When your fiancé first arrives at a reception and diagnostic center like Fulton, there is a short waiting period before visits are allowed.
What happens first:
- He must go through intake and orientation (A&O)
- This includes medical checks, classification, and interviews
- During this time, visitation is usually not permitted yet
When visits become possible:
- After orientation is completed
- He will need to submit a visitor list that includes your name
- You may also need to complete and be approved on a visitation application
Typical timeline:
- Usually 1 to 2 weeks, but it can vary
- Some facilities may take a little longer depending on processing
What you should do now:
- Make sure you are ready to complete any required visitor application
- Wait for him to add you to his approved list
- Contact the facility to ask about their specific visitation process and schedule
Important:
Even if you are eager to visit right away, the facility will not allow it until all approvals are complete.
Bottom line:
- Visits are not immediate after arrival
- Expect a short delay during orientation
- Once processed and approved, you will be able to schedule visits
The first couple of weeks are the hardest, but once he is through intake, communication and visits will start to open up.