Gadsden Correctional Facility Q&A

[tera222]

I'll be going up before the easter holiday to visit my friend who has been there for about a year... We talk every week.... She is surviving despite the lack of food, and some food poisoning... she has now chosen the vegan food menu they offer..

[volpone]

Your friend is wise to opt for the vegan menu. My niece has done the same and says it is a big improvement, although they rely heavily on beans and peanut butter. It used to be that there was one drawback--if you went for the vegan option, you had to show up for every meal, even if you didn't feel like eating or preferred to make something of your own. I don't know though if that rule is still being enforced. Have a good visit. Get there early; at least 45 minutes before visiting officially starts. It is crowded (big population, small visiting area) and around Easter it should be packed.

[Tigre-eyes]

It been a few years, but I was an inmate at Gadsden in FL, I know what you all go through, it's a bad situation for everyone involved. I had never been in trouble ever and as a first time offender ending up in prison, I got a judge that wanted to teach me a lesson to never screw up again and that is exactly what he did. I knew nothing going in, but as I came out I had a very different mind set and much more knowledge. If there is anyway I can help with advice or information, I will do what I can. My sympathies to everyone who are locked up and the pain it puts all of their families through.

[volpone]

I have a niece in Gadsden, but she is (hopefully) leaving soon on pre-work release. It is a good thing, too. Things are chaotic there since MCA took over.

[jeff6898]

Anyone have any updates about how vistation goes at Gaden CI? I ma waiting on a answer for my vistation application I put in, so hopefuly I cna go visit a friend of mine soon.I seen where a hug and a kiss is allowed at begining and end of vistation. I am guessing no contact between?

[volpone]

Sorry for my delay in answering this, I am not on this site that often. The biggest concern about visiting at Gadsden is to get there early, it is usually crowded. The only money allowed in is $25 in change; bring it in a clear plastic bag. Technically there is no contact during visits, but usually you can get away with some discreet hand holding. A hug and a kiss at the end of each visit are all that is permitted.

[jpups4]

Originally Posted by TheotherLondon

Hi i am just wondering if anybody here has a
loved one/friend/penpal at Gadsden ?

Hello,
I have a loved one who is at Gadsden Correctional in Quincy Florida.

[volpone]

Hi jpups4,

My niece is still at Gadsden. She is nearing the end of a long sentence. I just wanted to say hi and, if you are new to Gadsden, to let you know that I am happy to answer any questions that you might have.