Visiting Status
California Institution for Women (CIW)

In-Person

Open

Update

The Southern California region has unpredictable weather; during excessive heat days, the CIW encourages visitors to stay hydrated throughout the day and drink water often, not just when thirsty. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends wearing light, looser-fitting clothing. However, there will be NO Exceptions to CDCR’s existing proper attire policies. Most notably, the following attire will not be permitted: strapless, spaghetti strap, halter, bare midriff, sheer/transparent clothing, skirts, dresses, or shorts that expose more than two inches above the knee.  CDCR Visiting Attire Restrictions can be accessed at https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/attire-restrictions/

It is also important to prepare for sun exposure, wear an adequate amount of sunscreen to prevent and/or protect you from sunburns as you may be assigned to an outdoor table. Login to The Weather Channel at https://weather.com for the most current local weather condition and/or reports.

During colder and rainy weather, remember to dress accordingly as you may be seated in an outdoor area and wear the proper footwear to avoid slips and/or falls. No excessive layering of clothing and no exceptions to CDCR’s existing proper attire policies. No umbrellas are permitted to be brought in. When navigating sidewalks and parking lots, keep your hands free as much as possible to help you maintain balance. Walk on designated pathways and sidewalks. Keep a slower walking pace, avoid quick changes of direction, and no running. If you spot an area that is slippery, promptly inform the Visiting staff.

During inclement weather, we encourage families to book appointments early in the morning when the weather is more favorable. Indoor space/capacity is limited.

Access to Institution Affected

CDCR urges those traveling to our institutions to plan ahead for a safe trip. Before heading to an institution for an in-person visit, download the QuickMap app or visit https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ for up-to-the-minute information on road conditions, traffic, closures, chain control, and more.

Additional Information
If an institution must cancel visiting due to conditions such as weather, those with an appointment will receive a notice through the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA). If you plan on participating in a walk-in visit, please contact the institution beforehand.

Individuals housed in Isolation Housing Units (CTC) are not eligible for visits to include those who have been placed under quarantine within their assigned Housing Units. Individuals housed within General Population must participate in the Test to Program in order to be eligible for visits.

Due to the implementation of the Test to Program within the facility, families may incur a delay in being processed into the institution.

Visitation Information

Individuals housed in Quarantine and Isolation Housing Units are not eligible for Family Visits.

CIW accepts walk-in visitors, based on space availability and not guaranteed.

Please visit https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app to schedule a visit.

To schedule a visit Friday, appointment times are open from (Thursday 6:00 am -Sunday 11:59 pm). To schedule a visit Saturday, appointment times are open from (Friday 6:00 am-Tuesday 11:59 pm). To Schedule a visit Sunday, appointment times are open from (Saturday 6:00 am-Wednesday 11:59 pm).

Visiting Sergeant Phone Number

Sergeant T. Otto (909) 597-1771 Ext. 5560 

Facility Visitation Email

CIWVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov (for general visiting and family visiting questions)

In-Person Visitation

Friday: 12:00 pm – 6:45 pm 

Saturday: 8:30 am – 2:45 pm 

Sunday: 8:30 am – 2:45 pm 

Walk-in Visitation Instructions

Walk-In Visits are accepted and processed on a first come first serve basis, however not guaranteed. Visitor will NOT be processed after 6:00pm on Fridays and 2:00pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

Over Night Family Visiting

Individuals housed within a quarantine/outbreak Housing Unit may not be eligible for a family/overnight visit.

Families check in on Fridays at 10:00 a.m. and check out on Mondays at 9:00 a.m.