2011 Newbies to ISP Intro Thread

[cHaMpS` GiiRL]

Originally Posted by missjamie

hi my man is at ironwood and i want to go see him but i just want to ask if the visting room is big and what do they have for kids

Yes the visiting rooms are pretty big tables in the middle vending machines on the right and a play area with tv to ur left by the patio where there's more tables outside...for the kids they have a chest of toys my daughter only likes the blocks though and games..you give them ur ID to hold and they'll give you a board game or Jenga and things like that

[missjamie]

hello i'm miss jamie my man isat ironwood i just wanted to know how the proceing goes at ironwood this is the first time i'm going

[NaN0sGiiRl]

ma baby is in ironwood state prision im still waiting for my approvel to go see him i hope i get approve cuz i wanna see him already i cant wait till he comes home to me

[WildCherryNikki]

Hello Everyone, I'm to ISP, my fiance just got transferred today from CCI Tehachapi (Reception). I feel so nervous and antsy, I've been reading and getting info from this thread as much as I can but still have a few questions.

So I'm planning on calling tomm to get his housing info and I know he will be in orientation for about 2 wks. My first question is are they allowed to receive mail in orientation? Should I send him a stationary pack/letters right away? Will they give him his own stuff he brought from CCI right away?

Also, should I already go ahead and set up an GTL account so I'll be ready for his first phone call?? Sooooo exciting, haven't had a phone call or visit in 4 months!!

From what I've also read/heard once they hit their mainline prisons it gets better, they are more "free" and stuff??

Sorry for all the questions, I just feel so lost. nervous and excited. I had finally gotten used to CCI and now have to learn the new ways of ISP. I have heard good things about Ironwood and am looking forward to getting to know my fellow ladies in waiting

Many Thanks!!

[jenilynn]

Originally Posted by WildCherryNikki

Hello Everyone, I'm to ISP, my fiance just got transferred today from CCI Tehachapi (Reception). I feel so nervous and antsy, I've been reading and getting info from this thread as much as I can but still have a few questions.

So I'm planning on calling tomm to get his housing info and I know he will be in orientation for about 2 wks. My first question is are they allowed to receive mail in orientation? Should I send him a stationary pack/letters right away? Will they give him his own stuff he brought from CCI right away?

Also, should I already go ahead and set up an GTL account so I'll be ready for his first phone call?? Sooooo exciting, haven't had a phone call or visit in 4 months!!

From what I've also read/heard once they hit their mainline prisons it gets better, they are more "free" and stuff??

Sorry for all the questions, I just feel so lost. nervous and excited. I had finally gotten used to CCI and now have to learn the new ways of ISP. I have heard good things about Ironwood and am looking forward to getting to know my fellow ladies in waiting

Many Thanks!!

Hey! My man isnt at ironwood but I can answer some of these questions for you. Yes you should send a writing package right away and write. I'm sure he will be happy to hear from you. Sometimes they do not receive their property right off the bus or have to go to the hole until they have a bed.

Yes set up an account with GTL as soon as possible so he can start calling. =)

[WildCherryNikki]

Originally Posted by jenilynn

Hey! My man isnt at ironwood but I can answer some of these questions for you. Yes you should send a writing package right away and write. I'm sure he will be happy to hear from you. Sometimes they do not receive their property right off the bus or have to go to the hole until they have a bed.

Yes set up an account with GTL as soon as possible so he can start calling. =)

Why Thank You for responding!!!
Very sweet of you to respond eventhough your man isn't at ISP. Thank you for all the pointers, I faxed over the paperwork for GTL just waiting for them to set it up and also sent him a stationary pack.
You rock

[Mz*DlOc]

Hi my girl is visitin ironwood for the first time next week so can someone please give me a run down on how it works...
1. Do they pass out numbers or is it by appoointments?? Do pple line up outside??
2. Are they strict on the dress code???
3. Can you wear a lot of jewlery like bracelets n stuff?
Any info would help.. please inbox me because I don't come to this forum often.. thank you!!

[jenilynn]

Originally Posted by WildCherryNikki

Why Thank You for responding!!!
Very sweet of you to respond eventhough your man isn't at ISP. Thank you for all the pointers, I faxed over the paperwork for GTL just waiting for them to set it up and also sent him a stationary pack.
You rock

No worries! Next year I think my bf will be moving to Ironwood so I'm usually in here checking what's up. =)

[JAIME'S BEAUTY]

Originally Posted by Mz*DlOc

Hi my girl is visitin ironwood for the first time next week so can someone please give me a run down on how it works...
1. Do they pass out numbers or is it by appoointments?? Do pple line up outside??
2. Are they strict on the dress code???
3. Can you wear a lot of jewlery like bracelets n stuff?
Any info would help.. please inbox me because I don't come to this forum often.. thank you!!

Will PM op, BUT still wanted to respond here for anyone else who may have these same questions...

