FCI Allenwood Low

Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

Last Updated: March 16, 2024
Address
PO Box 1500, White Deer, PA 17887
Beds
1316
County
Union
Phone
570-547-1990
Fax
570-547-1740
Email
alf-execassistant-s@bop.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 1000, White Deer, PA 17887

FCI Allenwood is for Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) offenders found guilty of a federal crime and sentenced to incarceration in accordance with the Department of Justice Sentencing Guidelines.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for federal low facility.

The phone carrier is Trulincs, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is MoneyGram There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at FCI Allenwood on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 570-547-1990.

When a loved one is in federal prison, they need more than just visits or calls due to their generally longer sentences. This webpage offers insights into FCI Allenwood procedures, helping you provide the best support possible. From sending magazines to exploring distance learning options, this guide has all you need to assist your loved one effectively.

The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Allenwood Low, located in Pennsylvania as part of the Allenwood Federal Correctional Complex (FCC Allenwood), is a low-security federal prison for male inmates incarcerating about 1000 sentenced offenders.

Inmates here reside in dormitories featuring two and three-person cubicles. Health services cover routine medical and dental care, including physical examinations, emergency treatment, and medication distribution. Inmates can access routine care by submitting a triage form, while emergency medical care is readily available through any staff member.

Psychology services involve intake interviews with psychologists for all inmates. Counseling services are available for addressing personal concerns, along with educational and therapeutic groups focusing on stress and anger management. Mental health medications are provided, and a voluntary treatment program for sex offenders is offered.

The Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) is available at FCI Allenwood Low, alongside drug abuse education, non-residential programs, and self-help groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA). Inmates that qualify for and complete RDAP are eligible to reduce their sentence by one full year.

Education services encompass GED and ESL programs, with successful completion resulting in certificates and commissary credits. Additionally, parenting programs, Adult Continuing Education (ACE) classes, and correspondence programs for high school diplomas are provided.

Advanced occupational education programs include Culinary Arts, Office Automation, and Fiber Optics. Vocational training is offered in Computer Internet Computing Core Certification (IC3), while apprenticeship programs cover Cooking and Housekeeping.

The facility's library services include access to legal books and the TRULINCS Electronic Law Library. Typewriters are available, and a copy machine is provided. The leisure library offers newspapers, magazines, and fiction/nonfiction books.

UNICOR operations at the facility focus on producing office furniture. Inmates can spend up to $360 per month on regular and special items through the commissary, including snacks, clothing, and electronics. Over-the-counter medications are also available for purchase, here is a current list and prices of items sold at the commissary in FCI Allenwood Low..

Finally, the Recreation Department offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities such as hobby crafts, music classes, wellness programs, and athletic leagues including basketball, softball, and soccer.

Inmate Locator

FCI Allenwood Low is a facility in the federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) that publishes the names of the inmates currently in one of their locations nationwide. To begin your search, simply input the exact first and last name of the individual you are looking for. Alternatively, if you possess an eight-digit BOP Inmate ID number (xxxxx-xxx), you can use that for quicker results.

If your search within the federal system proves unsuccessful, InmateAid Inmate Search provides an additional avenue. This database encompasses inmates currently incarcerated in various prisons, jails, and detention centers nationwide. Utilizing this free inmate locator doesn't require any sign-up process, ensuring convenient access for users. This free inmate locator.

If you are looking for someone who has been recently taken into custody, you may access the Arrest Record Search feature, there is a cost for this fresh information

Visitation Information

Allenwood Low - Visiting Hours

  • Friday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Holidays 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Visiting Information

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