Notice to new members intending to register - from January 9th 2012

NewLife12 · #26 02-23-2011, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by *PlayersGurl*

Thanks. Molecules,
I want go there by March well at least the 2nd week of march I just hope he's done with his orientation...... keeping my fingers cross!!!! I ll be prayN. For the 10 day....lol. well take and keep in touch!!

Can i just add that around the last(2nd) week of his orientation you may want to starting calling to try and get an appointment, so that you will have and appt 2 weeks out after he is done with orientation.And yes you can wear sandles. Just about the only shoes that are restricted are shower shoes.

*PlayersGurl* · #27 02-23-2011, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by M.NAVA

hey well mine went through orientation pretty quick too, so i hope yours does too

Thanks M. Nava, I will pray his orientation goes quick, gosh I just miss his kisses and hugs.... thanks again!!!! =)

M.NAVA · #28 02-23-2011, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by *PlayersGurl*

Thanks M. Nava, I will pray his orientation goes quick, gosh I just miss his kisses and hugs.... thanks again!!!! =)

your welcome

Nena15 · #29 02-27-2011, 08:07 PM

Hello my name is Lorena and my husband just got transferred to Ironwood from High Desert. He was at High Desert for 3 years and we are so happy he is finally out of there.

*PlayersGurl* · #30 02-28-2011, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Nena15

Hello my name is Lorena and my husband just got transferred to Ironwood from High Desert. He was at High Desert for 3 years and we are so happy he is finally out of there.

Welcome to ISP, Lorena

California_Mom · #31 02-28-2011, 09:11 AM

Hi Lorena, Welcome to Ironwood. I hope it will be closer for you to visit!

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Originally Posted by Nena15

Hello my name is Lorena and my husband just got transferred to Ironwood from High Desert. He was at High Desert for 3 years and we are so happy he is finally out of there.

honda · #32 03-02-2011, 04:19 PM

Hi everyone,
My BF just made it to Ironwood last week. So I know I will have tons qustions. I will be coming from San Francisco. I am waiting for him to complete his orientation before I ask all the major questions.

hizgirl123 · #33 03-02-2011, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by honda

Hi everyone,
My BF just made it to Ironwood last week. So I know I will have tons qustions. I will be coming from San Francisco. I am waiting for him to complete his orientation before I ask all the major questions.

Hello- I'm a newbie to Ironwood too. My hubby is on his way there right now. I am from northern California, not looking forward to this drive.

M.NAVA · #34 03-02-2011, 05:41 PM

welcome both to ironwood

California_Mom · #35 03-02-2011, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by honda

Hi everyone,
My BF just made it to Ironwood last week. So I know I will have tons qustions. I will be coming from San Francisco. I am waiting for him to complete his orientation before I ask all the major questions.

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Originally Posted by hizgirl123

Hello- I'm a newbie to Ironwood too. My hubby is on his way there right now. I am from northern California, not looking forward to this drive.

Hi Honda and Hizgirl. Welcome to both of you. I'm sorry you will both have such a long drive

. I hope you'll still get to visit. When you ladies have some questions, I'd be happy to answer what I can. My son's been at Ironwood for 1 1/2 years, so we've kind of got it down by now!
Again, I'm sorry your loved one will be further from you. California Mom

hizgirl123 · #36 03-03-2011, 11:46 AM

How can I get his address and housing uinit? Do I just wait for a letter or can I call and get it? I want to send some paper and stamps.

How often are they able to call?

IS visiting prestty relaxed enviorment or is it really strict? I have kids just want to make it as comfortable for them as possible.

Brandy · #37 03-03-2011, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by hizgirl123

How can I get his address and housing uinit? Do I just wait for a letter or can I call and get it? I want to send some paper and stamps. I got my hubby's housing a few hours after he got there, they were surprised that I was calling and getting it just a few hours after he got there, he left in the AM by 4pm I called and got his housing. So if you know he has left then just wait til 4pm and call or the next morning for sure.

How often are they able to call? Once hubby was off orientation he called me almost everyday, then he got a job and calls every two days.

IS visiting prestty relaxed enviorment or is it really strict? Visiting is really nice and laid back, it's one of the nicest visiting places I've been.
I have kids just want to make it as comfortable for them as possible.

