IL DOC - Hill Correctional Center

State Prison

Last Updated: February 22, 2024
Address
600 S Linwood Rd , Galesburg, IL 61402
Beds
1812
County
Knox
Phone
309-343-4212
Fax
309-343-4287
Mailing Address
PO Box 1700, Galesburg, IL 61402

Hill 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 - medium 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

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You can support your loved ones at Hill CC on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 309-343-4212.

Located at 600 S Linwood Rd in Galesburg, IL, Hill CC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Hill 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.

Hill Correctional Center, nestled in the southwest corner of Galesburg, spans 71 acres of land, with 38 acres enclosed within its security fences. The facility comprises 29 buildings, including housing units, a reception and orientation center, a segregation unit, and an infirmary. With a focus on rehabilitation and skill development, Hill CC offers inmates various opportunities for education, vocational training, and personal growth.

Participating in the correctional industries work program, inmates at Hill Correctional Center engage in processing milk, juice, and meat, contributing to their skill development and potential for future employment. Academic programs are also emphasized, with courses available to prepare inmates for the GED examination and provide them with adult basic education. Additionally, pre-GED classes offer foundational education to support inmates in their academic pursuits.

Vocational skills training plays a vital role in preparing inmates for successful reintegration into society upon release. At Hill CC, vocational programs encompass custodial maintenance and various career technologies, equipping individuals with valuable job skills and enhancing their employability prospects post-incarceration.

Inmate programs extend beyond academic and vocational realms to encompass a range of rehabilitative and personal development initiatives. Lifestyle redirection, life skills training, and substance abuse education aim to address underlying issues contributing to criminal behavior and promote positive behavioral change. Additionally, anger management programs and leisure time activities provide inmates with constructive outlets for managing emotions and leisure pursuits.

Volunteer services, including religious support and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, offer inmates avenues for spiritual and emotional support, fostering a sense of community and connection. Furthermore, initiatives such as the Fatherhood Initiative and Inside Out Dads program aim to strengthen familial bonds and support inmates in their roles as parents.

Through a comprehensive array of inmate programs and services, Hill Correctional Center endeavors to facilitate rehabilitation, promote personal growth, and equip individuals with the tools they need to lead productive and law-abiding lives upon reentry into society.

Inmate Locator

Hill 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.

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Visitation Information

Visitor ADA Accommodations

IDOC Visitation Rules and Information -- please review before visiting

To visit Hill Correctional Center, you must sign up in advance.

Effective June 8, 2023, in-person visiting hours will be as follows:

  • 8:30am - 12:30pm
  • 10:30am - 2:30pm

Video Visitation - Video visitation hours are Sunday through Saturday 8:30a to 2:30p and 4:00p to 5:30p. Visitors should log on 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.

Video Visitation Guidelines

Ask The Inmate

Ask a former inmate questions at no charge. The inmate answering has spent considerable time in the federal prison system, state and county jails, and in a prison that was run by the private prison entity CCA. Ask your question or browse previous questions in response to comments or further questions of members of the InmateAid community.