1.) Ironwood runs by BOTH appointments & walk ups. Appointments are made 2 weeks in advance. (at visiting, if you're there on a sat you'd make an appt for the sat 2 weeks away. If you go on a sun, you'd make one for 2 sun away). By phone, it would be 2 Mondays in advance, by calling 1.760.921.3000 ext 5803. IF you do not have an appt., they allow walk-ins after 10am.

2.) Lately I've seen them turn ppl away to change. But i've seen skinny jeans everywhere && low cut blouses. you can still look cute, just no see-thru clothes or short skirts/dresses. (always have an extra outfit or two, just in case).

3.) They allow 1 (one) of each jewelry piece. ex: 1 necklace, 1 marriage ring set, 1 necklace, 1 bracelet, etc. (no body piercing tho). && everything you take in must be written on the back of your visitor's pass.

*jaime's beauty*

[WildCherryNikki]

Originally Posted by jenilynn

No worries! Next year I think my bf will be moving to Ironwood so I'm usually in here checking what's up. =)

Cool! My guy just got here but from what I've read it's a pretty okay prison, everybody says good things about it. But it's still a prison and our loved ones are away from us

We will see how it goes...

[WildCherryNikki]

Originally Posted by JAIME'S BEAUTY

Will PM op, BUT still wanted to respond here for anyone else who may have these same questions...

1.) Ironwood runs by BOTH appointments & walk ups. Appointments are made 2 weeks in advance. (at visiting, if you're there on a sat you'd make an appt for the sat 2 weeks away. If you go on a sun, you'd make one for 2 sun away). By phone, it would be 2 Mondays in advance, by calling 1.760.921.3000 ext 5803. IF you do not have an appt., they allow walk-ins after 10am.

2.) Lately I've seen them turn ppl away to change. But i've seen skinny jeans everywhere && low cut blouses. you can still look cute, just no see-thru clothes or short skirts/dresses. (always have an extra outfit or two, just in case).

3.) They allow 1 (one) of each jewelry piece. ex: 1 necklace, 1 marriage ring set, 1 necklace, 1 bracelet, etc. (no body piercing tho). && everything you take in must be written on the back of your visitor's pass.

*jaime's beauty*

Thank you for this info! I am going to be needing it soon

[MZLADY209]

HeLLo Ladies!!! My name is Julia && my fiance juss got transferred to ISP a few months ago frm KVSP. He wuz closer in KVSP now hes several hours away but he's almost home

[WildCherryNikki]

Originally Posted by MzPretty209

HeLLo Ladies!!! My name is Julia && my fiance juss got transferred to ISP a few months ago frm KVSP. He wuz closer in KVSP now hes several hours away but he's almost home

Hi Julia, my name is Nikki. My fiancé just got transferred to ISP just a week ago. He was at CCI reception before, so he's further away from me too. Sucks big time

Do you remember how long orientation was for your fiancé? I haven't heard from mine yet and I'm starting to get annoyed

[mari g]

Hey there lady's my name is mari and my besty is in isp also. ...i just got a letter yesterday from him letting me know i got approved for visiting: ) so im exited about that...this will be my first time going...and i dont know what to expected ether: ( if u guys could give me any tips. ..advice. ..or info on visiting that would be great! !

[JAIME'S BEAUTY]

Originally Posted by WildCherryNikki

Hi Julia, my name is Nikki. My fiancé just got transferred to ISP just a week ago. He was at CCI reception before, so he's further away from me too. Sucks big time

Do you remember how long orientation was for your fiancé? I haven't heard from mine yet and I'm starting to get annoyed

Usually orientation (anywhere) can last up to 10 days. If it's been longer, just know that Ironwood is not running phones daily right now, so this could be the reason you haven't heard from him. Or, he hasn't been able to sign up for a call. Hopefully you get a letter soon. You might want to call the prison tomorrow and try to get his housing info.

Originally Posted by mari g

Hey there lady's my name is mari and my besty is in isp also. ...i just got a letter yesterday from him letting me know i got approved for visiting: ) so im exited about that...this will be my first time going...and i dont know what to expected ether: ( if u guys could give me any tips. ..advice. ..or info on visiting that would be great! !

Yay on getting approved. You may want to read the post I made a few messages up regarding visiting procedures. if you have other questions feel free to post or pm me and I will answer what I can/know...

*jaime's beauty*

[WildCherryNikki]

Thanks again =) for all your helpful info Jaime'sBeauty!!

[mari g]

Originally Posted by JAIME'S BEAUTY

Usually orientation (anywhere) can last up to 10 days. If it's been longer, just know that Ironwood is not running phones daily right now, so this could be the reason you haven't heard from him. Or, he hasn't been able to sign up for a call. Hopefully you get a letter soon. You might want to call the prison tomorrow and try to get his housing info.

