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meldan · #1 06-25-2004, 05:15 AM

My father is leaving for Devens tomorrow morning. Isnt anyone there? Can someone tell me about that place?

ZakkinBoston · #2 06-25-2004, 06:49 AM

FMC Devens is segregated into two units (1.) the medical camp and (2.) the actual lockdown prison.

The medical camp provides a complete array of health services to afflicted prisoners. Inmates housed in the medical camp are allowed free movement throughout the facility and the mood is generally relaxed. Violence is not tolerated in the medical camp. Those exhibiting violent behavior are transfered to the actual lockdown prison. I've heard the expression "going behind the wall at Devens" means you are being removed from the medical camp.

Per my lawyer, effective July 10, 2004 the mission at FMC Devens has changed. Prior to this change, the mission at Devens was to provide drug rehab treatment through their RDAP program. Beginning July 10, 2004, Devens' mission is specialty treatment for sex offenders who will be segregated in a special housing unit (SHU) behind the wall.

Standard prison rules apply at Devens: don't cause any trouble, keep quiet & to yourself and you'll be fine.

There are a lot of posts regarding Devens in the Federal bulletin board => check 'em out for more info.

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Originally Posted by meldan

My father is leaving for Devens tomorrow morning. Isnt anyone there? Can someone tell me about that place?

GANGSTA'S BOO · #3 07-12-2004, 05:51 PM

my boo told me last week they were taking the drug program out of FMC devens. i was so excited till he told me they may be moving him far away. I hope not too far

GANGSTA'S BOO · #4 07-13-2004, 03:47 PM

Anyone Out There With Family Or Friends In Fmc Devens In Ayer Ma? I Would Like To See What You Think About It. Also, Do U Know Any Hotels Close To The Area?

LJ20 · #5 08-10-2004, 08:15 PM

There is a motel on the base called the devens inn you might have to call information to find it

Wingy · #6 08-12-2004, 04:06 PM

devens inn is pretty pricey...978 772 4300
theres one in ayer...Ayer motor inn 978 772 0797... its not a 4 star

I'm only a few miles down the road from Shirley, if i can help let me know..

kintml2u · #7 08-29-2004, 06:38 AM

Sorry I did not see this post prior till now....
In the Federal Prison Forum...we have a detailed post offered by a member who served time at this facility. You can find it at the following link:

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/sho...ght=FMC+Devens

For more information on the Federal Prison System....please check out PTO's Federal Prison Forum area that can be found at this link:

http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=186

There are a few more post if you use the search feature and "FMC DEVENS" in the search field. The link above...was the most informative that I found.

Diane

Devens-Camp-37L · #8 09-19-2004, 11:28 PM

I just left Devens camp, after 10 month stay. ZakkinBoston has it right with two major exceptions:

1) FMC Devens Camp is NOT a "medical camp". It is far from it, if even one has ever existed. No "complete array of health services to afflicted prisoners". So untrue. Period.

2) Sex offenders (which are not allowed in the camp) are NOT "segregated in a special housing unit (SHU) behind the wall", they dominate the main compound, walk the yard, live in general housing...

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZakkinBoston

FMC Devens is segregated into two units (1.) the medical camp and (2.) the actual lockdown prison.

The medical camp provides a complete array of health services to afflicted prisoners. Inmates housed in the medical camp are allowed free movement throughout the facility and the mood is generally relaxed. Violence is not tolerated in the medical camp. Those exhibiting violent behavior are transfered to the actual lockdown prison. I've heard the expression "going behind the wall at Devens" means you are being removed from the medical camp.

Per my lawyer, effective July 10, 2004 the mission at FMC Devens has changed. Prior to this change, the mission at Devens was to provide drug rehab treatment through their RDAP program. Beginning July 10, 2004, Devens' mission is specialty treatment for sex offenders who will be segregated in a special housing unit (SHU) behind the wall.

Standard prison rules apply at Devens: don't cause any trouble, keep quiet & to yourself and you'll be fine.

There are a lot of posts regarding Devens in the Federal bulletin board => check 'em out for more info.

reesiej · #9 09-23-2004, 03:30 PM

could you tell me what its like there and what to do to visit someone there

just me · #10 10-07-2004, 07:17 AM

Can anyone tell me the mailing address for Devens? I've looked and can't find it. Please!

Ms.Heather · #11 10-07-2004, 09:16 AM

Just Me The mailing address for FMC Devens is

42 Patton Rd.
Devens, MA 01432
978-796-1000

I called and the address to write to a inmate is

PO BOX 872
Ayer, Mass
01432

just me · #12 10-07-2004, 10:37 AM

Oh!
Thank you so much. I feel much better.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ms.Heather

Just Me The mailing address for FMC Devens is

42 Patton Rd.
Devens, MA 01432
978-796-1000

I called and the address to write to a inmate is

PO BOX 872
Ayer, Mass
01432

meldan · #13 10-25-2004, 08:29 PM

Hello PTO

I just got back today from my first visit with my father at Devens. It was a wonderful time.

I didn’t realize I had missed him so.

So let me tell u what it was like.....

As u are going there (on Patton Rd) you will first come to the medical part (I think that is what it is)...that is not what u want. U want to keep going until u see a huge building on your left. It is set off the road but just know that it is not the first FMC Devens building u come to, if it isn’t large and gray/white...its not the right building.

When u first go in the desk is right there. U have a restroom and some lockers to your left. U need to fill out a form and give them your ID. If you have anything that u are unable to take in with you they will give u a locker key.

