InmateAid is legitimate and has been operating since April 2012. That is over a decade of processing letters, photos, postcards, and other services for families and loved ones of incarcerated people across the country. The platform was built by someone who served 66 months in federal prison and understood firsthand what inmates and their families actually need. On delivery, the service is reliable. Letters go out the same day if ordered before 5pm Eastern time, and your inmate typically
Read moreFollow that instinct. It is the right one. People who end up incarcerated, even for a short stretch, often find themselves suddenly very alone. Friends pull back, professional relationships go quiet, and the public embarrassment of the situation can make someone feel like the people who admired them must now think less of them. Hearing from someone who genuinely looks up to them during that period carries more weight than you might expect. Your letter does not need
Read moreIf you cannot find your inmate in our database, you can create one yourself. If you are having issues finding where they are or what their inmate ID number is, email us at aid@inmateaid.com. We will try and find them for you - but your message has to be specific for us to help.
Read moreHe will be safe. He will get plenty of medical help and if we know human nature, the other inamtes will make it their business to make sure he is getting better. Inmates make make calls after they have completed the requisite orientation.
Read moreInmates are given an id number during their booking and admission into the detention facility
Read moreIt depends on his charges - the length of the sentence seems pretty short and we doubt it will give him any relief because of it. Prop 57 changes the State Constitution sentencing and court procedures for two kinds of situations. Adults convicted of non-violent felonies would be eligible for parole after serving time for their main crimes. Inmates may also have more opportunities to reduce their sentences through credits for good behavior and approved educational activities.
Read moreYou might be able to get the bible in there with you, but "no" to your question. All books must come in the mail directly from the publisher (Amazon)
Read moreYes, you can add just about any amount to your inmate trust account. But, beware that if you owe any restitution, court ordered payments, court costs, child support... anything that can be garnished will be garnished from that account if you place a noticable amount there. if you have nothing to worry about, deposit as much as you can. You will want to spend the max amount for commissary and telephone..
Read moreA debit card works just fine. InmateAid accepts debit cards the same way it accepts credit cards, so nothing is stopping you from placing your order right now. Head to InmateAid.com, set up your account, add your mom's facility information, and use your debit card at checkout the same way you would on any other website. The transaction processes normally and your letter goes out the same day if you order before 5 pm Eastern time. Sending your
Read moreFear is a big part of how every inmate deals with their time. Fear of losing support is real and it makes many inmates anxious as it is often tied to finanacial support. The anxiety leads to paranoia and before you know it, there are accusations and fights on the phone that will make both of you miserable. Since communication is limited, it's hard to keep the intimacy and feelings going strong without significant effort. The isolation that the
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