I just got a letter from a prisoner there. It's been a while now that the southsiders have been on…read morelockdown with no privileges at all store or phone calls. They are beiystabed in a way they can get a package evey3 months. If you have a loved one there send them some food please.

I came here to visit my father last year with my girlfriend. There is a difference between visiting…read moresomeone in county jail, and visiting someone at a state prison. First of all, you must get approved for visitation before even showing up. The inmate you're seeing will be able to send you a form that you must fill out, send back, get it approved and only then can you visit. You also get to visit for hours, and it's full contact, so good bye talking through glass and hello long hugs. The prison is in the middle of nowhere, obviously, with miles of desert around. We waited in a line to get in for a few hours because we didn't have an appointment. If you don't make one, you shouldn't worry because you will get in. It will just take a little longer. They have clothing restrictions. No jeans or colored pants. I went with khaki because it was safe way to make sure I get in. No jewelry, no see through shirts of any kind. We must of seen at least six people being sent back to put something in the car because it wasn't appropriate. Read up before coming and dress smart. They do have a little bungalow at the end of the parking lot that's kind of a "Customer service" area. Inside they have pamphlets about group meetings and even extra clothes you can borrow if you don't meet the requirements. The group of people we were waiting with were very nice, and a lot of them have been here before so they were happy to answer any questions we had. Once you get inside the first building, you have to register who you are, who you're seeing, and your relationship to the inmate. They have a counter where you can purchase a picture ticket. Yes, you can actually have your picture taken with the inmate, which I think is a great idea. Once you go through a metal detector you get to walk with a group of people to whatever cell house the inmate you're seeing is at. Once inside we had to wait a little while until my dad actually showed up. We spent three hours, talking, laughing, and reminiscing. I was happy to have my dad and girlfriend finally meet after years of talking about one another, to one another. Sadly the camera was broken so we weren't able to get our picture taken, and they don't give out refunds so be cautious. They have plenty of vending machines so you can buy lunch. The guards pretty much keep to themselves, and answer questions you may have happily. It was a small room with a small outdoor area that we were able to explore. No bathrooms, so go before you get in. Overall it was a pleasant experience. It sounds weird when you're talking about a prison, but you should know that though the place isn't a symbol of happiness, your time there can still be a happy one.

Highly recommended to detain those who have been found guilty. Thank you for your service for those…read morewho work behind the walls of this facility. Not an easy career and for that thank you for your service.

I was treated wonderfully by the male Staff probably because…read moreI was the only white female they had seen under the age of 50 in months. Kinda creepy. I also was treated awful by any female staff. The front gate guy on weekends is super kind and very helpful. I commend him for maintaining such a level of professionalism while not being a butthead like most of the others inside the visitor center. Speaking of which, the little trailer outside where they send you if they feel threatened by the wire in your bra (or even better, your size a tits under a jacket with a slight hint nipple to be discovered by the ferociously deprived inmates) there is a nice Asian woman who won't speak English but is great with a pair of scissors. (They have a free bra wire removing service for your convenience.) the Hispanic man with his hair always jelled back nicely that works in the reception visiting center who tells you which window to go to isn't so much social, but kind nonetheless. He gets his job done without making you feel like a criminal. He also plays decent music (except during the holidays which I'm sure is against his will.) as far as the person who was residing there, he says 2.5/5 and he went to CMC to solitary confinement after because of the failure of his counselor to see him for 6 months at wasco and gave them a 3.9.

Last Sunday I called the facility office for a concern I got a message that I got rejected from…read morevisitation list, it was a scam.. please be very careful about this scam..

Corcoran state prison... it would be nice if staff was real and did they jobs. being on auto pilot…read morethinking one is the same as the next prisoner is so backwards. staff would rather lie and play games instead of working with the ones that have plans in place to meet goals. this facility is labeled a rehab but yet they don't act with the inmates in a lock up about the ones that are trying to they get some kind of assistance and some kind of respect can't wait for this to change eyes are all on you cause I'm only one that's speaking up and there's many more behind me

My son is there right now. He just recently, a week ago, went to the hospital because he passed…read moreout. At the hospital, they discovered he had blood clots in both lungs and both feet. He stayed there for a week for treatment of his blood clots. They sent him home with 3 months of blood clot medication. Five days later he had to surrender himself to jail time he owed at SLO County Jail. He came with the meds they prescribed him from the hospital, but on his 3rd day there, they finally only gave him his blood clod prescription! He said his feet are very swollen! He's also on anti depression and anxiety medication. So much for Mental Health at SLO County Jail!!! I'm worried because I lost my Mom to blood clots 5 years ago! Scary Almost a week there and they haven't given him his prescribed anti depressant pills. But they finally gave him the blood clot pills only because I called them and warned them!!!..so they gave it to him because they don't want to be in trouble if he dies. Nice of them

After a rocky start, the staff went over and above with the medical care my husband is receiving…read more The head nurse was awesome, taking the time to get things done correctly and explaining everything. The Dentist there is really great. Going out of her way to be sure he was not in any pain. Having all his teeth pulled and fitted with dentures. Can't wait. Overall i give the Medical staff 5 stars! Doesn't seem possible to get such great care in a facility like this. Kudos to them!

