Connect With an Inmate at Ironwood State Prison

Staying in touch with your loved one at Ironwood State Prison is an essential part of the rehabilitative process. Inmates who maintain strong connections with their family members and friends on the outside have a better chance at establishing balanced, healthy, and sustainable lives once they get out. These connections can also keep problems with severe depression and anxiety at bay. Unfortunately, finding out where inmates are housed and contacting them isn't always easy.

When lockup facilities like Ironwood State prison use third-party providers for phone services, email services, and general mail, reaching out to an incarcerated loved one can also be costly. The good news is that DoNotPay can help you connect with an inmate fast. Best of all, you get in touch with your loved one without paying a veritable fortune in third-party fees or jumping through frustrating, bureaucratic hoops. Whether you want to be prison pen-pals, schedule inmate visitation, or receive calls from someone who's currently serving time, DoNotPay has got you covered.

Where Is Ironwood State Prison Located?

Ironwood State Prison is located in Blythe, California. It is comprised of five separate facilities on one campus. Of these five units, four house inmates are confined at level 3 medium security. Minimum security inmates are housed in an outdoor level 1 security building.

About Ironwood State Prison

This Blythe CA Prison houses more than 3,280 inmates. While onsite, inmates have access to educational and vocational training programs designed to prepare them for self-sufficiency following their release. Rehabilitative self-help programs are also available, including:

• GED classes
• Anger management classes
• Adult basic education
• And treatment for substance use disorder.

While serving time at Ironwood State Prison, inmates can learn carpentry, welding, plumbing, mechanical drawing, drywall, and many other in-demand vocational skills. Since 2014, Neil McDowell has been warden of Ironwood State Prison.

Ironwood State Prison Contact Information

How to Contact Inmates at Ironwood State Prison

Ironwood State Prison is managed by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR). The CDCR understands how important it is for inmates in this Blythe CA prison to maintain family ties and other social connections. Due to new COVID-19 safety protocols, visiting hours for both video and in-person visits are now held between 7 a.m and 4 p.m. This relatively recent change in visitation schedules is anticipated to hold firm as CDCR detention facilities follow their Roadmap to Reopening plan following pandemic-related lockdowns and closures.

Signing up for Visitation at a Blythe CA Prison

To schedule a video or in-person visit with an inmate at Ironwood State Prison, you must first complete the CDCR's Visitor Questionnaire

(CDCR Form 106). Once completed, this form should be mailed to the visiting Lieutenant at Ironwood State Prison. The mailing address for visitation applications is:

PO Box 2229

Blythe, CA

92226-2229

You will need the inmate's full name, date of birth, and inmate/registration number. Once your application is approved, you can arrange for a time to meet your loved one based on the type of visitation they're allowed to receive. Some inmates are allowed contact visits, while others only have clearance for no-contact visits.

Rules When Visiting an Inmate at Ironwood State Prison

You must follow strict rules when visiting an inmate at a Blythe CA prison. There are also severe limitations on what you can bring, such as:

• Visitors cannot carry more than $50 in cash for adults and $20 in cash for any minors
• Money brought into the facility must come in the form of dollar bills or coins
• You can have no more than two keys on your key ring and no additional attachments
• You should carry your belongings in a small, preferably clear bag or purse
• You cannot bring more than ten pages of documents, and those you do bring will be read by staff
• Certain life-saving or life-sustaining prescription medications and one pair of prescription eyeglasses are allowed

Blythe CA prison rules on visitation also make special accommodations for disabled visitors and visitors bringing small children.

How to Send Packages to Ironwood State Prison Inmates

Inmates at Ironwood State Prison can receive mail from anyone other than those currently incarcerated and those who've served time within the past year. All mail and packages will be opened in the mailroom and inspected or read before distribution. When writing letters to inmates, you can send:

• Letters of 10 pages or less
• Cards and postcards that do not have special embellishments like sequins or glitter
• Photographs number 10 or fewer per envelope

Certain items must be sent via third-party companies. For instance, you cannot send:

• Books
• Magazines
• Newspapers
• Package

Directly to inmates. Instead, these things must be sent by approved vendors.

There are currently eight approved vendors for Ironwood State Prison. These are:

1. Aramark iCare
2. JPAY
3. Mike's Better Shoes
4. 1 Stop Value Pack
5. The Vitamin Outlet
6. Union Supply Direct
7. Walkenhorst's
8. Access Secure Pack

If you want to write a prisoner at Ironwood State Prison, be sure to use this address:

PO Box 2199

Blythe, CA

92226-2199

You should also always include the recipient's inmate/registration number when addressing a letter to an inmate.

Steps to Take Before Writing or Calling an Ironwood State Prison Inmate

The telephone system for inmates at Ironwood State Prison is the Department of General Services (GDS). GDS is contracted to provide collect-only calls to international and domestic recipients. Before taking a call from any Ironwood State Prison inmate, it's essential to know what the rates for your call will be. You can learn more about international and domestic rates by visiting the CDCR website and viewing the respective rate sheets.

Challenges You Might Face When Trying to Contact a Loved One at Ironwood State Prison

You might face several challenges when attempting to connect with a loved one at a Blythe CA prison. For instance:

• You may not know the person's inmate/registration number
• You may have a hard time connecting with approved vendors
• Pandemic-related lockdowns and operational changes could make it challenging to learn the latest protocols for communication.

Sometimes, finding a loved one in the California prison system is challenging. Inmates are often transferred due to overcrowding, security issues, or issues about their trials. If you aren't quite sure where your loved one is being held, DoNotPay can help.

Get in Touch With Your Incarcerated Loved Ones Using DoNotPay

If you have a loved one who's being held in a Blythe CA prison, DoNotPay can help you find them, schedule visitation, send and receive letters, and make phone calls. With DoNotPay, these activities are cheaper, more accessible, and far more convenient. You'll also feel much more secure when using DoNotPay.

Using DoNotPay is always the best way to get in touch with a loved one at Ironwood State Prison. If you want to sidestep the fees charged by third parties that offer services at Ironwood State Prison, using DoNotPay can be cheaper as well.

All you have to do is:

1. Locate the Connect With an Inmate service on DoNotPay.
2. Choose whether you want to locate a loved one, create a virtual mailbox, or send a personalized letter.
3. If you want us to find your loved one, provide their details and the state they are located in. We'll then conduct a search on the appropriate state database.
4. If you want to create a virtual mailbox, just provide your full name. We'll set one up for you to easily receive incoming mail from your loved one.
5. If sending a personalized letter, tell us which facility your loved one is located in and what you would like to say to them. You can even include a photo. Your letter will be delivered automatically - just wait ten days for it to arrive for your loved one.

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