- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
- New York
- PO Box 300, Ray Brook, NY 12977
- 518-897-4000
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Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) – Ray Brook's comprehensive information to help guide you through the federal prison process, specifically on how to remain connected to your inmate while they are incarcerated.
The FCI-Ray-Brook is a federal prison located at 128 Ray Brook Rd in Ray Brook, NY. This federal medium security prison is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to hold inmates who have been convicted to and sentenced for a federal crime through the US Department of Justice (DOJ).
Locate all federal inmates here. If you would like to speak with a case manager or counselor, call 518-897-4000.
The Federal Correctional Institution, Ray Brook (FCI Ray Brook) is a medium-security United States federal prison for male inmates that is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, a division of the United States Department of Justice.
FCI Ray Brook is located in Essex County, New York, midway between the villages of Lake Placid and Saranac Lake. Although constructed as a prison, it initially served as the Olympic Village for the 1980 Winter Olympics, which were held in Lake Placid.
The prison became operational following the conclusion of the Olympics and accepted its first inmates that same year. In 2010, FCI Ray Brook commemorated its thirtieth anniversary. In 2016, the institution became host to a pilot Pell grant program offering college coursework through North Country Community College.
Housing: Inmates are housed in two and four-person cells.
Health Services: Medical and dental sick call, medical emergencies, medications, dental care, eyeglasses, physical examinations, chronic care, and preventive health care services are available to inmates. While emergency medical care is available 24 hours a day, inmates must submit a triage form to be evaluated for routine care needs.
Psychology Services: All inmates at FCI Ray Brook are screened by Psychology Services staff during the institution’s Admission and Orientation Program. Screening may include an individual interview. Psychologists are available for individual and/or group psychotherapy. Inmates interested in psychology services should submit an “Inmate Request to a Staff” (“Cop-Out”) to Psychology Services requesting placement in a particular program or class. Mental health services are offered for those suffering from behavioral or emotional problems.
Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP): FCI Ray Brook does not house a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), but referrals can be made to institutions which do provide RDAP. A Drug Abuse Education Course, the Non-Residential Drug Abuse Treatment Program (NR-DAP), Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) are available.
Education Services: FCI Ray Brook provides literacy, GED, and English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) programs. Parenting classes and Adult Continuing Education (ACE) classes are also available. FCI Ray Brook offers a Literacy Volunteers of America program. High school diplomas and post-secondary programs are available through paid correspondence programs.
Advanced Occupational Education: FCI Ray Brook offers advanced occupational education in Associate Certified Electronics, Business Math 1 & 2, Business Word 1 & 2, Credentialed Alcohol Substance Abuse Counselor, Customer Service Specialist, Introduction to Customer Service Specialist, and Office Manager/Administrative Services.
Apprenticeship: FCI Ray Brook offers apprenticeships in Building Maintenance Repair, Career Development Technician, Education and Training, Housekeeping, and Recreation Assistant.
Library Services: FCI Ray Brook offers both a law and leisure library. The law library is located in the Education Department and contains a variety of legal reference materials for use in preparing legal papers. Reference materials include the United States Code Annotated, Federal Reporter, Supreme Court Reporter, Bureau of Prisons program statements, institution supplements, indexes, and other legal materials. A leisure library is available in the Education Department. Inmates may check out books, magazines, reference materials, and newspapers.
UNICOR: The FCI Ray Brook UNICOR facility produces clothing and textiles.
Commissary: Inmates are allowed to spend $360.00 monthly in the commissary on their assigned shopping days. In addition, inmates are authorized to have three (3) books of stamps in their possession. Clothing, shoes, over-the-counter medications, food, drink mixes, and other items are available for purchase. Spending limits on certain items may apply.
Recreation Services: Recreation programs at FCI Ray Brook include indoor activities. Intramural team sports, such as softball, soccer, basketball, and volleyball are available. The leisure art/craft programs include acrylic painting, pencil art, ceramic craft, oil painting, crochet/knitting, and beadwork. In addition to these programs, a housing unit art/hobby craft program offers crochet/knitting, pencil art, beading, and paper art.
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Admissions and Orientation (A&O) Handbook – This document provides you with general information about the institution, programs, rules, and regulations that you will encounter during your confinement. Familiarizing yourself with this information and knowing your responsibilities will help you to adjustment to institution life.
- FCI Ray Brook Admissions & Orientation Handbook
- Spanish: FCI Ray Brook Guía de Admisión y Orientación
Commissary List – In 1930 the Department of Justice authorized and established a Commissary at each Federal institution. The Commissary provides a bank type account for your money & for the procurement of articles not issued regularly as part of the institution administration. Funds deposited by your family, friends, or other sources are stored in your commissary account that we maintain.
Legal Activities – This document outlines the procedures for access to legal reference materials and legal counsel and the opportunities that you will be afforded to prepare legal documents while incarcerated.
visitation Info
Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) – Ray Brook Medium – Visiting Hours
- Saturday 8:30am – 3:00pm
- Sunday 8:30am – 3:00pm
- Holidays 8:30am – 3:00pm
