Garland County Juvenile Detention Center

Garland County Juvenile Detention Center basic information to help guide you through what you can do for your inmate while they are incarcerated. The facility's direct contact number: 501-622-3643

The Garland County Juvenile Detention Center is a medium-security detention center located at 222 Woodbine St Hot Springs, AR which is operated locally by the Garland County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Garland County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service and the Hot Springs Police Department who do not have their own long-term lock-up.

Garland County Juvenile Detention Center – Parent Handbook

Telephone Calls:
Youth are allowed to make one phone call per week to approved numbers using the detention center’s phone. Unless it is an emergency you will not be able to make personal calls to your son/daughter or leave a message while they are in detention.

Mail:
Mail is picked up daily during normal working hours. We will supply all writing supplies. You may bring mail to your son/daughter that has gone through the post office and is unopened. All other cards, letters, etc. will be prohibited.

Medical:
You will need to come to the detention center and fill out a Consent To Medical Treatment and Acknowledgment For Payment form. This will allow us to pass out “over the counter” and prescription medication to your child. If your son/daughter needs medical attention while in detention, we will contact you. If your son/daughter has a medical appointment in the community while here, you may need to reschedule it or get an interim release from the court. Your probation officer must approve the interim release. In cases where the appointment is necessary and the court does not approve the interim release, staff may reschedule the appointment when staff is able to transport. Your son/daughter may request to see the staff nurse while at detention.

Medication:
We do not accept “over the counter medication”. We provide Tylenol, cough syrup, etc. If your son/daughter is taking prescribed medication, the medication must be in the original prescription bottle. If the dosage amount is different than what is on the prescription bottle, we need written instruction from the doctor.

Other Programs
Counseling Group counseling is offered on Monday to the boys and on Wednesday to the girls.

Ministry
We have non-denominational services every Sunday. If you would like your pastor to visit your son/daughter you will need to contact Chaplain Ed Losey at 501-622-3684. All pastoral visits must be arranged through Chaplain Losey.

School
All youth must attend school unless they have graduated or have their GED. Students work primarily in the areas of reading, language, and math to strengthen their skills. If you would like to pick up your son/daughter’s assignments and books from their home school, you may do so. If you have any questions, you may contact the classroom at 501-622-3647.

Anger Management
A group session is held weekly presenting information about managing anger and stress, developing emotional intelligence, and communicating more effectively.

Power Source, Taking Charge of Your Life
A group session is held weekly for juveniles who are tired of getting into trouble or making decisions that cause them to lose their freedom.

“Be Proud, Be Responsible”
HIV Prevention A group session is held weekly to increase knowledge about transmission and prevention of HIV infection.

Life Skills
This program is part of the activity portion of the classroom and is done daily. The program teaches social and employability skills. Youth will receive a handbook that will explain the rules, regulations and behavioral expectations during their stay in detention

Education
School classes are held Monday thru Friday, following the Sebastian Public School schedules for holidays and policies. Classes are conducted by on-site, state-licensed Special Education and Middle School teachers. Students work primarily in the areas of reading, language, and math to strengthen their skills.
Parents/guardians are asked to bring youth's work from their home school districts to work on while in detention and then to pick the completed school work up to deliver back to their school districts. Questions concerning the Education Department may be directed to (479) 444-1670 ext 5.

Physical Education
As part of the education program, the facility is fortunate to have a Physical Education teacher on-site to provide physical education services to youth who are detained. This structured activity assists with the overall mental health functioning of the Youth and with meeting the AR Juvenile Detention Standards Code for daily large muscle movement.

Nutrition Services
The facility meals and snacks are planned by the facility's Food Service Coordinator and must meet nutritional standards, as regulated by the National School Lunch Program. If you have questions or concerns regarding allergies, please contact the Food Service Coordinator by calling 479 444-1670 ext 4 or by emailing Judy Marion.

Mental Health Needs
Needs are addressed through on-site clinical services provided by the Social Work Intervention Program. Additionally, for youth who are currently receiving mental health services, their therapist may visit them to continue services while in detention.

Specialized Services
Community groups, organizations, and churches, we well as individuals donate their time for specialized services such as hair care, health classes, clergy services, etc.
The Washington County Juvenile Detention Center also offers additional programming, including the following:
"Be Proud, Be Responsible" HIV Prevention
This program is designed to increase knowledge about transmission and prevention of HIV infection. This program helps explain the importance of responsible sexual decision-making, including abstinence.
Why Try
A strength-based approach program utilizing lesson plans for all learning styles (visual, auditory, & kinesthetic) to help youth overcome their challenges and improve outcomes in areas of truancy, behavior, and academics.
Educational Training
Utilizing videos and group activities, Residents are given additional education on topics such as drugs, teen pregnancy, gangs, and STDS, with consent of the Resident's parents. Residents are also given the opportunity for self-expression and empathy training through arts and crafts.
Skills / Character
Additional skill based and character building trainings are facilitated by the Staff Development Coordinator / Trainer utilizing innovative methods including technology to engage, empower, and equip Youth to make better decisions.
CPR / First Aid
Residents are offered periodic training in the American Heart Association's CPR and First Aid curriculum.

visitation Info

Garland County Juvenile Detention Center – Visitation

Visiting Hours 
1. Only parents, legal guardian, grandparents and brothers/sisters may visit. 
2. Visitation hours are Sunday – 12:00pm – 3:00pm and Wednesday – 5:00pm- 8:00pm. 
3. Visitation is for 15 minutes (per visitor). 
4. Youth shall have the option of receiving visitors. 
5. Leave your purse, diaper bag and large items in your locked car. 
6. Picture identification of visitors may be requested. 
7. Visitors must adhere to all rules regarding visitation. 
8. Visitation may be monitored by direct supervision. 
9. Visitors are subject to search and/or admission denial if: 

a) There is prior information of a security risk involving a visitor. 
b) The visitor has been involved in passing contraband on a prior occasion. Contraband is to be considered any item that has not been pre-authorized by detention staff. 
c) The visitor is suspected of using alcohol or illicit drugs prior to the visit. 

10. Special visits may be arranged in the following circumstances: 

a) Youth are departing for an institution. 
b) Family members traveling more than one hour. 
c) Health limitations of the youth or family member. 
d) Work schedule of family members. 

11 You and your son/daughter must maintain appropriate behavior and language or your visit will be terminated.