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VCCW 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 2841 River Rd in Goochland, VA, VCCW carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. VCCW 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 Virginia Correctional Center for Women (VCCW) is a minimum custody state prison located on 260 acres of land and houses approximately 600 female inmates. The facility comprises 30 structures, including five general population buildings and an additional unit for restrictive housing. Inmates have access to 24-hour medical, dental, and mental health services, coordinated through their case managers/counselors. Various programs, such as anger management, thinking for a change, and the MATRIX substance abuse treatment program, are available to inmates.
Educational opportunities at VCCW include GED programs and college-level courses offered through correspondence courses with J. Sargent Reynolds Community College and Louisiana State University. Inmates also participate in vocational training programs, including industrial laundry operations, data entry, and work in a meat processing plant. The facility hosts a 140-bed substance abuse and cognitive community therapy program, providing residential treatment aimed at facilitating positive behavioral changes.
Moreover, VCCW offers a mandatory six-week pre-release program designed to equip women nearing discharge with essential life skills and resources for successful re-entry into society. This initiative supports the overarching goals of rehabilitation and reduces recidivism rates.
The Virginia state prison system provides a comprehensive range of programs and services to more than 30,000 state prisoners, promoting constructive engagement during incarceration and addressing behavioral issues. These programs are tailored to the needs of inmates across different custody levels, ensuring positive prison adjustment and facilitating successful community reintegration for those nearing release.
Core programs offered within the Department encompass inmate work activities, substance abuse treatment, mental health services, and life skills programming. Substance abuse treatment, particularly through Therapeutic Community (TC) programs, is recognized for its effectiveness in reducing recidivism rates when coupled with community follow-up services.
Additionally, educational initiatives, support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, and counseling sessions are available to inmates, fostering personal growth and addressing underlying issues contributing to criminal behavior. Each prison facility also offers specialized programs catering to specific inmate needs, including behavior management, women offender programs, anger management, and victim support groups. These diverse programs contribute to the rehabilitation and successful reintegration of inmates into society.
VCCW 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.
Apply for Visitation - Submit a visitation application online if you are a new visitor or renewing your visitation privileges.
Schedule a Visit - Once you receive approval to visit an inmate in a VADOC facility, you must schedule your visit online using the Visitation Scheduler. If you are a new user, you must first register using the “Register Today” option.
Prepare for Your Scheduled Visit - Once you have both applied for visitation and scheduled your visit, please review the following information to help you prepare for your in-person visit.
Plan - Please arrive at the facility one hour before your visit for security screening. No food or drinks will be allowed in the facility, and there will be no access to vending machines.
Visiting with Minor Children - The VADOC has developed a child-friendly short video to help prepare families for a productive visit. If you are visiting with a minor child, the following video will help prepare your child for what to expect during the visit – VADOC Visitation Reminders.
