TDCJ - Joe Ney Unit (HF)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 10, 2024
Address
114 Pvt Rd 4303, Hondo, TX 78861-3812
Beds
576
County
Medina
Phone
830-426-8030

Ney Unit is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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Located at 114 Pvt Rd 4303 in Hondo, TX, Ney Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Ney Unit 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.

The Ney Unit, exclusively serving male inmates, has a capacity for 576 individuals across custody levels G1 and G2. Situated over approximately 24 acres, the facility primarily focuses on unit maintenance operations, ensuring a functional and safe environment for its occupants.

While the Ney Unit does not engage in agricultural or manufacturing activities, it provides essential medical services, including ambulatory medical and dental care. With all services conveniently accessible on a single level, the facility also offers housing accommodations for individuals requiring CPAP therapy. Medical services are managed and overseen by UTMB to maintain quality standards.

In terms of rehabilitation, the Ney Unit offers specialized treatment programs like the In-Prison Therapeutic Community (IPTC) to address specific inmate needs. Educational opportunities include literacy programs, pre-release initiatives, and cognitive intervention sessions aimed at fostering personal growth and development.

Additional programs and services cater to the holistic well-being of inmates, including faith-based dormitories, adult education programs, reentry planning assistance, and chaplaincy services. The GO KIDS Initiative further supports inmate rehabilitation efforts by promoting positive interactions and personal development.

Engagement with the community is also a priority for the Ney Unit, with inmates contributing to various community work projects benefiting city and county agencies, as well as the local school district. Additionally, volunteer initiatives play a crucial role in supporting inmate rehabilitation, with programs focusing on substance abuse education, support groups, and religious or faith-based studies and activities. Through these efforts, the Ney Unit aims to facilitate positive changes and prepare inmates for successful reintegration into society upon release.

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Ney Unit 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

Inmate Visitation

Visitation plays an important role in maintaining the association between inmates and their friends and family as well as strengthening family ties. Visitation Procedure Update (effective December 28, 2023)

Preparing for your visit:

Before you travel to a unit:

  • Confirm the inmate is assigned to the unit you are planning to visit and has visitation privileges.
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  • Confirm the unit visitation schedule and verify that visitation has not been canceled. An eligible inmate cannot receive visitors if visitation has been canceled.

  • Do not bring cash (except coins, not more than $35).

  • No cell phones inside the secure perimeter.

  • Spiritual visits must be coordinated through the warden’s office.

Each inmate is only allowed one visit per weekend. To the extent possible, individuals on an inmate’s Visitors List should coordinate with one another and with the inmate to prevent subsequent visitors from being declined when they arrive at the unit.

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