If I could give less than a star I would. The only nice people I have spoken to was a Sgt. Alvarez…read moreand a deputy, that's all. Sgt Sanchez is so unprofessional and sounds highly ignorant and uneducated. I spoke with her regarding my loved one and my concern about them not getting their basic rights and phone calls and toiletries and he hasn't been given any of that and she wasn't kind nor did she help the situation. I work in the field and the fact that they are so unprofessional and arrogant concerns me because those type of people should not work in that field. They do not clean their cells or units before placing another individual in there. Mental health staff even questioned the unsanitary conditions and the Sgt next to her seemed nervous and stated it would get cleaned and it never did. Our loved one had to sleep on the hard cold floor. I pray... that those people running those units and that facility NEVER have to face a situation in which they or their loved ones have to get treated bad. Also, I will be reaching out internal affairs.

Very helpful staff and always clean. The ladies at the…read morevisitor center always answered my questions and even helped me put money on my husbands account.

The institution current framework demonstrates a deficiency in evidence-based rehabilitative…read moreprogramming and systemic conditions indicates that inmates safety and security are not prioritized. Critical improvements can be made by fostering integrated housing, optimizing facility management and safety, promoting demographic proportionality, ensuring equitable distribution of resources.

Trust me when I say there are prisons much worse than this one when you are visiting someone who is…read moreincarcerated. Unless you are from this area, it's basically located north of Bakersfield in the middle of desert "nowhere" close to dairy farms, corn fields and another state prison half an hour away. Make sure you've mapped it out ahead of time before going. North Kern State Prison is located in Delano, California. The facility acts as both a reception center, and a medium to minimum custody facility, as well as a transportation hub for when inmates are transported over a long distance through California. From L.A., you should leave before the sun comes up if you want to make it in time for visitation hours on Saturdays and watch for dense fog if you are coming down through Grapevine on the 99. It's pretty gnarly. The important things to remember if you must come here (and hopefully it won't be as an inmate) is to make sure to check their website and fully read the instructions of the Visiting Rules and Information. You have to be on the approved list before visiting and there are very specific rules to follow while you are there. If you do your homework, visits should be flawless.

I know the COs working visiting are not our friends but no need for all the extra attitude…read moreespecially at 830am. Like u literally just got here, who done pissed u off already. If your not happy at ur job, QUIT.

I have never been there to visit but will be visiting soon. When I tell you the level of disrespect…read morethese CO's have is terrible. They are constantly taunting my man. I hear it all the time when we are talking. When he stands up for his rights without any type of violence they press for an alarm on him. They know he is supposed to be coming home soon and it seems they just keep coming at him just to see how far they can push him. I have documented every incident and I will be helping my man consult an attorney in regards to the harassment he is constantly dealing with. This prison is the absolute worse. if you know anyone incarcerated here and they feel as if they are being harassed keep a record of this and pursue a lawsuit for harassment they need to learn these inmates have rights and are humans too

Parking is right at the visitor's entrance. (Not like CMF, where you have to park in a muddy field…read morethen trudge over to a surly greeting.) When you enter the visitor center, it is set up like 90% of the Cali prisons, so the toilets are on your right just past the "Wall of Fame" with the warden's photo. Clean bathrooms. Plenty of towels, and an air dryer. Very nice. The blocks are set up quite differently from most prisons. There is A, B, C, and D. You will get lost 10/10, but the cops walking around are very helpful. Even the guy in the gun tower pointed out where we were supposed to be. They do legal visits in person, with a conference table between. I give it four stars because five would have to be something spectacular, like they bring you donuts, but way better than just three. Would visit again.

Wether this is a prison or not, treating people so nastily is inhumane. treat them like wild…read moreanimals and soon they will turn on you like a wild animal, psychology! they did searches and yes necessary and typical however my loved ones blankets got taken his sheets, his spoon for eating, tooth brush, his toilet paper, emptied his seasonings and coffee on the floor, took 3 of his white shirts, and other items that should of never been taken from him! you guys are ruining the ones that are trying to do good and just do their time and come home! the blanket thing is just sick because it's getting super cold in the cells at night. Then you try to call the prison and you can't speak to a person at all!!! there's no operator no information center and no wellness checks for loved ones! I hope the people that are comfortably doing this, get the karma they deserve

Let me tell you , it's best to own a watch cause there is no clock in here !…read more Oh and highly don't recommend unless you enjoy giving free blood. That I didn't get back !

The Staff seemed great and friendly,if you love downtown life this is the staycation for you.They…read moreTreat you like a star getting pics and a autograph...finger prints is a bonus.plus they give you a onesie,one zip and your ready for the fresh Continental Breakfast... Housekeeping staff is rarely seen but other than that it's great! If your ever Downtown or ready for a 3 Day weekend Staycation,call click or they send a free shuttle....complentary Bracelets (like the Club ones)....will come back soon!!!!