There is a big area for the kids to play, a big play box with toys, and a big thingy with games, my son was so content in there it was not funny! I'm sure your kids will adjust, it's like a big play ground for them.

Brandy · #38 03-03-2011, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by honda

Hi everyone,
My BF just made it to Ironwood last week. So I know I will have tons qustions. I will be coming from San Francisco. I am waiting for him to complete his orientation before I ask all the major questions.

HEY!!! Welcome hon!!
Hopefully he is off orientation soon, T was off pretty quick.

*PlayersGurl* · #39 03-03-2011, 03:45 PM

Hello ladies, how's the mail process, do they get they mail almost in time???? @ donovan he still didn't get his Vday day or Xmas card, that sucks.

Annabelle · #40 03-03-2011, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by hizgirl123

How can I get his address and housing uinit? Do I just wait for a letter or can I call and get it? I want to send some paper and stamps.

Call the prison and push the prompt for "inmate services" I think it's R&R or the mailroom and they will tell you his housing info.

How often are they able to call? It depends his status, once he is A1A, he can sign up for the phones, depending on the yard, my son usually can get two phone times per day but he calls between 2-3 p.m.

IS visiting prestty relaxed enviorment or is it really strict? I have kids just want to make it as comfortable for them as possible.

I've never visited at other prisons, except Chino and have never had any problems at ISP. As long as you follow the rules, you won't have any problems.

hizgirl123 · #41 03-03-2011, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Annabelle

I've never visited at other prisons, except Chino and have never had any problems at ISP. As long as you follow the rules, you won't have any problems.

Thank you! Congrats on your loved one coming home.

M.NAVA · #42 03-03-2011, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by *playersgurl*

hello ladies, how's the mail process, do they get they mail almost in time???? @ donovan he still didn't get his vday day or xmas card, that sucks.

hey well yeah usually they do get there mail on time. Once in awhile it does get slow but i think thats around holidays

M.NAVA · #43 03-03-2011, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by hizgirl123

how can i get his address and housing uinit? Do i just wait for a letter or can i call and get it? I want to send some paper and stamps.

How often are they able to call?

Is visiting prestty relaxed enviorment or is it really strict? I have kids just want to make it as comfortable for them as possible.

you can wait for a letter, or u can also call to get his housing info. I called when mine got transfered there

*PlayersGurl* · #44 03-04-2011, 05:46 AM

Wow, I'm looking forward for visitN here @ ISP!!!!, hopN n prayN my guy is done with his orientation =(......

California_Mom · #45 03-04-2011, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by *PlayersGurl*

Hello ladies, how's the mail process, do they get they mail almost in time???? @ donovan he still didn't get his Vday day or Xmas card, that sucks.

I think you'll be very happy with how fast the mail is. Much better than the other prisons my son has been at. We usually get his letters in 2-3 days & he gets ours within 3-4 days. We do live in southern CA, so I'm sure that helps too.

hizgirl123 · #46 03-04-2011, 11:03 AM

Does Ironwood have mental health for inmates?

Brandy · #47 03-04-2011, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by hizgirl123

Does Ironwood have mental health for inmates?

I asked hubby tonight when he called and he says yes they do.

hizgirl123 · #48 03-04-2011, 09:08 PM

Inmates on certain meds can't be in hot climates.

*PlayersGurl* · #49 03-05-2011, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by California_Mom

I think you'll be very happy with how fast the mail is. Much better than the other prisons my son has been at. We usually get his letters in 2-3 days & he gets ours within 3-4 days. We do live in southern CA, so I'm sure that helps too.

Hello California Mom, where about in Southern Ca. U live @??? I love to meet anyone one from my area if possible...lol
I glad mail here is pretty quick n on top of things, I haven't been here and I'm new, but something tells me I'm going to love.....lol.
Take care!!!!!

dragon_92503 · #50 03-05-2011, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by hizgirl123

Inmates on certain meds can't be in hot climates.

Its not hot climates, they are considered photo sensitivity medications. My mother works as a psychiatric/drug rehab nurse, has been for the last 15 years. She told me that its not the heat that is a major concern it's direct exposure to sun light. So during the summer time they need limit their exposure to sunlight. This goes for where ever you happen to be.

Oh FYI, if he had not been completely endorsed as CCC he's going to have to start the process all over again here.