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Montgomery County PA Youth Detention Center Visitation Center

County Juvenile

Last Updated: March 26,2024


Visitation Hours

Visitation at the county or regional juvenile facility is restricted to immediate family members only, including mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers. The visitation guidelines are stringent, and it is advisable to contact the facility staff to ascertain specific limitations. For information on visitation schedules, visiting room regulations, and other relevant details about your visit, please contact 610-631-1893. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

General Visitation Information

Montgomery County Youth Center - Visitation

GUIDELINES AND RULES
Special visiting times can be arranged through the Youth Center caseworker if a parent is unable to visit at the times listed below. If requested, significant others may be granted permission to visit by the caseworker just prior to a resident’s discharge to another program. A written permission form must be available from the caseworker to authorize the visit.

All visitors must have a photo ID and must pass through a metal detector prior to their going back into the living units. Cell phones, purses, tobacco products, matches, lighters, or other contraband may not be brought into the building.

When parents come to the center for the first time they should bring with them the following:

  • Child's Social Security card or a copy of his/her Social Security number
  • Copy of the child’s immunization records if available, copies can be made at the center
  • Name and phone number of the family doctor and dentist
  • Photo ID of anyone permitted to visit the child
  • Medical insurance card

SECURE DETENTION VISITATION
Only parents and guardians may visit residents of Secure Detention.

HOURS

  • Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Sunday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

SHELTER VISITATION
In the shelter, parents and immediate family (siblings, grandparents, etc.) may visit.

HOURS

  • Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.