Yay on getting approved. You may want to read the post I made a few messages up regarding visiting procedures. if you have other questions feel free to post or pm me and I will answer what I can/know...

*jaime's beauty*

Thank u: ) the info is very helpful but I will take the offer on Bugging u a lil more when is time for the visit if u don't mind: ) thank again

[huskysgirl]

ok well i am new at this.. i just got with my man and we have not yet been able to see each other or touch each other.. we meet while he has been incariraded.. n them being on lockdown sucks now that ive been approved to go see him i cant and i heard that its gonna stay that way till jan

[supergluekittie]

Can any of you guys help me out? I am new to ironwood, my boyfriend is there now but is going to get transfered to avenal in jan. I have visited Corcoran tons of times but i have never been to ironwood. Im really nervous. I live in sacramento, ca and will be driving there on the 28th. can anyone tell me about the dress code and how the visiting is there? I really miss my baby and its been so hard not seeing him. I wanted to bring my daughter but i dont think it will be a good idea this time. She has been to corcoran but i am not ready to drive 11 hours with her. Shes only three. plus its a new place. Any suggestions?

[huskysgirl]

Originally Posted by supergluekittie

Can any of you guys help me out? I am new to ironwood, my boyfriend is there now but is going to get transfered to avenal in jan. I have visited Corcoran tons of times but i have never been to ironwood. Im really nervous. I live in sacramento, ca and will be driving there on the 28th. can anyone tell me about the dress code and how the visiting is there? I really miss my baby and its been so hard not seeing him. I wanted to bring my daughter but i dont think it will be a good idea this time. She has been to corcoran but i am not ready to drive 11 hours with her. Shes only three. plus its a new place. Any suggestions?

make sure to call cause they r on lockdown at least majority of them are... Well dress code same as any other no short skirts or dresses no green, no jeans no plain white shirts. No orange, no tank tops u can call the number..for ironwood... Its easier if u also make an appointment to visit... They have.a few things that the lil ones can do but they have to stay sitting majority of the time which sucks... Well hope u have a safe drive n a gd visit... If u always remember to dress conservite u will hsve no problems getting in for your visit.. Hope u get to see your loved one...

[Isaiah28]

Originally Posted by huskysgirl

make sure to call cause they r on lockdown at least majority of them are...

Only D yard is on lockdown right now. Everyone else is on regular program.

[supergluekittie]

Originally Posted by huskysgirl

make sure to call cause they r on lockdown at least majority of them are... Well dress code same as any other no short skirts or dresses no green, no jeans no plain white shirts. No orange, no tank tops u can call the number..for ironwood... Its easier if u also make an appointment to visit... They have.a few things that the lil ones can do but they have to stay sitting majority of the time which sucks... Well hope u have a safe drive n a gd visit... If u always remember to dress conservite u will hsve no problems getting in for your visit.. Hope u get to see your loved one...

Thanks, I have an appointment for sat and sunday at 9 am. My daughter is only going to go on sunday, saturday will just be our alone time then sunday she will come as well. Do you know about jewelry? I bought these awesome earings but i dont think they will let me wear them. Not to sure, it says one pair of earings but i dont know if its only supposed to be studs or if it can be like long earings, they are wings with dangly stuff on them. most likely not. i keep trying on clothes to debate whether or not i should wear it, see i see my brother all the time and i dont really care what i wear but this is my boyfriend so i want to look hot. but its so nerve racking! IM so nervous!!

[lisaduco]

Originally Posted by supergluekittie

Thanks, I have an appointment for sat and sunday at 9 am. My daughter is only going to go on sunday, saturday will just be our alone time then sunday she will come as well. Do you know about jewelry? I bought these awesome earings but i dont think they will let me wear them. Not to sure, it says one pair of earings but i dont know if its only supposed to be studs or if it can be like long earings, they are wings with dangly stuff on them. most likely not. i keep trying on clothes to debate whether or not i should wear it, see i see my brother all the time and i dont really care what i wear but this is my boyfriend so i want to look hot. but its so nerve racking! IM so nervous!!

You can wear dangling earrings

[huskysgirl]

Originally Posted by huskysgirl

make sure to call cause they r on lockdown at least majority of them are... Well dress code same as any other no short skirts or dresses no green, no jeans no plain white shirts. No orange, no tank tops u can call the number..for ironwood... Its easier if u also make an appointment to visit... They have.a few things that the lil ones can do but they have to stay sitting majority of the time which sucks... Well hope u have a safe drive n a gd visit... If u always remember to dress conservite u will hsve no problems getting in for your visit.. Hope u get to see your loved one...

thank you yes i was able to finally see him ... i was very nevouse but it was all worth the wait... planning to go again soon...

[mari g]

Hey there lady's! I'm so excited I found out my boy was getting out today from I.s.p but I'm Not so sure if they actually let him out! Do u lady's know any way I could find out if he did