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Decatur CC is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed
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 State - minimum facility.
The phone carrier is Global Tel Link (GTL) - ConnectNetwork, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.
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
Located at 2310 E Mound Rd in Decatur, IL, Decatur CC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Decatur CC offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.
Decatur Correctional, nestled in Macon County, serves as a beacon of rehabilitation and family-focused programming within the state's correctional system. As a minimum-security facility dedicated to the rehabilitation of female inmates, its mission extends beyond conventional incarceration. With a capacity to house 770 women across eight dormitory-style housing units, the institution prioritizes programs aimed at strengthening family bonds, particularly between mothers and their children. Recognizing the pivotal role of education and vocational training in successful reintegration, Decatur CC encourages inmates to engage in a diverse array of courses tailored to their needs and aspirations.
Academic opportunities abound within the facility, ranging from adult basic education and GED classes to remedial college courses. These offerings lay the foundation for further educational pursuits and empower inmates to enhance their knowledge and skills. Complementing academic endeavors, vocational training programs at Decatur Correctional Center encompass computer technologies, culinary arts, and custodial work, providing inmates with practical skills essential for post-release employment and self-sufficiency. Additionally, the facility's correctional industries offer opportunities in upholstery, furniture manufacturing, offender clothing production, and dog grooming/kennel keeping, fostering a sense of purpose and responsibility among participants.
Inmate programs at Decatur Correctional Center extend far beyond traditional educational and vocational offerings. The institution places a strong emphasis on family reunification and bonding, with initiatives like Mom & Me Summer Camp, Project Storybook, and Parent & Child Together Video Conferencing facilitating meaningful connections between incarcerated mothers and their children. Moreover, comprehensive reentry programs, such as Job Preparedness and Out-In-A-Week, equip inmates with essential life skills and resources to navigate the challenges of reintegration successfully. Addressing various facets of rehabilitation, from anger management to smoking cessation and mental health support, Decatur Correctional Center ensures that inmates receive holistic care and support to foster personal growth and positive transformation. Through its multifaceted approach, the facility strives to empower women to build brighter futures for themselves and their families, embodying the principles of rehabilitation and redemption.
Decatur CC maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.
If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.
IDOC Visitation Rules and Information please review before visiting
To visit the Decatur Correctional Center, you must sign up in advance.
Video Visitation
Video visitation hours are Sunday through Saturday 8:30a to 11:00a, 1:00p to 2:30p and 5:00p to 9:00p. Visitors should log on 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
