. Most facilities refuse cash sent by mail, so use an approved vendor option or a U.S. Postal money order instead.
Other Guides for Shafter Community Correctional, CA
How to Schedule Your First Visit at Shafter: VPASS vs. Walk-In
Once you're approved to visit at Shafter, you have two options: schedule through VPASS up to a week ahead, or show up as a walk-in. Walk-ins are first-come, first-served, but VPASS appointments get processed first—so booking ahead can save you a lot of waiting.
Sending Money
How to Send Money to Facility
Want to get money set up for a loved one? CDCR highlights two key actions: create a Securus account before any facility transition, and use ViaPath's help site if you need a refund for unused ViaPath funds.