Hours are 8am to 2:30pm fri- sun, it could be more days but I don’t know. They did tell me to get there by 9:15am on sat or I wouldn’t be able to see my father until after 10:15am. Something to the fact of moving guys around. I do not know if that is every day or just a sat thing.

Once they are ready for u the CO has u empty your pockets on the counter....take your shoes off and place them next to the walk thru scanner thing (I am very technical )....if u don’t buzz he tells u to place your shoes on the belt ahead.

It is up to you if u get your change and cash 1st or pick up your shoes first...I was nervous the first time doing it, I think I stammered for a few minutes trying to decide which to pick up first! I saw all the regulars with a clear bag with their money in it- next time I will do that, so that way I won’t have to empty my pockets.

Than u get a stamp on your hand, u need to check your hand to be sure it is there ( or it is a pain in the ass to everyone involved ).

Once the shoes go thru , u are allowed to put them on. It sounds stupid in saying so, but trust me- nothing that I tell u is stupid. When u get there, u get really nervous and u forget the littlest things; i.e. how to speak when spoken to and how to tie your shoes.

They have u line up against the wall and wait until everyone is thru, hopefully you will be with someone that has visited b4, if so just follow them.

Now u go thru a series of hoops and mazes to get to the visiting room. Just remember to stay in a straight line and listen to what the CO says. Oh ya, at the first place where u have to place your hand to get your stamp read...lay your hand flat. In the visiting room, turn it side ways. Just a little tidbit that really did take up time from ppl not doing it right. You could tell the CO's were getting pissing because the ppl just could figure out how to turn their hand ! It was amusing.

BTW, if u forget your money in the car and want to go back to get it once u are in the visiting room....forgetting it...they won’t let u. I forgot my money one day, and even though I traveled all the way from ClevelandOH they still said my visit would be over. Actually the one lady CO did see if they would make an exception, but I was declined.

SOOOOO....if anyone wants any more info, please feel free to pm me and I will get back to you ASAP.

Hugs and Love

Meldan 10-25-2004

just me · #14 11-23-2004, 07:21 AM

I finally got to visit! It took a while because of my work schedule..Last Thursday I finished work in half the day and on my way home I noticed I'd passed my exit and kept going! I shocked him and myself. It wasn't so bad. Just the waiting to see him. I didn't know there would be a bit of a wait while my information was put into a computer. I only had him for about an hour but it was worth it! Met some other wives/girlfriends, and family members of other inmates who guided me along! One thing...don't wear a long or big coat..it's got to be x-rayed too. Wasted time! All and all, it was PERFECT. Especially the look on his face after not seeing him for over a year. lol..I thought we'd both drop. A good thing..I'm going back for as long as they'll let me stay on Saturday after Thanksgiving.

..I love you sounds soooo much better face to face. I'm a happy girl. Thanks for all of your support and putting up with my hyperness (word?) If I can help someone get there ride....let me know. I'm in CT. and just drive straight up, I can stop along the way. Just ask, we all need help and if I can. I will.

Bye,
See ya after Saturday! Pray for no snow. Please..

Ms.Heather · #15 11-24-2004, 12:45 PM

Just me... That is awesome! I am so glad that you got to see your hunny after a long years wait!!!
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Heres to many more visits

Heather

just me · #16 11-25-2004, 09:04 AM

He's just as excited,and called me two extra times this week. Humm, absense does make the heart grow fonder lol. Biggest news: His Mother who's never liked anyone he's ever been with, loves me! That alone was an accomplishment I'm proud of. And all I had to do was be myself and stand by him. Finally my strangness is appreciated!

chopperchopper · #17 11-26-2004, 01:47 PM

My dad is in Devers, and I do not know anything about the place other than it is a medical institution, and far from me. I will talk with anyone about this place, and maybe someone might get him a message from me.
Mike

just me · #18 11-26-2004, 07:13 PM

I sent you a PM I hope it helps. Don't worry, easier said then done I know. I'm going there to visit tomorrow. Hope you can get back to me before then. I'm on Eastern Standard Time.

Wingy · #19 11-27-2004, 05:01 PM

Hey Chopper, I am not far from Devens, if I can help you in any way, just PM me...dont know too much about the place...but there are others who do.

dlcbronx · #20 11-30-2004, 09:04 PM

my bestfriend left this morning for an 8 month stay at fmc devens. what are the rules there as far as mail - how often?...visits - how often and how long? what can you send to them?, if anything. this is my first time ever going through this, and i don't know at all what to expect.

meldan · #21 12-02-2004, 01:46 PM

You can send letters and cards. All other reading books and mags need to come from Amazon or Borders, or places like that. They need to come from a source. Probably so they you cant put stuff in them...who knows.
I'll post more later, having a funeral now...will be back in a few days.
Meldan

dlcbronx · #22 12-04-2004, 05:18 PM

my best friend just started an 8 month stay this past Tuesday. Anyone know the address to write to inmates, how to address the envelope, etc. Is there a limit to the number of letters they can receive? Can you send pictures? I am new to this, and any help or any information about FMC Devens rules would be greatly appreciated.

Ms.Heather · #23 12-05-2004, 03:02 AM

Hi DLCbronx!

Welcome to PTO.

dlcbronx · #24 12-05-2004, 10:42 AM

thanks!! I feel much better now, he really couldn't tell me much before he left, so I was kinda clueless.

tbone007 · #25 12-15-2004, 09:44 PM

Hello, my name is Tony and my father just stared a 2 year sentence at Devens. I am looking for any info possible but don't really know what to ask. HELP!