Plainfield Juvenile Correctional Facility, Juvenile detention center in Plainfield, Indiana.
Plainfield Juvenile Correctional Facility is a juvenile detention center located in Plainfield, Indiana, that houses inmates in dormitory-style units throughout the campus. The facility offers mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and vocational training programs for residents.
The facility opened in 1964 as the Indiana Youth Center, replacing an earlier institution that had served the state since 1867. This transition reflected changes in how the state approached juvenile rehabilitation.
The facility implements educational programs including Thinking For A Change, Purposeful Living Units Serve, Inside Out Dads, and vocational training in welding and technology.
Visitors must register and receive approval through the ViaPath system before scheduling a visit. It is best to check current guidelines and restrictions before planning your visit.
The facility maintains a Community Advisory Board that meets twice yearly to address operational matters and promote understanding of correctional procedures.
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