Rehabilitation
From learning job skills to earning diplomas, rehabilitation is a cornerstone of the department.
The Rising Scholars from Within (RSFW) program at the Correctional Training Facility (CTF) is a partnership with Hartnell College. The...
Read More About A closer look at CTF Rising Scholars program
In recognition of National Nutrition Month, CDCR is highlighting its Harvest of the Month (HOTM) program. HOTM is a joint...
Read More About Watch: Harvest of the Month: Local, fresh produce
To decrease overdose deaths in California prisons, CDCR has expanded unprecedented access to naloxone. Commonly known by its brand name,...
Read More About Life‑saving era: CDCR expands naloxone access
On a foggy Friday afternoon at California Institution for Men (CIM) in Chino, competition and camaraderie came together as players...
Read More About Watch: Bonding on the Field: CIM flag football
Saints Prison Ministry visited Centinela State Prison (CEN) to engage incarcerated persons on three facilities in friendly yet competitive softball...
Read More About Centinela hosts Saints Prison Ministry softball
Valley State Prison (VSP) recently welcomed probation and education leaders on tours to learn more about rehabilitation efforts. The two...
On a recent afternoon, the newly renovated Valley State Prison barbershop was buzzing with excitement, but students had no idea...
Read More About Vic Blends makes surprise visit to Valley State Prison
The first Black History Month Celebration was recently held at RJ Donovan Correctional Facility (RJD). The Feb. 27 program created...
Read More About RJD hosts first Black History Month celebration
Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF) in Chowchilla recently welcomed Ear Hustle Live to record their award-winning podcast inside the institution....
Read More About Watch: Ear Hustle Live records podcast at CCWF
Salinas Valley State Prison held multiple educational graduation ceremonies for 30 incarcerated students. The ceremonies were held Feb. 24-25, recognizing...
Read More About Salinas Valley prison hosts graduation for 30 students